Lyssna vs Lookback
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools. Last verified June 20, 2026.
The short answer
Lyssna ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #6) for Product managers and UX researchers running usability tests, interviews, and surveys. The fastest tool for simple design validation like click tests and preference tests.
At a glance
| Lyssna | Lookback | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools | #6 / The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8 |
| Best for | Quick design validation | Remote moderated interviews |
| Pricing | $$ ($89 to $399/mo + panel credits) | $$ ($25 to $344/mo) |
| HQ | Melbourne, Australia | Palo Alto, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2013 |
Lyssna
The fastest tool for simple design validation like click tests and preference tests.
www.lyssna.comSee full entry in The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools
Lookback
A focused, reliable tool for recording remote moderated interviews and sharing with stakeholders.
lookback.ioSee full entry in The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.