UserTesting vs Lyssna
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
UserTesting ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Product managers and UX researchers running usability tests, interviews, and surveys. The market leader for its massive participant panel and broad feature set, ideal for large enterprises.
At a glance
| UserTesting | Lyssna | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools | #3 / The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.6 |
| Best for | Enterprise all-in-one research | Quick design validation |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Custom pricing, est. >$20,000/yr) | $$ ($89 to $399/mo + panel credits) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Melbourne, Australia |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
UserTesting
The market leader for its massive participant panel and broad feature set, ideal for large enterprises.
www.usertesting.comSee full entry in The 11 Best User Research & UX Research Tools
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
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.