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Description

Key Features: 1. Coding: COSTAQDA provides a robust coding platform that allows researchers to categorize and tag qualitative data efficiently. It supports various coding methods, including descriptive, narrative, in vivo, and emotion coding, making it adaptable to a wide range of research methodologies. 2. Ordering/Organizing: The software enables users to structure their coded data systematically. Researchers can organize codes into hierarchies, categories, or themes, which is crucial for understanding complex relationships within the data and preparing it for deeper analysis. 3. Theme Discovery: COSTAQDA includes advanced tools for identifying and extracting themes from coded data. This thematic analysis capability helps researchers uncover patterns and insights that are essential for drawing meaningful conclusions from qualitative studies. 4. Testing Analysis: COSTAQDA supports the validation of research findings through its Testing Analysis feature. It includes an Inter-Coder Reliability test using Cohen's Kappa, which ensures consistency and reduces bias in coding, particularly in collaborative research projects.

Description

Examine a wide range of data types, including but not limited to texts, images, audio and video files, websites, tweets, focus group discussions, and survey results. MAXQDA stands out as both a powerful and user-friendly tool, being the only top-tier qualitative data analysis software that offers a completely identical experience on both Windows and Mac platforms. Regardless of your interview methods in the field, MAXQDA can seamlessly process all types of files. You can import handwritten notes, audio and video recordings, and transcripts from various transcription services, along with Word or PDF documents that include highlights and comments. Organize your documents by assigning unique colors and grouping them based on location, time, topic, or category, for instance. The integrated MAXQDA transcription tool allows for easy transcription of audio or video files. You can immediately start coding your data, adding memos, and paraphrasing as you transcribe, ensuring that your initial thoughts are captured as soon as they arise. This flexibility makes MAXQDA an invaluable resource for researchers looking to streamline their data analysis process.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

GitHub Yes 
Skimle No 

Integrations

GitHub No 
Skimle Yes 

Pricing Details

$36.53
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$45 per user per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Global Centre for Academic Research

Founded

2019

Country

South Africa

Website

costaqda.app/

Vendor Details

Company Name

VERBI Software

Founded

1989

Country

Germany

Website

www.maxqda.com

Product Features

Qualitative Data Analysis

Annotations Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Data Visualization Yes 
Media Analytics Yes 
Mixed Methods Research Yes 
Multi-Language Yes 
Qualitative Comparative Analysis Yes 
Quantitative Content Analysis Yes 
Sentiment Analysis Yes 
Statistical Analysis Yes 
Text Analytics Yes 
User Research Analysis Yes 

Product Features

Qualitative Data Analysis

Annotations Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Data Visualization Yes 
Media Analytics Yes 
Mixed Methods Research Yes 
Multi-Language Yes 
Qualitative Comparative Analysis Yes 
Quantitative Content Analysis Yes 
Sentiment Analysis Yes 
Statistical Analysis Yes 
Text Analytics Yes 
User Research Analysis Yes 

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