Ballpark vs Fable Engage
Ballpark
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Fable Engage
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| Figure | Ballpark | Fable Engage |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $125/mo | $3,750/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 7 | 3 |
| Spec score · User Testing | 9.2 (#1) | 7.8 (#11) |
| Integrations | The integrations marketplace lists User Interviews, Figma and Rally connections. | Fable Engage integrates with Figma and Jira; the Figma widget can embed tester feedback in Figma files or FigJam boards. |
| Research methods | Listed methods include preference tests, screeners, data tables, card sorting and live interviews. | Engage supports self-guided tasks, compatibility tests, user interviews, prototype reviews, QA sessions, focus groups, and surveys, with some methods limited to annual plans or paid add-ons. |
| Security | Ballpark lists EU hosting, GDPR compliance, SAML-based SSO, SOC 2 Type II, multi-layer encryption and user permissions as security features. | The Fable Trust Center lists ISO/IEC 27001:2022, SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, SCC, Microsoft SSPA, and PIPEDA under compliance. |
| Support | Enterprise includes training, onboarding and research services support; Enterprise for Agencies adds tailored support for individuals or small teams commissioning external research. | Fable lists support from in-house accessibility experts, and annual plans include a Customer Success Manager and expert office hours. |
Plans
Ballpark
- Free TrialFree
- Participant recruitmentPriced on request
- Starter$125 a month
- Business$229 a month
- EnterprisePrice not published
- Enterprise for AgenciesPriced on request
- Enterprise PlatformPriced on request
Fable Engage
- Pay-per-project$3,750 a month
- Pay annuallyPriced on request
- Pay-per-projectPriced on request
In their own words
Fable Engage
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