dscout
The platform for human-centered research.
Overview
dscout enables researchers to get rich, qualitative insights by having participants (scouts) complete 'missions' using their smartphones. These missions can include diary entries, video recordings, and photo submissions, providing a window into the real-life context of users.
✨ Key Features
- Mobile ethnography and diary studies
- Video surveys
- Live, remote interviews
- Participant recruitment from a panel of 100,000+
- Automated transcription
- Data analysis and filtering tools
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Mobile-first approach to qualitative research
- Focus on in-context, 'in-the-wild' feedback
- High-quality, engaged participant panel
Unique Value: Capture the moments that matter. Understand people's experiences, in context.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Understanding the context of product usage in users' everyday lives
- Gathering rich, authentic feedback that is not possible in a lab setting
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Quantitative surveys
- Website usability testing with screen recording
🏆 Alternatives
dscout's mobile ethnography approach provides a deeper, more authentic understanding of user behavior in their natural environment compared to lab-based testing.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: N/A
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