Seven great reasons to use MAXQDA
In case you’ve asked yourself which QDA software is best for you, here are some reasons why MAXQDA might be the one. Here’s a quick overview of some of the most important features and aspects of the program, which might help you make your decision.
Methodologically multi-faceted and flexible
Qualitative data analysis has many faces: hermeneutic text studies, Grounded Theory and various mixed methods procedures. MAXQDA, with its wide range of tools, has much to offer for any of these approaches to ensure your research is a success.
There’s no better QDA software
There’s no “best” QDA software, because your individual preferences, practices, and habits are the key to state-of-the-art results. But there’s also no better software than MAXQDA – it maximizes your level of personal customization, so you can optimize your work.
User-friendly
Your text analysis is the priority, not the software. That’s why we’ve spent the last 21 years developing software that makes your research as easy and efficient as possible. MAXQDA is easy to learn and to use, because it was founded in the roots and traditions of qualitative analysis, which we still hold on to.
First-class service
We are there for you. We take your problems, questions, and request for assistance seriously. You don’t have to worry about any hidden costs. We offer free updates, free email support, online tutorials, and a user forum to help with any situation – even in other languages.
Supporting literature
With our software package, you get a lot more than just a technical instrument. Textbooks and other academic publications have regularly featured MAXQDA over the years and make it possible for you to learn from other successful researchers that have used our software.
Trendsetting innovation
Methods continue to develop, and so do we. From mixed methods to geo-referencing to visual tools, MAXQDA has continued to be on the forefront of methodological developments. This means our users always have the tools necessary to keep up with the changes.
Team-friendly
MAXQDA is great for the lone researcher, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a team player. From the very beginning, MAXQDA has offered unsurpassed teamwork functionality, keeping you and your team moving ahead as one unit.

