schnaq Reviews

Pros

Great visualization, easy to use, gives a good structure to questions and answers, interactive search works really well.

Cons

Some of the developers I talked to would be happy about a dark mode

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Choosing schnaq

Switched From

Pros

I really like the easy set-up and integration. With just a few clicks you can set up a structured exchange with your audience. Also the exchange itself on common questions is a lot easier with schnaq than how I solved this before. Lastly the team behind schnaq is really responsive and open for suggestions on possible improvements.

Cons

Joining a schnaq as a participant was a bit cumbersome in the past, but that is improved by now through the simple access codes / QR code.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to schnaq

Pros

There was a free plan to test the product.

Cons

We tried to use the tool for discussions within our team to help our remote office communication. Unfortunately the confusion we had before with interrupting each other was just replaced by the confusion of hard to follow threads. We still missing an easy overview of ideas without interruption.

Pros

I think the software is a good mix of the informality of chats and the persistent and structural format of a wiki or similar software. It's simple enough to get started right away, and at the same time engaging enough to interact on a deep level with other collaborators.

Cons

There are some rough edges that the developers can still work on to make the interaction as fluid as it is with established solutions.
Most of the time, however, these rough edges in the system are just unfinished polish or the first steps towards new features with a lot of potential.

As a researcher in the field, I can't blame the developers too much here, as they are sometimes on highly innovative terrain and have been quite good at balancing reliability and progression.

Pros

Schnaq is very easy to use with little to no introduction necessary. It is variable in its use, so I could use it for different goals.
The visualisation of results gives a stuctured overview and easy to read overview.

Cons

The mobile version is not as easily maneuvered as via pc. But that is a minor inconvenience.

Pros

The interface is self-explanatory and resembles a mixture of idea boards and pro and con lists with the functionality of modern social networks like Twitter.

The main feature that makes schnaq immensely different from social networks like Twitter and Facebook, which is extremely helpful, is the indication of pro/against/neutral, which finally makes the relationships between content and statements transparent.

Cons

Due to the presentation, clarity may suffer, but the summary tool is only available in the Pro version. I think it would be better to offer general summaries directly in the free version and to pack more specific functions like better embeddings and models for summaries, which are possibly customizable, into the Pro version.
I think it would be a unique selling point compared to other platforms like Kialo, Twitter, etc. if you could get summaries directly, even if they are basic.

Therefore, a general summary for the free version and specific summaries which can be induvidualized for the Pro version.

Pros

- Great Design
- Easy to use
- Interactive and good for communicating within a larger group

Cons

- The only option I'm missing for lectures purposes would be a pop up quiz, which reveals the correct answers at the end. Similar to an online test.

Pros

I used schnaq to make mindmaps with my study group, which worked great. One of us shared their screen and I liked most to see new ides 'plop' up in the mind map display.

Cons

I would have like to add images to the mind maps - to give examples or reference. I think this could have been easily implemented at this point.

Pros

The UI and the similarity to message boards that we were familiar with such as reddit

Cons

Missing dark mode (my eyes!)
I'm a big fan of a app/program solution, web solutions are not my preferred method, although that just might be me

Alternatives Considered

Pros

The opportunity to use Q&A anonymously and the function of marking the answered questions for a better overview.

Cons

I liked everything in the tool and so have no cons to complain.

Pros

The tool is really easy to use and provides a simple way to gather feedback and organize discussions.

Cons

Too few people are using it, needy more popularity :-)

Pros

What I really love about Schnaq is how easy it is to keep track of all the questions that come up during your lecture. You can also make your lecture more interactive by using Schnaq.

Cons

I miss a cancel button when opening a new Schnaq

Pros

New and modern design
Great support by team
Many new features from time to time

Cons

UI and UX doesn't match sometimes
UI can be overwhelming for beginners

Pros

I like the ability to discuss a topic without too much distraction.

Cons

I can't see any issues with the software. You might need a bit of time to get used to it but thats it.

Pros

Offers a great way to organize your corporation's knowledge management in a dynamic fashion

Cons

Takes some time and effort for the team to learn how to use effectively. Might not be necessary in small teams, but will definitely help in larger corporations.

Pros

DSGVO-konform, sicher, einfach und schnell Betrieb genommen

Cons

Ich habe zu wenig Anwendungsfälle außerhalb meines eigenen Teams