Survey123 Alternative
A no-code, map-first alternative to Survey123 for building forms and collecting spatial data in real time

Why teams look for Survey123 alternatives
Survey123 is deeply tied to the Esri stack. Atlas offers browser-first forms and maps for teams that want simpler rollout and modern collaboration.
Faster cross-team access
Reduce license and portal friction for everyone touching submissions.
Maps + forms together
Keep field context visually tied to the questions you ask.
Modern web workflows
Edit, review, and publish without a heavy mobile GIS program.
Offline mode built in
Atlas supports offline data collection so field staff can capture observations without signal and sync when they reconnect.
Survey123 vs Atlas
Compare Survey123 and Atlas on core mapping and collaboration features.
| Feature | Survey123 | Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Create custom forms | ||
| Collect field data | ||
| Map-based form inputs | ||
| Requires app install | ||
| Works in any browser | ||
| Live map updates | ||
| Real-time collaboration | ||
| No-code form builder | ||
| Mobile-friendly | ||
| Free to use | ||
| Offline mode |
Collect field data—no app required
Atlas lets your team fill out forms and drop points directly on a map from any device. No installs, no setup, just data.
Try it in the field
Build forms your team will actually use
Create easy-to-use mobile forms with logic, map locations, and auto-sync. Data shows up live on the map.
Build your first formWho uses Atlas for field surveys
Utilities inspections
Structured capture with map context.
Environmental monitoring
Observers submit once; HQ sees live progress.
Asset inventories
Rapid counts with photo and note attachments.
Field data that stays on the map
Atlas connects submissions to the spatial projects you already run.
Map-driven forms
Pick a feature; answer the right questions.
Live office visibility
Submissions appear without end-of-day sync.
Role-based access
Separate collectors, reviewers, and viewers.
Mobile web friendly
Lower deployment friction than native-only stacks.
No-code setup
Stand up surveys without scripting.
Shareable results
Publish maps that show progress to leadership.
Offline data capture
Collect data without connectivity—auto-sync later.
Frequently asked questions
Answers for users switching from Survey123 to Atlas.