Afkar vs Maze
Maze is a product research platform for prototype testing and usability studies. It offers a free tier with limited projects and integrates tightly with Figma. However, it lacks a built-in participant pool and has no native Arabic support, requiring teams to source participants elsewhere.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Afkar | Maze |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ~SAR 100/study | Free tier (limited) |
| Arabic Support | ||
| Built-in Participants | ||
| Card Sort | ||
| Tree Test | ||
| No Project Limits | ||
| Interviews | ||
| Preference Test | ||
| First Impression | ||
| MENA Focus |
Why choose Afkar over Maze
- Built-in participant pool (no need for Prolific separately)
- No artificial project caps on any plan
- Native Arabic with MENA focus
- Includes interviews and preference tests
- Fair participant pay: SAR 60/hr minimum
- All-in-one platform: recruit + test
Where Maze has an edge
- •Maze has Figma plugin integration
- •Maze has a free tier for small projects
How to Switch from Maze
1
Sign up for free
Create your Afkar account in under a minute — no credit card required.
2
Recreate your studies
Use our intuitive builder to set up the same study types you run today — surveys, card sorts, tree tests, and more.
3
Launch & get results
Publish your study and receive real insights from MENA participants — often within hours.
Ready to try Afkar?
Start free and get real insights from MENA users — in hours, not weeks.