Formlite vs Cognito Forms: Simple vs Feature-Heavy
Cognito Forms packs payments, logic, and calculations. Formlite keeps things fast for teams who want to publish without complexity.
Quick verdict
Choose Formlite if:
- You need a modern form live in minutes
- You want predictable, low pricing
- Payments/calculations are not required
Choose Cognito Forms if:
- You need payments or calculation fields now
- Complex logic/validation is part of your flow
- You're okay with a denser builder UI
Feature comparison
| Feature | Formlite | Cognito Forms |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ||
| Price (Pro) | €12 | $15-99 |
| Setup Time | <1 min | More configuration |
| Payments | ||
| Conditional Logic | Roadmap | |
| Calculations | ||
| Multi-Step | ||
| Branding | Modern themes | Traditional |
| Data Export | CSV | CSV / Excel |
| Best For | Fast lead capture | Complex workflows |
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Formlite is built for speed and a clean UX. Cognito Forms offers more controls and calculations but takes longer to configure.
Teams that need payments, advanced calculations, or deep conditional logic today. If you mainly need branded lead capture and surveys, Formlite is lighter.
Not yet. If payments are critical, Cognito Forms covers it today. Otherwise, Formlite delivers a smoother builder for non-payment use cases.
Yes. Both tools let you export data. You can start with Formlite for speed and move to a heavier platform later if requirements change.
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