
Quirkos is a qualitative data analysis software designed to make qualitative research accessible and engaging. It provides tools for coding, retrieval, analysis, and reporting of qualitative data, supporting various data types such as text, images, audio, and video.
Quirkos was founded in 2013 by Dr. Daniel Turner, who aimed to create simple, accessible software for qualitative research. After a year of alpha and beta testing with academic and commercial customers, Quirkos was officially launched in October 2014. Over the years, it has grown to support a wide range of users, including academic researchers, non-profits, and commercial organizations.
The company appears to be privately held and self-funded through software sales.
Quirkos offers a range of features designed to facilitate qualitative data analysis:
The company has focused on expanding its product features and capabilities through regular updates.
Recent updates to Quirkos include:
Quirkos emphasizes simplicity, user-friendliness, and accessibility. The company values customer feedback and continuously improves its software based on user needs. The team is passionate about qualitative research and aims to make qualitative analysis accessible to everyone
Quirkos is used by researchers at institutions like Oxford University, MIT, and the United Nations. It has a strong community of users who appreciate its intuitive design and collaborative features. The user community benefits from extensive tutorials, webinars, and technical support provided by Quirkos.

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