Qualitative Data Analysis

There are many choices, but these are some of the leading competitors:

• ATLAS.ti
  One of the most widely software programs. It features a full package of data management and coding tools and is optimized for teamwork. Student licencing is available.
• NVivo
  Another leading and powerful software program for qualitative data analysis. Also optimized for teamwork. Student licencing is available.
• Dedoose
  The chief selling point of Dedoose is that it is a web based CAQDAS application.
• MAXQDA   Enables analysis of a variety of qualitative data including text, pdf, tables, audio, video, focus group transcripts, tweets, bibliographical data and still images.  
• QDA Miner
  Supports the analysis of textual data such as interviews and news transcripts, open-ended responses, as well as the analysis of still images. Available for free in a Lite version.