Honest Comparison

FormTs vs Outgrow

Side-by-side comparison based on publicly available data. Both tools build interactive calculators — here's how they differ in pricing, features, and approach.

TypeScript vs Excel Upload

FormTs uses TypeScript for unlimited formula complexity. Outgrow supports Excel file uploads and a native formula builder with ternary-style conditions.

Free Calculators vs Paid

FormTs includes calculators on the free plan. Outgrow's free plan only covers Forms & Surveys — calculators require a paid plan starting at $22/mo.

PDF Included Free

FormTs includes PDF generation on all plans including free. According to Outgrow's pricing page, PDF creation is listed as a Business plan feature ($720/mo).

Feature Comparison

Feature	FormTs	Outgrow
Pricing & Plans
Free plan	Unlimited forms & calculators, 100 submissions/mo	Forms & Surveys only, 100 leads/mo, no calculators
Calculators on free plan	✓	✗ Requires paid plan ($22/mo+)
Lowest paid plan	$19/mo (Pro)	$22/mo (Freelancer Limited — 250 leads/mo)
Remove branding	$19/mo (Pro)	Essentials ($95/mo annual, with SMB qualification) or Business ($720/mo)
Calculator & Logic
Formula engine	TypeScript (full programming language)	Excel upload + native formula builder (math.js)
Nested conditions	✓ Native	✓ Ternary-style syntax
Conditional logic / branching	✓	✓ Logic jump
Multi-step calculators	✓	✓
Content types	Forms, calculators, quizzes & surveys	9 types (calculators, quizzes, polls, assessments, recommendations, chatbots, etc.)
Forms & Design
Field types	20+ (text, slider, matrix, ratings, etc.)	20+ widgets (text, slider, dropdown, custom HTML, etc.)
Templates	✓ 465+ (calculators, quizzes, feedback forms)	✓ 1,000+ (per Outgrow website)
Design layouts	✓ Customizable	✓ 9 layout styles
AI builder	✓	✓ AI-powered content builder
Output & Integration
PDF generation	✓ Free	Business plan ($720/mo)
Email notifications	✓ Pro	✓ Confirmation emails
Webhooks	✓ Pro ($19/mo)	Business ($720/mo) per Outgrow docs
Zapier	✓ Pro	✓
Payment collection	✗	✓ Stripe, PayPal
API access	✓ Pro ($19/mo)	Enterprise only (custom pricing)
Native integrations	Webhooks, Zapier, API	58+ native (HubSpot, Salesforce, Mailchimp, etc.)
Embed & Platform
Embeddable widget	✓ 2-line embed	✓ 8 embed methods (popup, chat, iframe, etc.)
Analytics	Submission dashboard	Funnel analytics, lead segmentation
Submission collection	✓ Built-in dashboard	✓ Built-in + lead segmentation

Pricing Side by Side

Comparing the lowest plan on each platform that includes calculator functionality. Both use monthly subscription pricing with usage limits.

FormTs Pro

$19 / mo

or $15.80/mo billed annually

1,000 submissions/month
No branding
PDF generation
Webhooks & email notifications
API access
Unlimited forms

Outgrow Freelancer Limited

$22 / mo

or $14/mo billed annually; 250 leads/mo

250 leads/month
5 content types
5 content pieces
Outgrow branding displayed
No PDF generation (Business $720/mo)
No webhooks (Business $720/mo per docs)

Where FormTs Stands Out

Free Calculators

FormTs includes calculator functionality on its free plan (100 submissions/mo). Outgrow's free plan is limited to Forms & Surveys — building a calculator requires a paid plan starting at $22/mo.

PDF Generation Included

Generate branded PDF quotes on all plans, including free. According to Outgrow's pricing page, PDF creation is a Business plan feature at $720/mo.

TypeScript Formula Engine

Write real code with full IDE support, type checking, and unlimited complexity. Outgrow supports Excel file uploads and a native formula builder — great for spreadsheet users, but more limited for complex logic.

Where Outgrow Stands Out

Payment Collection

Outgrow supports Stripe and PayPal payment collection. FormTs does not currently offer built-in payment processing.

Advanced Analytics & Lead Gen

Outgrow offers funnel analytics, lead segmentation, and 58+ native integrations with CRMs and marketing tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, and Mailchimp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this comparison fair and accurate?

We aim to be transparent. All Outgrow data on this page comes from publicly available sources: outgrow.co/pricing and Outgrow support documentation (support.outgrow.co), accessed in February 2026. If you spot an inaccuracy, please contact us and we'll correct it.

Can I build calculators on Outgrow's free plan?

No. According to Outgrow's pricing page, the free plan only includes Forms & Surveys as a content type. Calculator functionality requires a paid plan, starting at $22/mo (Freelancer Limited). FormTs includes calculators on its free plan with 100 submissions per month.

Outgrow supports Excel formula uploads. Is that easier than TypeScript?

It depends on your background. If you already have pricing logic in Excel spreadsheets, Outgrow lets you upload those files directly. TypeScript is more powerful and offers better tooling (autocomplete, error checking), but has a steeper learning curve for non-programmers. FormTs also includes an AI assistant that can write formulas from plain English descriptions.

Which tool is better for lead generation?

Outgrow is purpose-built for lead generation with advanced funnel analytics, lead segmentation, and 58+ native CRM integrations. It also offers content types FormTs doesn't have, like polls, eCommerce recommendations, and chatbots. FormTs also supports quizzes and surveys, but is the better choice when you need calculator functionality with PDF output, TypeScript formulas, and API access at a lower price point.

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Outgrow is a product of its respective owner. This comparison is based on publicly available information from outgrow.co/pricing and Outgrow support documentation, accessed in February 2026. Pricing and features may change. FormTs is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Outgrow in any way. If you believe any information on this page is inaccurate, please contact us and we will update it promptly.