debrief vs Google Forms for post-training feedback
By debrief Team · Last reviewed
Google Forms is a free, general form builder. debrief is built for one job: collecting feedback on your training and showing what to improve. Want a blank form? Use Google Forms. Want a survey made from your slides, plus insights afterwards? Use debrief.
At a glance
| Feature | Google Forms | debrief |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Any form, quiz or sign-up | Training and workshop feedback |
| Setup | Build it, or describe it to Gemini* | Drop your slides |
| Questions | Whatever you write or prompt | Drafted from your material, with sources |
| Insights | Charts and text summaries* | Strengths, improvements and next steps |
| Sharing results | Export as spreadsheet | Badges and a shareable results page |
| Cost | Free. Gemini features need a paid plan* | Free to start. Premium is $5 a month |
| On mobile | Gemini form creation is desktop-only* | User-friendly and mobile-first interface |
*Based on Google's help pages. Features and plans may change.
Where Google Forms shines
It's free, familiar, and works for any type of form. It also connects neatly with Sheets and Drive.
Where debrief is better for training
- No prompt needed. Questions come from what you actually taught.
- A comparable score. Every survey includes one overall rating.
- Clear insights. Real counts, like "6 of 8 participants valued the live exercise."
- Proof you can share. Turn your best feedback into a badge for proposals or LinkedIn.
Which should you choose?
Choose Google Forms if you need a general form or already have a Google Workspace account.
Choose debrief if you run workshops or training, want specific questions fast, and want to know what to improve next time.
FAQ
Can Google Forms create a survey from my slides?
Yes, with Gemini, on eligible Google plans. You guide it with a prompt and review the results yourself.
Is debrief free?
Yes. The free plan includes 5 surveys and 150 total responses per month, plus a first look at your insights. Premium is $5 a month.
Can I use both?
Yes. Many trainers could use Google Forms for sign-ups and debrief for feedback.