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I’ve used Google Forms for years, and let’s be real it’s unbeatable for “spin it up fast and free.” Teachers, teams, and side projects all love it because it’s dead simple and pipes responses straight into Google Sheets.
But here’s the ceiling: once you want automation, branding, or payments inside the form, Google Forms shows its limits. You’re suddenly patching with Apps Script, juggling add-ons, or asking people to complete payments elsewhere. I’ve been down that road it works, but it’s clunky.
That’s where TinyForms comes in. You still get the “free forever” simplicity, but now responses actually trigger things: notifications, CRM updates, even payments all in one ecosystem.
TL;DR (Quick Picks)
- Want more than a response sheet? → TinyForms (native workflows, direct data store, payments).
- Happy with simple surveys → Sheet? → Google Forms (product page).
- Need to extend Google Forms with code? → use Apps Script (overview).
Side-by-Side: The real delta
Why teams step up from Google Forms to TinyForms
1) One Tool → Action, Not Admin
With TinyForms, every submit writes into TinyTables and triggers TinyWorkflows instantly\ Slack ping, email, CRM update no glue code required. In Google Forms, you’re usually wiring Apps Script or relying on Marketplace add-ons.
2) Layouts that fit the moment
Google Forms has a nice template gallery for quick starts. But TinyForms goes further:
- Classic → fast and scannable
- Card → one-question focus (like Typeforms)
- Chat Mode → conversational flows
3) Payments inside the Form
TinyForms bakes payments right into the flow Stripe (global) and Razorpay (India). Great for orders, tickets, or donations. With Google Forms, you’ll be bolting on scripts or sending users to another page.
4) Free that isn’t a Bait-and-Switch
TinyForms stays free for life with no hard limits. Upgrade only when you want brand removal or in-form API calls.
Migration: Google Forms → TinyForms (10-Minute Plan)
- Prefer staying inside Google? You can extend Google Forms with Apps Script for notifications and routing.
- Recreate the fields : choose Classic, Card, or Chat Mode.
- Swap the destination : instead of linking a Sheet, submissions go into TinyTables.
- Wire actions : set up TinyWorkflows (Slack, Email, CRM, tags).
- Add payments (optional) : enable Stripe/Razorpay and run a test.
- Publish & embed : drop TinyForms on your site and go live.
When Google Forms is still a fine choice
- You just need a quick survey + Sheet (see product page).
- Your team is fine writing Apps Script for routing/notifications.
- Branding control and in-form checkout aren’t priorities right now.
FAQ
Is TinyForms really free for life?
Yes, no hard limits. Upgrade to remove branding and unlock in-form API calls.
Can TinyForms do a “Google-simple” layout?
Yes, use Classic for fast forms, or Card/Chat when you need more engagement.
Can I keep Google Sheets in my stack?
Of course. Export from TinyTables or sync downstream anytime.
Do I need code for automations?
Not with TinyForms - TinyWorkflows handles it. Google Forms usually needs Apps Script or add-ons.
Google Forms will always have its place. It's fast, free, and great for capturing quick responses into a Sheet. For teachers, small teams, or simple internal surveys, it’s more than enough.
But once you start needing automations, cleaner branding, or payments inside the form, that’s when it starts to feel like patchwork. I’ve been there, wiring together Apps Script and add-ons just to keep things moving.
TinyForms cuts all that out. Submissions don’t just sit in a Sheet, they trigger workflows, update CRMs, send Slack pings, and even process payments in real time. And the best part? You don’t lose the “free forever” safety net.
So if Google Forms still works for you, keep using it. But if you’re ready for a tool that grows with your business instead of holding it back, TinyForms is the natural next step.
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