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At a Glance
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp
Star Rating
(38)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (50.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain
Star Rating
(30)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
350 USD
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Adobe RoboHelp excels in its integration capabilities with other Adobe products, making it a preferred choice for teams already using Adobe Creative Cloud. In contrast, Dr. Explain is noted for its user-friendly interface, which reviewers mention significantly reduces the learning curve for new users.
  • Reviewers mention that Adobe RoboHelp's advanced features, such as conditional content and multi-channel publishing, provide a robust solution for complex documentation needs. However, users on G2 express that these features can be overwhelming for smaller teams or those with simpler requirements, where Dr. Explain's straightforward approach is often favored.
  • G2 users highlight that the quality of support for Dr. Explain is generally perceived as superior, with users reporting quicker response times and more helpful resources compared to Adobe RoboHelp, which some reviewers say can have slower support turnaround times.
  • Users say that Adobe RoboHelp's product direction has been less favorable, with a score of 5.9, indicating concerns about its future development. In contrast, Dr. Explain has a more positive outlook with an 8.3 rating, suggesting that users feel more confident in its ongoing improvements and updates.
  • Reviewers mention that the ease of setup for Dr. Explain is a significant advantage, with a score of 9.4, making it ideal for small businesses looking to implement documentation solutions quickly. Adobe RoboHelp, with a score of 7.1, is often described as requiring a more complex setup process, which can be a barrier for some users.
  • Users on G2 report that while Adobe RoboHelp has a solid overall rating of 4.0, Dr. Explain shines with a higher star rating of 4.5, reflecting a more favorable user experience and satisfaction among its customer base.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Adobe RoboHelp
No pricing available
Dr. Explain
Advanced License
350
USD
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Free Trial
Adobe RoboHelp
No trial information available
Dr. Explain
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.1
30
9.0
28
Ease of Use
8.0
29
9.2
29
Ease of Setup
7.1
19
9.4
17
Ease of Admin
7.5
19
9.3
16
Quality of Support
7.4
28
8.4
22
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.1
18
9.1
16
Product Direction (% positive)
5.9
31
8.4
29
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp
Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain
Adobe RoboHelp and Dr. Explain are categorized as Help Authoring Tool (HAT)
Unique Categories
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp has no unique categories
Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
19.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
50.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
30.6%
Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
73.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp
Information Technology and Services
30.6%
Computer Software
16.7%
Writing and Editing
11.1%
Banking
8.3%
Telecommunications
5.6%
Other
27.8%
Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain
Computer Software
30.0%
Information Technology and Services
13.3%
Wireless
3.3%
Wholesale
3.3%
Venture Capital & Private Equity
3.3%
Other
46.7%
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Adobe RoboHelp
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Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain Alternatives
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Discussions
Adobe RoboHelp
Adobe RoboHelp Discussions
What is Adobe RoboHelp used for?
1 Comment
CK
Adobe RoboHelp is used for publishing documents, such as Desk Level Procedures or Job Aids, Reference Guides, etc., in an on-line format. We love the...Read more
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Dr. Explain
Dr. Explain Discussions
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