Item: Axure RP
Rating: 9
Author: Dan Clarke

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use Axure to create interactive prototypes of hardware and software products, which are then taken to usability tests with representative users. We then test the prototypes to measure the impact of the design and find areas of improvement. Axure allows us to create complex prototypes that other prototyping tools simply don't offer.

Pros and Cons

Logic-based prototyping
Prototype hosting
Animations
Integrations

Integration of audio playback
Automated layout tools for different platforms (mobile, desktop)
Live collaboration

Return on Investment

Faster testing
More accurate testing results
Improved decision making

Alternatives Considered

Figma, Framer, Adobe XD and InVision

Axure is my go-to choice because although it is more manual, I have more direct control and can create rich prototypes and interactions that other tools just can't do. With Axure I can mockup physical hardware as well as on-device screens and deep menus.
You just can't do that easily with the other tools.

Key Insights

Do you think Axure RP delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Axure RP's feature set?

Yes

Did Axure RP live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Axure RP go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Axure RP again?

Yes

Other Software Used

Alchemer, Trello, Lookback

Likelihood to Recommend

Axure is great for creating complex prototypes that require logic. It takes a bit of learning compared to other tools like Adobe XD, but offers so much more control and customization to make a truly legitimate prototype to test. If you are a UX Design beginner looking to mock up basic websites, then other tools such as Figma may be more appropriate.

Axure can do everything!

Overall Satisfaction with Axure RP