Human vs. AI: Evaluating Thematic Analysis With ChatGPT, QInsights, ATLAS.ti AI, and MAXQDA AI Assist
Published online on January 31, 2026
Abstract
Qualitative Inquiry, Ahead of Print.
As generative AI tools become more commonly used in qualitative research, their role in supporting thematic analysis (TA) calls for critical exploration. This study compares the thematic outputs of four AI tools—ChatGPT-4o, QInsights, ATLAS.ti AI, and ...
As generative AI tools become more commonly used in qualitative research, their role in supporting thematic analysis (TA) calls for critical exploration. This study compares the thematic outputs of four AI tools—ChatGPT-4o, QInsights, ATLAS.ti AI, and ...