Poll For All - Create polls

The moment you open the app

Installation finishes, and the icon appears on the home screen. Tap it, and the app launches directly into a dashboard. No login screen, no sign-up prompt. Just a clean interface with a floating action button to create a new poll. The dashboard shows a list of recent polls, a history of past activity, and a section for boards. The design is minimal. White background, blue accents, and a bottom navigation bar with tabs for Polls, History, Boards, and Profile. The top bar displays the app name and a notification bell. The interface is straightforward, but a first-time user might not immediately understand the full scope of the app's features.

The app does not require an account to start browsing. This is a deliberate choice. A user can explore the dashboard, view example polls, and check out the features without committing to a login. However, to create a poll or participate in one, the app requires registration. The registration process is simple: enter an email, create a password, and confirm. No phone number, no social media login. The app sends a verification email. Click the link, and the account is active. The entire process takes under two minutes. No ads during sign-up, no prompts to invite friends. The app feels focused on its core purpose: polling.

Private polls, history, and the sharing puzzle

The private poll feature is one of the standout functions. Tap the create button, and a screen appears with options to add a question, multiple choice answers, and settings. The settings include privacy options: public or private. A private poll is only accessible via a direct link. Only people with the link can participate. This is useful for group decisions, team feedback, or sensitive topics. The app does not require participants to have the app installed to vote. They can vote through a web browser using the shared link. This is a significant advantage. The sharing options are comprehensive: messengers, social networks, email, or QR code. The QR code is a nice touch for in-person events. The history feature logs all past polls and questionnaires. Users can revisit them to view results, see who voted, or check updates. The history is available for non-premium users, supported by ads. This is a change from the previous version, where history was a premium-only feature. The app does not explain how private poll links are managed or how history handles polls that have been deleted. This is a gap in the user experience.

The date and time scheduling feature is integrated with a calendar view. Users can schedule events or suggest new dates and times. This is useful for planning meetings or events. The app does not sync with external calendars like Google Calendar or Apple Calendar. This is a limitation. The notifications feature alerts users when someone votes or adds a new option. The notifications are push-based and work reliably. The app also supports images and links. Users can associate images and links with questions and answers to make polls more attractive. This is a nice touch for visual engagement. The boards feature allows users to organize and share a collection of polls and questionnaires in one place. This is useful for event organizers or educators.

Performance and the reality of a growing app

The app has over 500,000 installs on Google Play and a 4.66 rating from over 4,100 ratings. The App Store rating is 4.8. These are strong numbers. The app is well-liked for its ease of use, quickness, and usefulness for group polls. However, some users have reported reliability problems affecting voting, including errors and connectivity issues. Some external polls do not open within the app. A minority of users mention spammy ads. The app's performance is stable on modern devices. No crashes or freezes during testing. The frame rate is consistent. The app is optimized for Android 7.1+ and iOS 15.0+. The APK size is 35.2 MB for version 5.7.1. The app loads quickly and responds to inputs without lag. The dashboard scrolls smoothly, and the poll creation flow is intuitive. The app does not have a loading indicator for the history section, which can make the app feel unresponsive when loading large histories.

The app's monetization is clear. The app is free with optional premium subscription. Non-premium users are supported by ads. The ads are not intrusive. The premium subscription unlocks additional features: advanced results view, detailed exports, and more customization options. The pricing is not listed on the Play Store page, but the website mentions a premium plan. The app does not have in-app purchases listed on the Play Store. This could mean that the premium subscription is managed through the app or the website. The app's privacy policy is linked on the Play Store page. The developer, Softry OÜ, is based in Estonia. The app is subject to EU data protection laws. The app does not collect any data, according to the Play Store data safety section. This is a positive sign for a polling app.

The storage permission and its implications

The app requests storage permission at launch. Granting it allows the app to access files on the device. This is necessary for saving poll data, images, and settings. However, the permission is broad. The app can read, modify, and delete files in the storage. For a user with sensitive data, this is a consideration. The app does not offer a scoped storage option. It requests full access, and denying it prevents the app from saving any data. This means every user must grant full storage access to use the app. The app also requests camera permission for QR code scanning. The app does not explain why this permission is needed, which is a missed opportunity for transparency. The app's privacy policy states that data is not shared with third parties. The developer, Softry OÜ, is based in Estonia. The app is subject to EU data protection laws. The storage permission is a necessary evil, but it is worth noting for privacy-conscious users.