The Observer XT

The Observer XT is the professional and user-friendly event logging software for the collection, analysis, and presentation of observational data.

  • Features - The Observer XT is the best coding solution for researchers and practitioners
  • Publications - Working with The Observer XT


The Observer XT supports the entire workflow of a research project.

  • Set up your system - coding scheme design, continuous and time sampling
  • Gathering data - collect behavioral data, record video, and integrate data
  • Data analysis - explore results, select, visualize, and analyze data, export and import data


The basic system offers a complete solution for live coding and data analysis. Extend it with: