Best Tooltip Software

Tooltip software lets you add contextual help and guidance elements directly into your product UI. Unlike product tours that guide users through sequences, tooltips provide on-demand help for specific elements.

1

Produktly

Top Pick
4.7/5

Smart tips and tooltips as part of a complete adoption platform. No-code editor for placing contextual help on any UI element.

Pros

  • Tooltips + smart tips included
  • No-code visual placement
  • Part of complete platform

Cons

  • Newer tooltip features
  • Less tooltip-specific options than dedicated tools
Pricing: From $19/monthBest for: Teams wanting tooltips as part of a broader adoption toolkit
2

Inline Manual

3.9/5

In-app help platform with tooltips, walkthroughs, and a context-sensitive help widget.

Pros

  • Strong contextual help
  • Topic-based assistance
  • Knowledge base integration

Cons

  • Dated interface
  • Complex setup
  • Limited modern features
Pricing: From $158/monthBest for: Teams wanting tooltip-style help linked to documentation
3

Chameleon

4.1/5

Flexible onboarding platform with particularly strong tooltip and launcher customization.

Pros

  • Excellent tooltip styling
  • Launchers for on-demand help
  • CSS customization

Cons

  • $279/month
  • Complex setup
  • Tooltips require full platform purchase
Pricing: From $279/monthBest for: Design-focused teams wanting pixel-perfect tooltips
4

Userguiding

4/5

Affordable platform with basic tooltip and hotspot functionality for simple contextual help needs.

Pros

  • Affordable at $69/month
  • Easy to create
  • Quick setup

Cons

  • Basic tooltip features
  • Limited targeting
  • Simple styling options
Pricing: From $69/monthBest for: Small teams wanting simple tooltip functionality
5

HelpHero

3.9/5

Lightweight product tour tool that includes basic tooltip and hotspot functionality.

Pros

  • Very affordable
  • Lightweight script
  • Simple to use

Cons

  • Very basic tooltip features
  • Limited targeting
  • Minimal customization
Pricing: From $55/monthBest for: Teams with minimal tooltip needs alongside basic tours

Choosing Tooltip Software

Trigger Types

Look for multiple trigger options: hover, click, page load, and behavior-based. Different contexts need different triggers.

Positioning Intelligence

Good tooltip tools auto-position to avoid viewport clipping and overlap with other UI elements.

Targeting and Frequency

Show tooltips only to users who need them. First-time users and users who have not used a feature should see tooltips; experienced users should not.

Styling Flexibility

Tooltips should match your product design language perfectly. Look for CSS customization or theme options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between tooltips and product tours?

Tooltips provide on-demand help for individual UI elements. Product tours guide users through multi-step sequences. Tooltips are persistent and available whenever needed; tours are typically one-time guided experiences.

When should I use tooltips vs documentation?

Use tooltips for quick, contextual explanations (under 15 words). Use documentation for detailed procedures, conceptual explanations, and reference material. Tooltips should link to documentation for users who want more detail.

How many tooltips should I have per page?

Limit active tooltips to 3-5 per page. Too many visual indicators create clutter and overwhelm users. Prioritize tooltips for the most confusing or important elements.

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