The complete Headway alternative that engages users and keeps growing
Headway is a simple changelog tool, but that's all it is. UserJot is a complete platform: feedback boards, roadmaps, and changelogs that work together. Engage users, not just announce to them.
Free forever planEmail notifications includedComplete feedback loop
Headway is simple.
Maybe too simple.
Headway does one thing: publish changelog updates. But it has no email notifications, no user engagement, and feels abandoned. Development is stagnant, features are missing, and growing teams quickly outgrow it.
No email notifications
Users can't subscribe to updates. Major missing feature for engagement.
No user engagement
One-way announcements only. No comments, reactions, or feedback.
Rarely updated
Feels abandoned by developers. No new features or improvements.
Basic analytics only
View counts only. No engagement metrics or user insights.
Why teams are switching
from Headway to UserJot
We built UserJot as a complete platform. Collect feedback, share roadmaps, and publish changelogs that actually engage users. Everything works together seamlessly.
Complete feedback loop
Headway only publishes changelogs. UserJot lets you collect feedback on what you ship, show what's coming on your roadmap, and close the loop with engaged users. Everything connected.
Email notifications included
Headway's biggest missing feature. UserJot automatically notifies users of new updates, status changes, and shipped features. Keep users engaged without manual work.
Everything else you need
Feedback boards
Collect ideas and votes. Headway has nothing like this.
Public roadmaps
Show what's coming. Keep users excited about your product.
Comments & reactions
Two-way conversations, not one-way announcements.
AI-powered features
Smart duplicate detection and automatic categorization.
Real analytics
Track engagement, not just views. See what resonates.
Actively developed
Regular updates and new features. Not abandoned.
UserJot vs Headway:
Side-by-side comparison
See exactly how UserJot compares to Headway across features, engagement, and completeness.
| Feature | UserJot | Headway |
|---|---|---|
| Email notifications | Not available | |
| Feedback collection | Built-in boards | Changelog only |
| Public roadmaps | Not available | |
| User engagement | Comments, reactions, votes | One-way announcements |
| Analytics | Engagement metrics | View counts only |
| AI features | Not available | |
| Development status | Active, weekly updates | Stagnant, rarely updated |
| Platform completeness | Feedback + Roadmap + Changelog | Changelog only |
| Free plan | Unlimited users & posts | 1 changelog, branding |
| Starting price | $29/month | $29/month |
Everything Headway has, plus what it's missing
UserJot includes everything Headway does (changelog publishing) plus the features Headway should have added years ago.
Beautiful changelogs
Publish updates like Headway, but with better design and engagement.
Email notifications
The feature Headway doesn't have. Automatically notify subscribers.
Feedback boards
Collect ideas and votes. See what users want before you build.
Public roadmaps
Show what's planned. Keep users engaged between releases.
In-app widget
Embed everything in your product. Feedback, roadmap, and changelog.
Comments & reactions
Let users engage with updates. Two-way conversations, not broadcasts.
AI-powered features
Smart duplicate detection and automatic changelog generation.
Private boards
Internal feedback boards for sensitive customer requests.
Switching from Headway
takes just minutes
Moving from Headway to UserJot is simple. Import your changelogs, set up your boards, and start engaging users immediately.
Export from Headway
Download your changelog content from Headway. Simple export process.
Import to UserJot
Import your changelogs and set up feedback boards. Takes just minutes.
You're done
All content imported. Email notifications working. Users engaged.
Need help migrating? We'll personally help you move from Headway to UserJot. Most migrations take under 30 minutes.
Same price as Headway,
but way more complete
Both start at $29/month. But UserJot includes feedback boards, roadmaps, email notifications, and active development. Headway is just a basic changelog.
Free
Free, forever.
What's included
- Unlimited Posts
- Unlimited Users
- 3 Admin Roles
- 2 Feedback Boards
- Roadmap
- Changelog
Starter
For small teams.
What's included
- Custom Domain
- Custom Branding
- Guest Posting
- 5 Feedback Boards
- Private Boards
- One Integration
Professional
For growing teams.
What's included
- Unlimited Boards
- Advanced Search
- Guest Posting
- Single Sign-On
- Unlimited Integrations
- Unlimited Admin Roles
Why pay $29/month for just a changelog when UserJot gives you the complete platform at the same price?
Why teams switch from Headway to UserJot
These are the actual reasons teams tell us when they migrate from Headway.
Email notifications
"No email notifications was a dealbreaker. UserJot has them built in."
Complete platform
"We needed more than just changelogs. UserJot gives us the full loop."
Actively developed
"Headway felt abandoned. UserJot ships new features every week."
User engagement
"Users can actually respond now. Headway was just one-way announcements."
Try the Headway alternative that actually engages users
Join teams who switched from Headway and never looked back. Complete platform. Email notifications. Active development. Stop settling for one-way announcements.
Free forever • Email notifications included • Complete platform • 30-second setup
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about switching from Headway to UserJot.
UserJot is a complete platform (feedback + roadmap + changelog) while Headway is just a changelog tool. UserJot includes email notifications (Headway's biggest missing feature), user engagement (comments, reactions), feedback collection, public roadmaps, and active development. Same price, way more features.
Yes! Email notifications are built in and included. Users can subscribe to updates and get automatically notified of new changelogs, status changes, and shipped features. This is Headway's most requested missing feature.
Yes! Export your changelog content from Headway and import it into UserJot. We'll help you with the migration process. Most teams complete the switch in under 30 minutes.
UserJot includes feedback boards where users can submit ideas, vote on features, and discuss requests. Headway only does changelogs, so you'd need a separate tool. UserJot is the complete platform.
Yes. UserJot includes public roadmaps that update automatically when you change feedback status. Share what's coming and keep users engaged between releases. Headway doesn't offer roadmaps at all.
Yes! UserJot ships new features and improvements every week. Many Headway users complain that it feels abandoned with rare updates. We actively listen to feedback and continuously improve the platform.
Yes! Users can comment on and react to changelog updates in UserJot. Headway is one-way announcements only. With UserJot, you can have conversations and get feedback on what you ship.
UserJot's free plan includes unlimited users, unlimited posts, 2 feedback boards, roadmap, and changelog. Headway's free plan includes 1 changelog with their branding. UserJot is more generous.
UserJot starts at $29/month, same as Headway Pro. But you get way more: feedback boards, roadmaps, email notifications, user engagement, AI features, and active development. Same price, complete platform.
Yes. UserJot has an in-app widget that embeds your feedback board, roadmap, and changelog directly in your product. Users can engage without leaving your app. Headway has a widget too, but it's changelog-only.
UserJot provides engagement analytics showing how users interact with your feedback, roadmap, and changelogs. Headway only shows basic view counts. We give you real insights.
Not at all. UserJot takes about 30 seconds to set up. Create your workspace, customize your boards, and start collecting feedback. Headway is simple too, but UserJot gives you more power without added complexity.