resetDocs vs Confluence for Product Docs: 7 Speed Tests 2025

Product teams waste 4+ hours weekly on slow documentation tools. We tested resetDocs against Confluence across 7 real-world scenarios to see which platform actually delivers faster results for product documentation.

Speed Test Results: resetDocs vs Confluence

How We Conducted the Speed Tests

We tested both platforms using identical product documentation scenarios with experienced product managers. Each task was performed 5 times, and we recorded the average completion time.

Pros and Cons of resetDocs vs Confluence

Detailed Speed Test Breakdown

Test 1: PRD Creation (8 min vs 45 min)

Creating a comprehensive PRD for a new mobile feature. resetDocs used AI to generate structure, user stories, and acceptance criteria from a brief description. Confluence required manual template setup, formatting, and content creation.

Test 2: API Documentation (5 min vs 35 min)

Documenting REST API endpoints with examples. resetDocs automatically generated endpoint descriptions, parameters, and code samples. Confluence needed manual table creation and code formatting.

Test 3: Technical Diagrams (3 min vs 25 min)

Creating system architecture diagrams. resetDocs generated Mermaid diagrams from plain text descriptions. Confluence required using external tools or manual drawing with built-in editor.

Test 4: Content Updates (2 min vs 12 min)

Updating existing documentation with new information. resetDocs used AI to suggest improvements and maintain consistency. Confluence required manual editing and formatting adjustments.

Test 5: Formatting and Structure (1 min vs 15 min)

Applying consistent formatting to unstructured content. resetDocs automatically formatted and structured content. Confluence required manual styling and organization.

Test 6: User Stories Generation (4 min vs 30 min)

Creating user stories from feature requirements. resetDocs generated stories with acceptance criteria automatically. Confluence needed manual story writing and formatting.

Test 7: Release Notes (3 min vs 20 min)

Compiling release notes from development updates. resetDocs organized and formatted notes automatically. Confluence required manual compilation and styling.

Cost Analysis: Time is Money

Based on our speed tests, a product manager earning $120,000/year saves significant time with resetDocs:

• Weekly time saved: 4.2 hours (22.3 minutes × 11 tasks per week)
• Annual time saved: 218 hours
• Cost savings: $12,540 per year per product manager

According to G2's 2025 knowledge management report, teams using AI-powered documentation tools report 73% faster content creation compared to traditional wiki platforms.

When to Choose resetDocs vs Confluence

Choose resetDocs if you:

• Need fast content creation with AI assistance
• Want automatic formatting and structure
• Create lots of product documentation (PRDs, specs, etc.)
• Have team members who aren't documentation experts
• Value speed over extensive customization

Choose Confluence if you:

• Need extensive third-party integrations
• Require complex permission structures
• Have existing Atlassian ecosystem investment
• Need advanced enterprise security features
• Prefer manual control over content creation

Migration from Confluence to resetDocs

Switching from Confluence to resetDocs is straightforward with built-in import tools. Most teams complete migration in under a week and see immediate productivity gains.

Conclusion

Our speed tests show resetDocs consistently outperforms Confluence for product documentation tasks, saving an average of 86% time across common workflows. While Confluence offers more integrations and enterprise features, resetDocs delivers superior speed and ease of use for product teams focused on documentation efficiency.

For product managers and teams who create documentation frequently, the time savings with resetDocs translate to significant productivity gains and cost reductions. The choice ultimately depends on whether you prioritize speed and AI assistance or extensive customization and integrations.