Learning Management · head to head
Edmodo vs Edpuzzle
Edmodo
Learning Management
Social learning network for K-12 education
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Edmodo covers Class management, Edpuzzle covers Video embedding.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Edmodo and Edpuzzle actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, IOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Learning Management).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Edmodo
- Class management
- Assignments
- Quizzes
- Messaging
- Library
- Parent accounts
- Microsoft 365
- Third-party apps
Only in Edpuzzle
- Video embedding
- Question overlays
- Audio notes
- Voiceover
- Gradebook
- LMS integration
- Canvas
- Schoology
Both cover
- Progress tracking
- Mobile app
- Google Classroom
- Web support
- IOS support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Edmodo
- Classroom communicationnot Edpuzzle
- Assignment managementnot Edpuzzle
- Resource sharingnot Edpuzzle
- Parent engagementnot Edpuzzle
Edpuzzle
- Flipped classroomnot Edmodo
- Video assignmentsnot Edmodo
- Formative assessmentnot Edmodo
- Remote learningnot Edmodo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Edmodo
Nothing recorded yet. See the Edmodo review.
Edpuzzle
- Free tier limited to 20 videos maximum, with no storage increase from deleting
- Primarily focused on K-12; less comprehensive for higher education video management
- Advanced features require paid plan, limiting free users to basic interactivity
Pricing, plan by plan
Edmodo
Free- FreeFree
- Classes
- Assignments
- Messaging
Edpuzzle
Free- FreeFree
- 20 videos maximum
- Basic interactive features
- Limited analytics
- Pro Teacher$12/month
- Unlimited videos
- Advanced analytics
- Priority support
- Pro Annual$162/year
- Same as Pro Teacher
- Annual discount
Which should you pick?
Choose Edmodo if
- You need class management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want assignments.
Choose Edpuzzle if
- You need video embedding.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want question overlays.
Questions people ask
- Is Edmodo or Edpuzzle better?
- Neither clearly leads. Edmodo starts at Free and Edpuzzle at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Edmodo or Edpuzzle?
- Edmodo starts at Free and Edpuzzle at Free.
- Does Edmodo or Edpuzzle run on more platforms?
- Edmodo runs on Web, IOS, Android. Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Edmodo for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Edmodo best used for?
- Edmodo is most often used for classroom communication, assignment management, resource sharing, parent engagement. Of those, classroom communication and assignment management are not what Edpuzzle is typically brought in for.
- What can Edmodo do that Edpuzzle cannot?
- Edmodo covers Class management, Assignments, Quizzes, Messaging. Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Both handle Progress tracking, Mobile app, Google Classroom, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Edpuzzle: What is the video storage limit on the free Edpuzzle plan?
Free accounts can store up to 20 videos. Deleting videos does not increase the limit. Upgrading to a Pro plan provides unlimited storage.
SourceEdpuzzle: Can I use videos from YouTube in Edpuzzle?
Yes, Edpuzzle lets you take videos from YouTube, Khan Academy, Crash Course, TED-Ed, and National Geographic, then add interactive elements like questions and annotations.
SourceEdpuzzle: How much does Edpuzzle Pro cost?
Edpuzzle Pro starts at $12 per month for individuals, or $162 per year. Professional license options are available for schools and districts at custom pricing.
SourceEdpuzzle: Can I embed my own voice narration?
Yes, one of Edpuzzle's key features is the ability to add your own voice narration and explanations to any video, making content more personalized for your class.
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