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Edpuzzle vs Edmodo

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Edpuzzle

Learning Management

Make any video your lesson

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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Edmodo

Learning Management

Social learning network for K-12 education

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Edmodo covers Class management.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Edmodo actually diverge.

Attributes where Edpuzzle and Edmodo differ
AttributeEdpuzzleEdmodo
Pricing modelUnknownfree
Founded20132008

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 Edpuzzle

  • Video embedding
  • Question overlays
  • Audio notes
  • Voiceover
  • Gradebook
  • LMS integration
  • Canvas
  • Schoology

Only in Edmodo

  • Class management
  • Assignments
  • Quizzes
  • Messaging
  • Library
  • Parent accounts
  • Microsoft 365
  • Third-party apps

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.

Edpuzzle

  • Flipped classroomnot Edmodo
  • Video assignmentsnot Edmodo
  • Formative assessmentnot Edmodo
  • Remote learningnot Edmodo

Edmodo

  • Classroom communicationnot Edpuzzle
  • Assignment managementnot Edpuzzle
  • Resource sharingnot Edpuzzle
  • Parent engagementnot Edpuzzle

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

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

Edmodo

Nothing recorded yet. See the Edmodo review.

Pricing, plan by plan

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

Edmodo

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Classes
    • Assignments
    • Messaging

Which should you pick?

Choose Edpuzzle if

  • You need video embedding.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want question overlays.
Edpuzzle review

Choose Edmodo if

  • You need class management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want assignments.
Edmodo review

Questions people ask

Is Edpuzzle or Edmodo better?
Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Edmodo at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Edmodo?
Edpuzzle starts at Free and Edmodo at Free.
Does Edpuzzle or Edmodo run on more platforms?
Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Edmodo runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Edpuzzle for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Edpuzzle best used for?
Edpuzzle is most often used for flipped classroom, video assignments, formative assessment, remote learning. Of those, flipped classroom and video assignments are not what Edmodo is typically brought in for.
What can Edpuzzle do that Edmodo cannot?
Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Edmodo covers Class management, Assignments, Quizzes, Messaging. 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.

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Edpuzzle: 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.

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Edpuzzle: 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.

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Edpuzzle: 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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