Software · head to head
Edpuzzle vs edX
The short version
- Only Edpuzzle has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Edpuzzle free tier limited to 20 videos maximum, with no storage increase from deleting; edX individual course costs not displayed; pricing requires enrollment to view
- They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, edX covers Video lectures.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and edX actually diverge.
Identical on both: platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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
- Progress tracking
- Gradebook
- LMS integration
- Mobile app
Only in edX
- Video lectures
- Interactive exercises
- Discussion forums
- Certificates
- MicroMasters
- Professional certificates
- Degrees
- Mobile learning
Both cover
- 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 edX
- Video assignmentsnot edX
- Formative assessmentnot edX
- Remote learningnot edX
edX
- Learners seeking university-level credentials from elite institutions (MIT, Harvard, Cambridge)not Edpuzzle
- Career changers pursuing MicroMasters or professional certificatesnot Edpuzzle
- Individuals in regions with limited access to higher educationnot 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
edX
- Individual course costs not displayed; pricing requires enrollment to view
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
edX
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the edX review.
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.
Choose edX if
- You need video lectures.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want interactive exercises.
Questions people ask
- Is Edpuzzle or edX better?
- Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and edX at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or edX?
- Edpuzzle has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Edpuzzle and On request for edX.
- Does Edpuzzle or edX run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, iOS, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Edpuzzle for free?
- Yes. Edpuzzle has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. edX starts at On request.
- 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 edX is typically brought in for.
- What can Edpuzzle do that edX cannot?
- Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. edX covers Video lectures, Interactive exercises, Discussion forums, Certificates. Both handle Web support, IOS support, Android 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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