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Edpuzzle vs Flip

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Edpuzzle

Software

Make any video your lesson

From
Free
Rated
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F

Flip

Software

Empower student voice with video discussions

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Edpuzzle free tier limited to 20 videos maximum, with no storage increase from deleting; Flip the Internet Archive's capture of Flip's homepage on 28 June 2022 stated 'Flip is a free video discussion app', confirming the Microsoft-owned product (rebranded from Flipgrid) carries no subscription fee.
  • They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Flip covers Video responses.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Flip actually diverge.

Attributes where Edpuzzle and Flip differ
AttributeEdpuzzleFlip
Pricing modelUnknownfree
Founded20131975

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Flip

  • Video responses
  • Topics
  • Camera effects
  • Stickers
  • Text responses
  • Moderation
  • Mixtapes
  • AR camera

Both cover

  • Google Classroom
  • Canvas
  • Schoology
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Clever
  • 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 Flip
  • Video assignmentsnot Flip
  • Formative assessmentnot Flip
  • Remote learningnot Flip

Flip

  • Video discussionsnot Edpuzzle
  • Student portfoliosnot Edpuzzle
  • Book talksnot Edpuzzle
  • Language practicenot 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

Flip

  • The Internet Archive's capture of Flip's homepage on 28 June 2022 stated 'Flip is a free video discussion app', confirming the Microsoft-owned product (rebranded from Flipgrid) carries no subscription fee.

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

Flip

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited groups
    • Unlimited topics
    • Video responses

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 Flip if

  • You need video responses.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want topics.

Questions people ask

Is Edpuzzle or Flip better?
Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Flip at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Flip?
Edpuzzle starts at Free and Flip at Free.
Does Edpuzzle or Flip run on more platforms?
Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Flip 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 Flip is typically brought in for.
What can Edpuzzle do that Flip cannot?
Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Flip covers Video responses, Topics, Camera effects, Stickers. Both handle Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, Microsoft Teams.

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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