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Edpuzzle vs Goldcast

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Edpuzzle

Software

Make any video your lesson

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Goldcast logo

Goldcast

Software

The B2B event platform

From
$1000/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

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; Goldcast no pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page
  • They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Goldcast covers Virtual events.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Goldcast actually diverge.

Attributes where Edpuzzle and Goldcast differ
AttributeEdpuzzleGoldcast
Starting priceFree$1000/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20132020

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 Goldcast

  • Virtual events
  • Engagement tools
  • Analytics
  • CRM integration
  • Content repurposing
  • Salesforce
  • HubSpot
  • Marketo

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Edpuzzle

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

Goldcast

  • Running digital events and webinars for B2B marketingnot Edpuzzle
  • Repurposing recorded sessions into clips and written contentnot 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

Goldcast

  • No pricing is published for any of the four product lines, and none carries a seat, event or processing limit on the page
  • Team workspaces, SSO, custom reports and custom permissions are described as enterprise features rather than being included
  • Only the Content Lab offers a self serve start, with everything else beginning at a sales demo

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

Goldcast

$1000/month
  • Starter$1000/month
    • Virtual events
    • Basic analytics
    • 500 registrants
  • Growth$2500/month
    • Advanced analytics
    • CRM sync
    • Custom branding
  • Enterprise$5000/month
    • Unlimited events
    • Full platform
    • Dedicated support

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 Goldcast if

  • You need virtual events.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want engagement tools.
Goldcast review

Questions people ask

Is Edpuzzle or Goldcast better?
Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Goldcast at $1000/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Goldcast?
Edpuzzle has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Edpuzzle and $1000/month for Goldcast.
Does Edpuzzle or Goldcast run on more platforms?
Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Goldcast runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Edpuzzle for free?
Yes. Edpuzzle has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Goldcast starts at $1000/month.
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 Goldcast is typically brought in for.
What can Edpuzzle do that Goldcast cannot?
Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Goldcast covers Virtual events, Engagement tools, Analytics, CRM integration. Both handle Web 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.

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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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