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Edpuzzle vs Kaltura

Edpuzzle logo

Edpuzzle

Learning Management

Make any video your lesson

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Kaltura logo

Kaltura

Webinar & Virtual Events

Video platform for learning, media, and engagement

From
On request
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; Kaltura the pricing page lists ten separate products and publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver for them, routing visitors to a quote request
  • They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Kaltura covers Video creation.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Kaltura actually diverge.

Attributes where Edpuzzle and Kaltura differ
AttributeEdpuzzleKaltura
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWindows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web
CategoryLearning ManagementWebinar & Virtual Events
Founded20132006

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Kaltura

  • Video creation
  • Live streaming
  • Analytics
  • Interactive content
  • Mobile apps
  • Blackboard
  • Moodle
  • Salesforce

Both cover

  • Canvas
  • 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 Kaltura
  • Video assignmentsnot Kaltura
  • Formative assessmentnot Kaltura
  • Remote learningnot Kaltura

Kaltura

  • Enterprise video portals and internal town hallsnot Edpuzzle
  • Virtual classrooms and lecture capture for universitiesnot 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

Kaltura

  • The pricing page lists ten separate products and publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver for them, routing visitors to a quote request
  • Capabilities are split across separate products such as Webinars, Virtual Events, Town Halls, Video Portal and Virtual Classroom, each licensed on its own

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

Kaltura

On request
  • Starter$400/month
    • Video library
    • Basic features
  • Professional$1000/month
    • Live streaming
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$2500/month
    • Custom solutions
    • 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 Kaltura if

  • You need video creation.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want live streaming.
Kaltura review

Questions people ask

Is Edpuzzle or Kaltura better?
Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Kaltura at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Kaltura?
Edpuzzle has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Edpuzzle and On request for Kaltura.
Does Edpuzzle or Kaltura run on more platforms?
Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Kaltura runs on Windows, Mac, IOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Edpuzzle for free?
Yes. Edpuzzle has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Kaltura 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 Kaltura is typically brought in for.
What can Edpuzzle do that Kaltura cannot?
Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Kaltura covers Video creation, Live streaming, Analytics, Interactive content. Both handle Canvas, 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.

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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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