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Edpuzzle vs Khan Academy

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Edpuzzle

Software

Make any video your lesson

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Khan Academy logo

Khan Academy

Software

Free world-class education for anyone, anywhere

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Edpuzzle free tier limited to 20 videos maximum, with no storage increase from deleting; Khan Academy the Internet Archive's capture of Khan Academy's homepage on 1 January 2021 stated it is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and that its full library of practice and lessons 'is all free for learners and teachers', funded by donations rather than subscriptions.
  • They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Khan Academy covers Video lessons.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Khan Academy actually diverge.

Attributes where Edpuzzle and Khan Academy differ
AttributeEdpuzzleKhan Academy
Pricing modelUnknownfree
Founded20132008

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
  • Gradebook
  • LMS integration
  • Mobile app
  • Canvas

Only in Khan Academy

  • Video lessons
  • Practice exercises
  • Mastery system
  • Personalized learning
  • Teacher tools
  • Parent dashboard
  • Test prep
  • LMS systems

Both cover

  • Progress tracking
  • Google Classroom
  • 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 Khan Academy
  • Video assignmentsnot Khan Academy
  • Formative assessmentnot Khan Academy
  • Remote learningnot Khan Academy

Khan Academy

  • Free self paced learning across maths, science and humanitiesnot Edpuzzle
  • Assigning practice and tracking student progress in a classroomnot 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

Khan Academy

  • The Internet Archive's capture of Khan Academy's homepage on 1 January 2021 stated it is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and that its full library of practice and lessons 'is all free for learners and teachers', funded by donations rather than subscriptions.

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

Khan Academy

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Video lessons
    • Practice exercises
    • Progress tracking

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 Khan Academy if

  • You need video lessons.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want practice exercises.
Khan Academy review

Questions people ask

Is Edpuzzle or Khan Academy better?
Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Khan Academy at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Khan Academy?
Edpuzzle starts at Free and Khan Academy at Free.
Does Edpuzzle or Khan Academy run on more platforms?
Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Khan Academy 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 Khan Academy is typically brought in for.
What can Edpuzzle do that Khan Academy cannot?
Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Khan Academy covers Video lessons, Practice exercises, Mastery system, Personalized learning. Both handle Progress tracking, Google Classroom, Clever, 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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