Learning Management · head to head
Edpuzzle vs Schoology
Schoology
Learning Management
LMS that connects learning with the bigger picture
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Edpuzzle free tier limited to 20 videos maximum, with no storage increase from deleting; Schoology schoology (now PowerSchool's Schoology Learning) gates its full feature set behind a separate Enterprise package; the free version is a limited LMS tier, per the vendor's own archived K-12 page (2019), with no dollar figure published for the Enterprise upgrade.
- They diverge on capability: Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Schoology covers Course management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Edpuzzle and Schoology actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Learning Management).
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
- LMS integration
- Google Classroom
- Canvas
Only in Schoology
- Course management
- Assessment builder
- Discussion boards
- Resources library
- Parent portal
- Analytics
- PowerSchool SIS
- Google Workspace
Both cover
- Gradebook
- Mobile app
- 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 Schoology
- Video assignmentsnot Schoology
- Formative assessmentnot Schoology
- Remote learningnot Schoology
Schoology
- Course deliverynot Edpuzzle
- Assessmentnot Edpuzzle
- Collaborationnot Edpuzzle
- Parent communicationnot 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
Schoology
- Schoology (now PowerSchool's Schoology Learning) gates its full feature set behind a separate Enterprise package; the free version is a limited LMS tier, per the vendor's own archived K-12 page (2019), with no dollar figure published for the Enterprise upgrade.
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$162/year
- Same as Pro Teacher
- Annual discount
Schoology
Free- BasicFree
- Course management
- Assignments
- Gradebook
- Enterprise$undefined/month
- SIS integration
- Analytics
- Standards alignment
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 Schoology if
- You need course management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want assessment builder.
Questions people ask
- Is Edpuzzle or Schoology better?
- Neither clearly leads. Edpuzzle starts at Free and Schoology at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Edpuzzle or Schoology?
- Edpuzzle starts at Free and Schoology at Free.
- Does Edpuzzle or Schoology run on more platforms?
- Edpuzzle runs on Web, iOS, Android. Schoology 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 Schoology is typically brought in for.
- What can Edpuzzle do that Schoology cannot?
- Edpuzzle covers Video embedding, Question overlays, Audio notes, Voiceover. Schoology covers Course management, Assessment builder, Discussion boards, Resources library. Both handle Gradebook, Mobile app, Web support, IOS 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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