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Quizizz vs Gimkit

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Quizizz

Education & E-Learning

Gamified quizzes that motivate every learner

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Gimkit

Education & E-Learning

Game-based learning built by students

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Quizizz covers Quiz games, Gimkit covers Game modes.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Quizizz and Gimkit actually diverge.

Attributes where Quizizz and Gimkit differ
AttributeQuizizzGimkit
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWebWeb, IOS, Android
Founded20152017

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Education & E-Learning).

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 Quizizz

  • Quiz games
  • Lessons
  • Homework mode
  • Question types
  • Memes
  • Music
  • Leaderboards
  • Canvas

Only in Gimkit

  • Game modes
  • In-game currency
  • Live games
  • Assignments
  • Question import
  • Audio questions
  • Game themes
  • Quizlet import

Both cover

  • Reports
  • Google Classroom
  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Quizizz

  • Formative assessment
  • Review games
  • Homeworknot Gimkit
  • Test prep

Gimkit

  • Review games
  • Formative assessment
  • Student engagementnot Quizizz
  • Test prep

Both are used for formative assessment, review games, test prep, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Quizizz

  • Limited question types with no open-ended response option
  • Game format emphasizes quick answers which may stress slower-paced students
  • Requires reliable internet connection, no offline option
  • Advanced features and AI-generated quizzes locked behind paid plans

Gimkit

Nothing recorded yet. See the Gimkit review.

Pricing, plan by plan

Quizizz

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Quizizz review.

Gimkit

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 5 kits
    • Basic game modes
  • Pro$9.99/month
    • Unlimited kits
    • All game modes
    • Reports
  • School/District$undefined/month
    • All Pro features
    • Admin tools
    • Rostering

Which should you pick?

Choose Quizizz if

  • You need quiz games.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want lessons.
Quizizz review

Choose Gimkit if

  • You need game modes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want in-game currency.
Gimkit review

Questions people ask

Is Quizizz or Gimkit better?
Neither clearly leads. Quizizz starts at Free and Gimkit at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Quizizz or Gimkit?
Quizizz starts at Free and Gimkit at Free.
Does Quizizz or Gimkit run on more platforms?
Quizizz runs on Web. Gimkit runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Quizizz for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Quizizz best used for?
Quizizz is most often used for formative assessment, review games, homework, test prep. Of those, homework is not what Gimkit is typically brought in for.
What can Quizizz do that Gimkit cannot?
Quizizz covers Quiz games, Lessons, Homework mode, Question types. Gimkit covers Game modes, In-game currency, Live games, Assignments. Both handle Reports, Google Classroom, Web support, IOS support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Quizizz: Does Quizizz have a free tier?

Yes, Quizizz offers a perpetual free tier with quiz creation, access to a library of 20 million+ public activities, and the ability to run small live sessions with students at no cost.

Source
Quizizz: Can Quizizz integrate with Google Classroom?

Yes. Quizizz integrates with Google Classroom to assign quizzes and lessons with automatic grade syncing back to Google Classroom.

Source
Quizizz: What question types does Quizizz support?

Quizizz offers multiple choice, multiple select, and other format types, but does not support open-ended response questions, limiting its use for essays or complex problem-solving.

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