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Quizizz vs Labster

Quizizz logo

Quizizz

Education & E-Learning

Gamified quizzes that motivate every learner

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Labster logo

Labster

Education & E-Learning

Virtual science labs for immersive learning

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Quizizz has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Quizizz limited question types with no open-ended response option; Labster customization is limited and labs cannot be easily adapted to specific course learning outcomes
  • They diverge on capability: Quizizz covers Quiz games, Labster covers Virtual simulations.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Quizizz and Labster actually diverge.

Attributes where Quizizz and Labster differ
AttributeQuizizzLabster
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded20152011

Identical on both: platforms (Web), 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
  • Reports
  • Question types
  • Memes
  • Music
  • Leaderboards

Only in Labster

  • Virtual simulations
  • 3D environments
  • Theory pages
  • Quizzes
  • Lab reports
  • Progress tracking
  • Mobile access
  • Multiplayer

Both cover

  • Google Classroom
  • Canvas
  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Quizizz

  • Formative assessmentnot Labster
  • Review gamesnot Labster
  • Homeworknot Labster
  • Test prepnot Labster

Labster

  • Virtual labsnot Quizizz
  • Pre-lab preparationnot Quizizz
  • Supplemental learningnot Quizizz
  • Remote educationnot Quizizz

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

Labster

  • Customization is limited and labs cannot be easily adapted to specific course learning outcomes
  • Simulations can lag or freeze depending on operating system and connection speed
  • Cannot fully replace hands-on physical lab experience and data collection
  • Students report preference for tactile physical lab experience over virtual simulations

Pricing, plan by plan

Quizizz

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Quizizz review.

Labster

On request
  • Student Access$49/month
    • Course simulations
    • Mobile access
    • Progress tracking
  • Institution$undefined/month
    • All simulations
    • LMS integration
    • Analytics
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Custom content
    • API access
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

Choose Quizizz if

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

Choose Labster if

  • You need virtual simulations.
  • You also want 3d environments.
Labster review

Questions people ask

Is Quizizz or Labster better?
Neither clearly leads. Quizizz starts at Free and Labster at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Quizizz or Labster?
Quizizz has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Quizizz and On request for Labster.
Does Quizizz or Labster run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Quizizz for free?
Yes. Quizizz has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Labster starts at On request.
What is Quizizz best used for?
Quizizz is most often used for formative assessment, review games, homework, test prep. Of those, formative assessment and review games are not what Labster is typically brought in for.
What can Quizizz do that Labster cannot?
Quizizz covers Quiz games, Lessons, Homework mode, Reports. Labster covers Virtual simulations, 3D environments, Theory pages, Quizzes. Both handle Google Classroom, Canvas, 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.

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Labster: What STEM subjects does Labster cover?

Labster provides interactive 3D simulations across biology, chemistry, physics, and other STEM subjects, designed for university, college, and high school students.

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.

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Labster: How many students has Labster served?

Labster has served over 6 million students and thousands of institutions globally with its virtual lab simulations.

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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