Formative vs Quizizz (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
Not comparable
Not comparable: Quizizz does not list a price
Free plan
Tie
Both have one
Higher rating
Quizizz
4.3 against 4.5
Same job?
Yes
Both are Education tools

Side by side

Compared on	Formative	Quizizz
Our rating	4.3	4.5Better
Starts at	$12/mo	Free
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Category	Education	Education
Plans	From $12/mo	Basic$0 for every teacher School and DistrictQuote only
Key features	Real-time visibility into student responses as they work Works across quizzes, open responses, and drawing assignments Live dashboard for spotting misunderstandings during a lesson Free tier for standard use Operating since 2014	Both live and self-paced asynchronous quiz modes Detailed teacher-facing performance reporting Direct competitor to Kahoot! in live quiz gaming Free tier for standard use Gradebook-usable progress tracking
Pros	Genuine real-time insight during a lesson, not just after grading Works across many assignment types, not limited to one format Long operating history refining live formative assessment specifically	Self-paced mode covers homework and missed-session use cases Deeper reporting supports real gradebook and progress tracking Free tier covers real everyday classroom use
Cons	More features and analytics require a paid plan Real-time monitoring requires students working on connected devices during class Less useful for entirely offline or paper-based assignments	More features and reporting depth require a paid plan Less iconic brand recognition than the category's most established name Self-paced mode lacks the live, shared-screen energy of synchronous play
Company	Formative, founded 2014	Quizizz Inc., founded 2015

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260703. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Formative better than Quizizz?

In our reviews Formative scores 4.3 and Quizizz scores 4.5. The better pick depends on the job. Formative: Live visibility into every student's work, since 2014. Quizizz: Self-paced and live quiz modes, with deeper reporting than most.

Which is cheaper, Formative or Quizizz?

Formative: from $12/mo. Quizizz: free.

Do Formative and Quizizz have free plans?

Yes, both have a free plan.

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