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DirectPoll vs Particify
Both stand on student response systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebWindowsMac
DirectPoll covers live polling and quizzes with anonymous participation and presentation support. Its free option may fit basic use, while the annual Supporter plan adds the listed supporter benefits.
Visit DirectPoll Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+6
Choose Particify if you need polling, Q&A, quizzes, and slide integrations, with a free option for rooms of up to 200 participants. Look elsewhere if you need a free room above that capacity or want Pro without its five-account minimum and annual billing.
Visit ParticifyThe facts
| DirectPoll | Particify | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Web, Windows, Mac | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Pro: €12 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | DirectPoll | Particify |
| Website | directpoll.com | particify.de |
| On student response systems | #5 of 45 | #1 of 45 |
DirectPoll: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Live polling and quiz mode
- Anonymous responses supported
- Works on web, Windows, and macOS
- Slide integrations available
What to know first
- Audience limit of 500
- No live Q&A
- Supporter plan costs 20 CHF a year
- Taxes are calculated at checkout
Particify: what it does well
- Supports live polling, Q&A, and quizzes.
- Audience members can respond anonymously.
- Integrates with slides.
- Available on web, desktop, and mobile platforms.
- Free plan includes unlimited rooms and question series.
What to know first
- Free rooms are limited to 200 participants.
- Free includes only one room creator.
- Pro requires at least five accounts and annual billing.
- Pro price is before VAT.
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