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EngageSlide vs Poll Everywhere
Both stand on audience response systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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EngageSlide combines live audience activities with presenter controls and presentation integrations. Check the participant limit and annual billing terms, and consider its stated AI data handling if using those features.
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Poll Everywhere supports live audience interaction through polls, Q&A, quizzes, and presentation integrations. The free plan is limited by audience size and monthly AI prompts, while paid options list separate monthly and annual prices.
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| EngageSlide | Poll Everywhere | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, Extension, iPhone, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $57.48 a year | Present: $10 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 11 |
| Maker | Not published | Poll Everywhere |
| Website | engageslide.com | polleverywhere.com |
| On audience response systems | #6 of 118 | #2 of 118 |
EngageSlide: what it does well
- Join by QR code or link without an account.
- Responses appear in real time.
- Smartphone remote includes speaker notes and Q&A.
- Exports insights to PDF or Excel.
- Integrates with PowerPoint, Google Slides and Teams.
What to know first
- Free plan allows up to 10 live participants.
- Paid monthly rates are billed annually.
- AI prompts and slide context may go to OpenAI.
Poll Everywhere: what it does well
- Participants respond without an app, login, or account.
- Responses update in real time.
- Offers multiple poll types, including Q&A and word clouds.
- Reports can export data as CSV.
- Free plan permits 40 audience members.
What to know first
- Free plan includes just 10 AI prompts monthly.
- Free plan allows 700 audience members only for 30 days.
- Engage is listed at $99 a month.
- Teams is listed at $249 a month.
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