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FMVMachine vs VideoQuest
Both stand on interactive video software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid MacWindows
Pick FMVMachine if you want to create branching video experiences with hotspots and quizzes, then host exported webpages yourself. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or trial, or a platform other than Windows or macOS.
Visit FMVMachine Paid ExtensionWeb
Choose VideoQuest if you need configurable multiple-choice checks within videos and analytics at learner and question level. Look elsewhere if you need question types beyond multiple choice or want a listed price before contacting the maker.
Visit VideoQuestThe facts
| FMVMachine | VideoQuest | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | FMVMachine: $49.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fmvmachine.com | videoken.com |
| On interactive video software | #20 of 26 | #24 of 26 |
FMVMachine: what it does well
- Create interactive video experiences without coding.
- Hotspots support drag-and-drop positioning, timing and conditional visibility.
- Quizzes can provide answer feedback and direct viewers to different paths.
- Exports are self-contained webpages for hosting of your choice.
- One-time plan includes unlimited projects and commercial use.
What to know first
- The software is available exclusively through Steam.
- It runs on Windows and macOS only.
- No free plan or trial is available.
- Internet access is needed for updates and online resources.
VideoQuest: what it does well
- Place quiz questions anywhere in a video timeline.
- Set time limits, retakes, and mandatory or optional participation.
- Add as many questions as desired to a quiz.
- Review analytics by learner and question.
- Integrates with seven listed video players.
What to know first
- Only multiple-choice questions are currently supported.
- Pricing is available on request.
- The LinkedIn Learning workflow uses a Chrome extension interface.
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