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iClicker vs Mentimeter
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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iClicker brings classroom response, attendance, and reporting tools together, with several ways for students to participate. Check which subscription the enrolled course requires before choosing a student plan.
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| iClicker | Mentimeter | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | iClicker Pulse — 6 months: $4.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | iClicker | Mentimeter |
| Website | iclicker.com | mentimeter.com |
| On audience response systems | #4 of 118 | #8 of 118 |
iClicker: what it does well
- Supports multiple question formats, including anonymous responses.
- AI Question Creator can generate up to 50 questions.
- Tracks attendance in in-person and virtual classes.
- Integrates with Blackboard, Canvas, Brightspace, and Moodle.
- Students can respond through apps or physical remotes.
What to know first
- Student subscription requirements depend on the enrolled course.
- International and partner pricing requires contacting iClicker.
- Instructor desktop requires Windows 10 or newer, or macOS 12 or newer.
Mentimeter: what it does well
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