Kahoot, Gimkit, Blooket and Wayground (the new name for Quizizz) all turn revision into a game. They look similar from a distance, but they play very differently, and their free plans have different limits.
In this guide I’ll compare how each one works, what you get for free, what the paid plans cost, and which I’d pick for different classes.
Quick comparison
Prices and limits change often. These figures come from each company’s pricing page or recent 2026 guides, so check before you buy.
| Kahoot! | Gimkit | Blooket | Wayground (Quizizz) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How it plays | Live, everyone on the same question | Self-paced; earn and spend in-game cash | Self-paced; many game-style modes | Self-paced quizzes and lessons |
| Best for | Fast, energetic whole-class review | Middle and high school strategy fans | Younger students and variety | Practice, homework and reports |
| Free plan | Kahoot! Go: up to 40 players | Basic: rotating selection of modes | Free: unlimited hosting, up to 60 players | Starter: basic question types |
| Paid from | About $3/month billed yearly | About $59.88/year | $4.99/month billed yearly | Check current pricing |
| Homework mode | Yes (assignments) | Pro only | Paid plans | Yes |
| Students join at | kahoot.it | gimkit.com/join | blooket.com/play | joinmyquiz.com |
Kahoot!
How it plays: the host shows each question on the main screen, and everyone answers at the same time on their devices. Faster correct answers score more, with a leaderboard between questions.
Good for: the start or end of a lesson, staff training and events, when you want energy and excitement.
Watch out for: speed-based scoring can frustrate students who need more time. The free plan has a 40-player limit and fewer question types.
How to join: see my Kahoot join guide.
Gimkit
How it plays: students answer at their own pace, earn in-game cash for correct answers and spend it on upgrades and power-ups. Modes range from Classic to team and 2D games like Trust No One and Capture the Flag.
Good for: older students who enjoy strategy, and repeated practice of the same question set.
Watch out for: the free plan only gives you a rotating set of modes, and homework needs Pro.
More in my guide on how to play Gimkit.
Blooket
How it plays: students answer questions to progress in game-style modes, such as tower defence or gold-collecting games. Each mode feels like a different mini-game.
Good for: primary and lower secondary classes, and keeping things fresh with lots of variety.
Watch out for: the game elements can overshadow the learning for some students, and homework is a paid feature. A recent pricing guide lists the free plan at up to 60 players per game, Plus at $4.99 a month billed yearly, and Plus Flex at $9.99 a month.
How to join: see my Blooket Join guide.
Wayground (formerly Quizizz)
How it plays: students work through questions at their own pace, live or as homework. Teachers can also build lessons that mix slides and questions, and use a large library of ready-made quizzes.
Good for: practice, homework and detailed reports on which questions students struggle with.
Watch out for: the free Starter plan covers basic question types and, since January 2026, limits how many resources you can store.
More in my guide to Quizizz, now Wayground.
Which should you choose?
- Want a quick, loud, whole-class game? Kahoot!
- Teaching teenagers who like strategy? Gimkit
- Teaching younger students, or want lots of variety? Blooket
- Need homework, practice and reports? Wayground
- Want interactive slides rather than a game? Pear Deck. See how to use Pear Deck.
Many teachers use more than one. You might use Kahoot! to open a topic, Gimkit or Blooket for practice, and Wayground for homework.
Things to check before you commit
- Player limits on the free plan, especially for big classes or year-group events.
- Homework support if you want practice outside class.
- Privacy and accounts: check your school’s rules on student data and whether students need to log in.
- Accessibility: speed-based scoring, colours and timers don’t suit every learner. Most tools let you turn off timers or leaderboards.
- Question import: if you already have questions in a spreadsheet, check whether the tool can import them.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gimkit better than Kahoot? Neither is better overall. Kahoot! is best for fast live review, and Gimkit for self-paced practice with strategy.
Is Blooket free? Yes, Blooket has a free plan for hosting games. Homework and some extras need a paid plan.
What is the best free alternative to Kahoot? Blooket and Wayground both have useful free plans. Pick based on whether you want game modes (Blooket) or practice and reports (Wayground).
Is Quizizz still free? Quizizz is now called Wayground, and it still has a free Starter plan for teachers.
Related guides on WebTechHelp
- Quizlet Live Join: how to join a game with a code
- Blooket game modes explained
- How to join Google Classroom with a class code
- Nearpod Join: how to join a lesson with a code
- JoinPD: how to join a Pear Deck session
- Gimkit Join: how to join a game with a code
- Study Island explained
Sources
- Kahoot!: Plans for teachers
- Nibble: Blooket pricing: what every plan costs and includes (August 2026)
- Upstate House: Gimkit mastery: the ultimate teacher’s guide (October 2026)
- Wayground: From Quizizz to Wayground
- Formswrite: Quizizz is now Wayground
