iSpring QuizMaker vs QuizFaber

iSpring QuizMaker creates quizzes, tests and surveys for employee training and assessment. Authors can choose from 14 question types, including multiple choice, matching, drag-and-drop, hotspot and essay, then apply built-in themes or custom colors, add media and animations, and preview content on different devices. Assessment settings include custom points and penalties, time and attempt limits, random questions and branching scenarios. Results can be delivered automatically by email, server or learning management system; reporting includes individual progress reports, result review and LMS reporting. Finished content can be published as HTML5, sent to iSpring Learn, prepared for an LMS or exported to Word for printing. Supported standards include SCORM, xAPI, AICC and cmi5. Accessibility mode supports learners with visual impairments. The authoring application runs on Windows 10 or 11, 32-bit or 64-bit. Published HTML5 content can be viewed on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android with supported browsers or operating systems. Pricing is $470 a year per user, and the full-featured trial lasts 14 days.

QuizFaber creates multimedia quizzes as HTML pages without requiring HTML or JavaScript knowledge. Built-in question formats include multiple choice, multiple answers, true or false, open answer, gap filling, and matching words; users can also create custom types such as jigsaws, crosswords, numerical answers, and hot spots. Quiz pages support customizable backgrounds, colors, sounds, fonts, and CSS, with responsive layouts for smartphones and tablets. Scoring can use numeric grades, weighted scoring, positive or negative points, textual evaluation, or no evaluation. Results may be stored locally, on a remote server, or in Google Drive. The maker describes Node.js-based storage with SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL databases. Moodle XML import and export are supported, with compatibility depending on question type. Analytics include answer correctness, final marks, corrections, filters, and Excel, HTML, log, or database exports. Quizzes can be published online, on an intranet, on a local PC, or as browser pages. QuizFaber is free; commercial use requires prior author authorization.