Cyclotella distinguenda has smaller valves, a lower stria density, and the central area covers 1/3 to 1/2 of the valve face.
Stephanocyclus gamma has 1-2 distinct central fultoportulae, uniseriate striae, and the central area covers 1/2 of the valve face.
Stephanocyclus meneghiniana has smaller valves, more distinct alveolae, and the central area covers 1/3 to 1/2 of the valve face.
Cyclotella agassizensis has smaller valves, a lower stria density and small, submarginal spines.