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Best Google Workspace Academic Software in 2026

This category covers academic software compared through Google Classroom integration, Workspace editions, roster sync, assessment tools, supported platforms, and student limits.

  1. 1

    CK-12 FlexBook 2.0

    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

    FlexBook 2.0 brings editable textbooks, interactive lessons, adaptive practice, and teacher assignment tools together at no cost.

    7.7 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    Edpuzzle

    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+1

    Edpuzzle brings video lessons, questions, assignments, and progress tracking together for educators. Its free plan has assignment limits, while Pro Teacher costs $13.75 a month.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    BookWidgets

    Free plan iPhoneWeb

    BookWidgets combines activity creation, assessment, feedback, and LMS workflows in one teacher-focused tool. Check the subscription limitation and student-work retention period against your needs.

    7.4 30-day trial Visit site
  4. 4

    Nearpod

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

    Nearpod brings lesson building, interactive activities, delivery options, and session feedback together for educators.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $159/yr Visit site
  5. 5

    Screencastify

    by Screencastify
    Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+2

    Screencastify combines browser-based recording with sharing and team features. Free, Starter, and Pro set different recording lengths and quality limits.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual) Visit site
  6. 6

    Genially

    by Genially
    Free plan Web

    Genially combines interactive content creation with collaboration, analytics, and LMS publishing options.

    6.9 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Wayground (formerly Quizizz)

    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Wayground brings activity creation, assessment, and flexible teaching modes into one learning platform.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $18/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Pear Deck

    Free plan ExtensionWeb

    Pear Deck combines interactive lesson tools with ready-to-teach content and a free Teacher plan.

    6.7 Free plan · paid from $149/yr Visit site
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    WeVideo

    by WeVideo
    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    WeVideo combines browser and mobile editing with cloud autosave, multiple export formats, and plan-dependent resolution up to 4K.

    6.6 Free plan · paid from $4.99/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
  10. 10

    Clever

    Free plan WebWindows
    6.4 Free plan Visit site
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    Equatio

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    6.4 Free plan · paid from $2.15/user/yr · 30-day trial Visit site
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    Kurzweil 3000

    Free trial ExtensionMacWeb+1

    Kurzweil 3000 combines accessibility-focused reading and writing tools with classroom, cloud, and network options.

    6.0 Pricing on request · 30-day trial Visit site
  13. 13

    Goobric

    Free plan Web
    5.8 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    Kami

    Free plan Web
    5.6 Free plan · paid from $12/user/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  15. 15

    IMTLazarus

    Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    4.6 From $5.50/yr Visit site
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    Edia

    Paid Web
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Hāpara Student Dashboard

    Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
    4.5 Pricing on request Visit site
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    GAT Labs

    Paid Web
    4.3 Pricing on request Visit site

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Check whether a free plan or trial fits your needs, what paid pricing starts at, and which platforms you use. If code access matters, review the product licence before choosing.

Questions

Are free plans available?

Yes. Products in this category include free-plan options.

Do products offer free trials?

Yes. Trial periods listed for products in this category include 30-day trials.

Which platforms are supported?

Supported platforms include web, iOS, Android, browser extensions, Windows, and macOS.

What Google features should I compare?

Compare Google Classroom integration, Workspace editions, roster sync, and assessment tools.

How should I check class capacity?

Review the student limit shown for the product and compare it with your class size.

What if I need to read or change the code?

Check the product's open-source or other licence before choosing. A free plan does not guarantee code access.

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