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Best Lockdown Browser Software in 2026

Lockdown browser software is used in assessment settings where device activity may be restricted. The ranked entries begin with Eklavvya, ThinkExam, and Safe Exam Browser. Compared on whether they block app switching, copying and printing, or screen capture, the options also specify LMS integration and offline assessment mode. Supported platforms can help you check fit with the devices in your assessment environment. Free-plan availability and paid-from pricing provide further details to compare. Review the listed controls and integrations against the requirements of your exams and learning systems.

22 apps
Research read 23 Sept 2026
How the order is worked out

1

TAO

Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

TAO offers a broad assessment workflow, with authoring, scoring, reporting, and multiple delivery options.

8.6 Free plan · paid from €499/mo (annual) Visit site
2

Eklavvya

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

Eklavvya combines varied exam formats with proctoring, analytics, and integration options for remote assessment programs. Consider its managed-only hosting and free-plan limits when evaluating fit.

7.6 Free plan Visit site
3

Safe Exam Browser

Free plan iPhoneMacSelf-hosted+1

SEB provides exam restrictions locally, with controls tailored to Windows and iOS as well as compatibility with listed learning platforms.

7.1 Free plan Visit site
4

Fully Exam Kiosk

Free plan Android

Fully Exam Kiosk is a focused option for restricting Android devices to an exam site. Teachers should account for its permission requirements and keep other exam-site URLs secret.

7.0 Visit site
5

ThinkExam

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

ThinkExam combines exam creation, proctoring, reporting, and learning integrations across web and mobile.

6.8 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
6

Aiseptor Secure Browser

Free trial APIMacWeb+1

Aiseptor Secure Browser combines exam lockdown with operating-system and network controls, and includes a limited free session plan.

6.6 Pricing on request Visit site
7

OpenLock

Free plan Linux

OpenLock may interest Linux users who want to examine or contribute to an open-source lockdown browser project.

6.6 Free plan Visit site
8

Digiexam

Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2

Schools seeking exam creation, classroom delivery, grading, lockdown, and proctoring in one platform should consider Digiexam.

6.5 Pricing on request Visit site
9

Talview

Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Talview combines exam proctoring and structured interviewing with integrations and mobile access.

6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
10

ExamOnline

Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2

ExamOnline covers exam delivery, evaluation, reporting, and remote supervision, with a range of response formats and assessment workflows.

5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
11

ExamSoft

Paid iPhoneMacWeb+1

ExamSoft brings exam authoring, delivery, grading, and reporting into one assessment platform. Check device compatibility and the terms of the requested product configuration before choosing it.

5.9 Pricing on request Visit site
12

Mercer | Mettl

Paid APILinuxMac+2

Choose Mercer | Mettl if your organization needs configurable assessments across talent decisions, plus remote proctoring and reporting.

5.8 Pricing on request Visit site
13

5Profiler Secure Exam Browser

Paid Web

5Profiler combines candidate assessment tools with configurable exam security and optional monitoring. Buyers should note that pricing is quoted and the secure-browser operating systems are not named.

5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
14

XoLock

Free trial MacWebWindows

XoLock combines extensive session restrictions with preflight checks, monitoring, and recovery after a machine crash.

5.7 From $900 · 14-day trial Visit site
15

Questionmark

Paid AndroidAPIExtension+5

Questionmark combines varied assessment formats with several scoring options and analytics. Buyers should request pricing to evaluate the paid product.

5.6 Pricing on request Visit site
16

TestInvite

Free trial APIWeb

TestInvite combines assessment authoring, exam controls, AI capabilities, and detailed reporting for organizations running consequential tests.

5.6 Free plan · paid from $900/yr Visit site
17

PSI Secure Browser

Paid ExtensionLinuxMac+1

PSI Secure Browser combines exam lockdown controls with identity checks and proctoring options. Candidates need a supported computer, installation access, and—when proctored—a webcam and microphone.

5.3 Pricing on request Visit site
18

Surpass SecureClient

Paid iPhoneMacWindows

SecureClient is designed to restrict computer access during exams and handle offline delivery. Windows 11 users need to change specified text settings before launch; pricing is available on request.

5.3 Pricing on request Visit site
19

Inspera Integrity Browser

Paid MacWindows

Integrity Browser provides exam controls for Inspera Assessment, with options for selected resources and proctoring.

5.2 Pricing on request Visit site
20

Prometric Secure Proprietary Browser

Paid MacWebWindows

Prometric combines exam lockdown controls with several remote proctoring options. Check the supported device and operating-system requirements before choosing a delivery mode.

5.2 Pricing on request Visit site
21

eSehat Secure Exam Browser

Paid

Choose SEB if you need controlled online exam sessions with AI proctoring, live review, and recorded evidence.

5.0 Pricing on request Visit site
22

Respondus LockDown Browser

Paid iPhoneMacWindows

Choose Respondus LockDown Browser if your institution needs device-action restrictions for online assessments and LTI-based LMS integration.

4.8 60-day trial Visit site

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