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ARCH vs PBIS Rewards
Both stand on behavior management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
ARCH combines incident tracking, restorative reflections, intervention tools, and behavior analytics for school settings. The four-month pilot, paid add-ons, and listed per-student annual District Premium rate are important to weigh when planning deployment.
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Choose PBIS Rewards if your school or district needs a schoolwide system to recognize positive behavior and manage student points across grade levels. Budget separately for optional features and integrations, and consider the subscription’s non-prorated refund policy when selecting its term.
Visit PBIS RewardsThe facts
| ARCH | PBIS Rewards | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | District Premium: $20 per student a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | archbehavior.cloud | pbisrewards.com |
| On behavior management software | #8 of 22 | #12 of 22 |
ARCH: what it does well
- Tracks incidents and suspension scheduling
- Supports intervention plans and teacher check-ins
- Dashboards visualize patterns by place and time
- Role-scoped access limits teacher views
- Subscriptions include email support
What to know first
- No free plan
- School Pilot lasts four months
- Several capabilities are paid add-ons
PBIS Rewards: what it does well
- Staff can recognize students by scanning ID badges or selecting names.
- Tracks points and supports redemption through stores, events, and raffles.
- Includes Check-In/Check-Out, Teacher Rewards, House Groups, and SEL/Status Check.
- Offers Android, iOS, and browser access without extra hardware.
- Supports SIS syncing through Clever Secure Sync and ClassLink OneRoster.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Pricing is provided by quote for a school or district.
- Behavior Referral System and Hall Pass Plus cost extra.
- Unused service is not prorated for refunds.
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