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Classter vs openSIS
Both stand on higher education software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1
Classter covers academic, administrative, billing, communication, and learning workflows in one cloud platform. Institutions should request a customized plan and confirm whether the separately enabled mobile app fits their needs.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
openSIS combines student information management with a wide set of school operations and integrations. Compare the free self-managed edition with SaaS tiers, especially if the Core Startup account caps do not fit your school.
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| Classter | openSIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Core Startup: $5 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Maker | Classter | Not published |
| Website | classter.com | opensis.com |
| On higher education software | #5 of 19 | #1 of 19 |
Classter: what it does well
- Combines SIS and LMS functions
- Connects with 40+ listed tools
- Open API available
- Android and iOS apps
- Covers admissions, attendance, and fees
What to know first
- No free plan
- Pricing requires a personalized request
- Mobile app requires institutional purchase
openSIS: what it does well
- Covers attendance, grading, admissions, and billing
- Integrates with learning and business platforms
- Free downloadable Community Edition
- 15-day trial is available
What to know first
- Core Startup is capped at 5 staff users
- Core Startup is limited to 50 students and 100 parents
- Paid plans are priced per staff member
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