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Classter vs PowerSchool SIS
Both stand on k-12 software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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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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Schools seeking a system that combines academic records, parent access, fee management, and student support documentation should consider PowerSchool SIS. Schools that need a published price before evaluating a product will need to request a quote.
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| Classter | PowerSchool SIS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Classter | Not published |
| Website | classter.com | www1.powerschool.com |
| On k-12 software | #9 of 26 | #13 of 26 |
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
PowerSchool SIS: what it does well
- Tracks attendance and grades.
- Includes a parent portal and fee management.
- Supports IEPs and accommodation tracking.
- Monitors goal progress and logs services.
- Includes compliance reporting.
What to know first
- Pricing is available only on request.
- Deployment is web-based.
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