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easyProctor vs SMOWL
Both stand on exam proctoring software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid Web
easyProctor combines several exam-monitoring modes with anomaly flags, candidate communication, and LMS integrations. Buyers should account for its web-only platform and request pricing from Excelsoft.
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Choose SMOWL if your organization needs exam monitoring, identity checks, LMS integration or live proctoring across online and in-person assessments. The main reason to look elsewhere is if you need a free plan or pricing published in advance; SMOWL’s prices are available on request.
Visit SMOWLThe facts
| easyProctor | SMOWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | SMOWL Class 5000: $7,500 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 9 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | excelsoftcorp.com | smowl.net |
| On exam proctoring software | #13 of 21 | #9 of 21 |
easyProctor: what it does well
- Offers live, automated, and record-and-review modes
- Flags more than 25 anomaly types
- Supervisor mode monitors groups of 30 or more
- Integrates with several LMS and assessment systems
- Includes candidate chat and audio communication
What to know first
- Pricing is available on request
- Does not support mobile platforms
- Streaming may stop below required bandwidth
SMOWL: what it does well
- Monitors exam applications, browsing and connected devices.
- Browser Lock can prevent leaving the test screen.
- Post-exam reports include visual evidence and descriptions.
- Integrates with Moodle, Canvas and other LMS platforms.
- Maker advertises 24/7 technical support.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- Pricing is available on request.
- Computer monitoring in CLASS, PLUS and PRO requires a desktop application.
- Free trial is limited to 25 licenses for 21 days.
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