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IRIS Reach vs SchoolMessenger Communicate
Both stand on school communication software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid AndroidiPhoneWeb
IRIS Reach combines parent messaging, attendance information and administrative communication tools for secondary schools. Its free demo lets schools explore the product, while pricing requires an inquiry.
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Paid WebiPhoneAndroid
Choose SchoolMessenger Communicate when your school needs two-way exchanges plus SMS and voice messages across web and mobile devices. Its SIS integration can connect communications with student records. Look elsewhere if you need a service outside the listed web, iOS and Android platforms.
Visit SchoolMessenger CommunicateThe facts
| IRIS Reach | SchoolMessenger Communicate | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web, iPhone, Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | PowerSchool |
| Website | iris.co.uk | www1.powerschool.com |
| On school communication software | #25 of 29 | #29 of 29 |
IRIS Reach: what it does well
- Combines email, SMS and social media communications.
- Automatically translates messages into over 40 languages.
- Parents can view real-time attendance reports.
- Supports electronic forms, surveys and document sharing.
- Synchronises with systems such as SIMS and Integris.
What to know first
- Subscription pricing is available on request.
- Internet Explorer is unsupported and may not work correctly.
- MyEd recommends iOS 11.0 or later and Android 5.0 or later.
SchoolMessenger Communicate: what it does well
- Two-way messaging supports replies
- SMS notifications and voice messaging
- Web, iOS and Android access
- Coverage for families, staff and students
- Student information system integrations
What to know first
- Uses a paid pricing model
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