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NavEd Free Gradebook vs SimpleGradebook

Both stand on gradebook software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

NavEd Free Gradebook

Free plan Web

NavEd Free Gradebook covers core grade tracking and PDF reporting for a small class, with optional email access to saved work. Educators needing more than one class or 10 students are directed to NavEd’s full platform.

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SimpleGradebook

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

SimpleGradebook offers classroom grade tracking, reporting, and parent and student access, with Pro tools for staff and administrators. Treat it as a convenience tool rather than an official school record system.

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The facts

	NavEd Free Gradebook	SimpleGradebook
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Simplegradebook School Pro: $3, paid once
Plans published	1	4
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	nav.education	simplegradebook.ca
On gradebook software	#9 of 24	#5 of 24

NavEd Free Gradebook: what it does well

Calculates averages and letter grades as scores are entered.
Offers weighted and unweighted calculations.
Exports a PDF report with grades and averages.
Can be started without creating an account.
Mobile-friendly for phones and tablets.

What to know first

Limited to one class.
Supports up to 10 students.
Free gradebook has no free trial.

SimpleGradebook: what it does well

Exports gradebooks to Excel.
Parents and students can view grades and teacher feedback.
Pro adds attendance and parent notifications.
User data is stored only on servers in Canada.
Free plan offers basic functions.

What to know first

The service is not a replacement for official school records.
Uninterrupted access is not guaranteed.
School Pro costs $3, paid once.
Single Teacher Pro costs $40, paid once.

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