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Observation Copilot vs Zyqual
Both stand on teacher evaluation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Choose Observation Copilot if you want free, rubric-aligned feedback drafts for walkthroughs and formal observations. Districts seeking analytics, custom onboarding, or dedicated support should consider a district partnership, whose pricing depends on building count.
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Visit Zyqual The facts
| Observation Copilot | Zyqual | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | observationcopilot.com | zyqual.com |
| On teacher evaluation software | #5 of 27 | #9 of 27 |
Observation Copilot: what it does well
- Free Individuals plan includes unlimited teachers and observations.
- Supports Danielson FFT, T-TESS, Marzano, and custom rubrics.
- Audio transcription and lesson-plan comparison support observation review.
- Feedback tone and length can be adjusted.
- District dashboards hide data sets with fewer than 10 observations.
What to know first
- District plan pricing is based on the number of buildings.
- District dashboards and dedicated support are part of district partnerships.
Zyqual: what it does well
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