Absorb LMS
7.4#24 in learning management systemsAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Google Classroom
8.8#1 in learning management systemsFrom $3 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Absorb LMS | Google Classroom |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Assessments | Yes | Yes |
| Compliance | The maker says Absorb LMS is WCAG 2.1 compliant and completed a SOC 2 Type 2 examination; it also describes PCI compliance for course payments. | Google says Education Fundamentals supports FERPA, COPPA and GDPR compliance practices and provides 100 TB of pooled storage. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include ADP, Workday, Salesforce, BambooHR, Zoom, and content providers, with RESTful APIs and webhooks for custom connections. | Classroom supports EdTech add-ons and SIS connections including Clever, PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Skyward SMS, Skyward Qmlativ, and Follett Aspen. |
| Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Absorb LMS is a learning management system for administering and delivering organizational training. | Google Classroom helps educators create engaging learning experiences they can personalize, manage, and measure. |
Absorb LMS plans
- Absorb LMSPriced on request
Google Classroom plans
- Education FundamentalsFree
- Google Workspace for Education FundamentalsFree
- Education Standard$3 a year
- Teaching and Learning$4 a month
- Education Plus$5 a year
- Google Workspace for Education Plus$6 a year
Pick Absorb LMS if…
Absorb LMS suits organizations delivering training to employees, customers, or partners. Learners can use the mobile app for training, while course creation and management require access outside that app.
Pick Google Classroom if…
It suits educators who need to organize classes, coursework, grading, and student feedback, as well as institutions that want integrations or API customization. Education leaders and IT administrators may also find its administrative controls relevant.