Anchor
7.9#2 in classroom management softwareFrom €24 a monthFree planWebAPIExtensionSelf-hosted
VisitAnchor vs Apple Classroom
Apple Classroom
6.9#8 in classroom management softwareFree planFree planiOSmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Anchor | Apple Classroom |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The teacher page names Microsoft 365, Smartschool, and GeoGebra as selectable bundles; sign-in uses existing school Microsoft accounts. | Apple documents connections with Apple School Manager, mobile-device-management services, Managed Apple Accounts, Shared iPad, Apple TV, AirPlay and AirDrop. |
| Purpose | Anchor lets a teacher run a classroom focus session where student Windows laptops enforce an allowlist of apps and websites, with off-list activity shown live on a dashboard. | Classroom helps teachers guide students through lessons, keep them focused, and share learning resources. |
Anchor plans
- AnchorFree
- Anchor softwareFree
- Azure hosting estimate€24 a month
- Azure hosting estimate with larger database€43 a month
Apple Classroom plans
- ClassroomFree
Pick Anchor if…
Anchor suits people who want activity monitoring, web filtering, and device controls for supported Windows devices. It may not suit readers who need live screen viewing or behavior tracking.
Pick Apple Classroom if…
Classroom suits teachers who lead lessons with iPads or Macs and want to direct class devices, view student screens, and share student work. It is also relevant to schools that organize classes through IT or teacher-created groups.