FrontCore
8.0#1 in course evaluation softwareFrom £42 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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IDEA Instruments
5.7#16 in course evaluation softwareWebAPI
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| Fact | FrontCore | IDEA Instruments |
|---|---|---|
| API | FrontCore says users can sync key data via API and ready-made connectors, and contact the company about custom integrations. | Evaluate provides a web service that institutions can use to query whether a student completed an evaluation for a course section and term. |
| Browser support | The terms say the latest Google Chrome, Safari and Microsoft Edge versions are officially supported. | Evaluate is designed to work in major browsers, and its documentation recommends using current browser versions. |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Visma.net, xLedger, PowerOffice Go, Fortnox, Sage, Xero, Thinkific, Moodle, FrontCore LMS, FIDL, SuccessFactors, Trainingportal, Outlook Calendar, Google Calendar, Stripe, Klarna, MobilePay, Swish, Swedbank Pay, Payer, Zapier, HubSpot and Sjøfartsdirektoratet. | Anthology Evaluate can integrate with Blackboard LMS through calendar events and evaluation reminders; setup requires matching course identifiers, and reminders require an LTI 1.3 connection. |
| Purpose | FrontCore offers cloud based SaaS tools for training providers, including training and learning management. | IDEA Instruments provide formative feedback with suggestions for improvement and summative feedback that can contribute to faculty evaluation. |
| Security | The LMS page describes trust and security measures and says the platform is GDPR-compliant. | Blackboard states its security program aligns to NIST and that several products complete annual SOC 2 Type 2 examinations; the page does not specify IDEA's individual certification status. |
| Support | Customer support is offered by phone, email and contact form on weekdays from 09:00 to 15:00 CET, with reduced holiday capacity. | Evaluate support handles technical troubleshooting and can be contacted by ticket, phone, or chat. |
FrontCore plans
- LMS StartFree
- LMS Mini£42 a month
- TMS Start£60 a month
- LMS Pro£83 a month
- LMS Premium£125 a month
- TMS Mini£200 a month
IDEA Instruments plans
No prices published.
Pick FrontCore if…
FrontCore is aimed at professional training providers, including commercial and growing providers and those delivering certification or compliance training. The TMS may suit teams managing course operations, while the LMS offers tools for course delivery and learner access on mobile devices.
Pick IDEA Instruments if…
IDEA Instruments suit higher-education institutions seeking course-feedback analytics and resources focused on student learning. They are relevant to faculty and administrators who use course evaluations to understand instruction and student progress.