Google Classroom
8.8#1 in learning management systemsFrom $3 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitGoogle Classroom vs Moodle Workplace
Moodle Workplace
7.6#16 in learning management systemsAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Google Classroom | Moodle Workplace |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Assessments | Yes | Yes |
| Availability | Classroom is offered on the web and through Android, Chrome and iOS apps; personal-account eligibility generally starts above age 13, subject to country rules. | Moodle Workplace is licensed software available through Moodle Premium Certified Partners and Service Providers, and pricing depends on hosting and services. |
| Developer documentation | Official documentation includes API references, authentication scopes, add-on requirements, walkthroughs, review procedures and implementation guides. | Developer resources document creating services, adding plugin web-service functions, client implementation, file handling and API functions. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Classroom supports EdTech add-ons and SIS connections including Clever, PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Skyward SMS, Skyward Qmlativ, and Follett Aspen. | Official pages list BigBlueButton, Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams, CRM and ecommerce systems, LinkedIn Learning, Google Drive, Dropbox, Nextcloud and OneDrive as integration examples. |
| Mobile app | Yes | The official Workplace app provides a learner dashboard, offline course browsing, notifications, file uploads and grade viewing. |
| Privacy | Google states that Workspace for Education core services including Classroom have no advertising and that personal information is not used or sold to third parties for ad targeting. | Built-in tools support privacy and site policies, age-of-consent checks, and data requests; Moodle says sites can be configured to meet local privacy and GDPR obligations. |
| Purpose | Google Classroom helps educators create engaging learning experiences they can personalize, manage, and measure. | Moodle Workplace is an enterprise learning management platform for employee onboarding, training, and performance development. |
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
Moodle Workplace plans
- Moodle WorkplacePriced on request
- Moodle Workplace licensed softwarePriced on request
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.
Pick Moodle Workplace if…
Moodle Workplace suits organisations managing employee learning across departments, divisions, or franchises. It may also fit teams needing tailored learning paths, compliance recertification, and custom reporting.