Google Classroom
8.8#1 in learning management systemsFrom $3 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitGoogle Classroom vs SWAD
What both publish
| Fact | Google Classroom | SWAD |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile apps | The Classroom app is available for iOS and Android. | The UGR site links to Android SWADroid and iOS iSWAD apps. |
| 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. | For SWAD-UGR, the University of Granada is the data controller, and the stated purposes include managing academic online participation, follow-up, tutoring, and assessment. |
| Purpose | Google Classroom helps educators create engaging learning experiences they can personalize, manage, and measure. | SWAD is a free educational platform for supporting face-to-face and blended teaching, with social networking features. |
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
SWAD plans
- SWAD / OpenSWADFree
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 SWAD if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.