Koala Go
7.0#11 in virtual classroom softwareFrom $21.99 a monthFree planiOSWebAPI
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Lessonspace
8.0#3 in virtual classroom softwareFrom $9 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Koala Go | Lessonspace |
|---|---|---|
| API | Koala for Business offers an API to manage teachers and lessons and retrieve attendance, usage and recordings programmatically. | The REST API uses JSON endpoints under api.thelessonspace.com/v2 and organization API-key authentication. |
| Integrations | The maker names Wordwall, Raz-Kids and Genially as websites tutors can use with Koala; it does not describe them as formal integrations. | The integration directory lists TutorBird, Teachworks, Wise, Yo!Coach, TutorCruncher, Moodle, WPLMS, Amelia, Appointlet, 10to8 and others. |
| Product | Koala Go is a browser-based virtual classroom for online tutoring, with live video, a whiteboard and shared co-browser. | Lessonspace is browser-based virtual-classroom infrastructure combining video, collaborative whiteboards and online-tutoring tools. |
| Security and privacy | The privacy policy says class audio and video may be recorded and stored for a limited time for program development, teacher training and product enhancement. | The DPA describes GDPR standard contractual clauses, encryption, pseudonymisation, resilience, restoration and regular security testing. |
| Support | Koala Pro includes 24/7 live support by a real person. | Lessonspace directs users to its Help Centre for setup and troubleshooting guides and says its support team can help with technical issues. |
Koala Go plans
- Koala FreeFree
- Koala BusinessPriced on request
- Koala Pro$21.99 a month
- Koala Platinum$39.99 a month
Lessonspace plans
- High-usage pricingFree
- Basic$9 a month
- Starter$29 a month
- Pro$99 a month
- Advanced$199 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Koala Go if…
Koala Go suits independent online tutors, particularly those teaching English to children and other young learners. It may also fit tutors who want to use shared websites and classroom activities during lessons.
Pick Lessonspace if…
Lessonspace suits individual tutors, tutor groups, and agencies looking for an online teaching space with shared classroom tools. It also serves teams that need integrations or an API for embedding the classroom.