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VisitSafe Exam Browser vs TAO
What both publish
| Fact | Safe Exam Browser | TAO |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2009 | 2013 |
| Purpose | Safe Exam Browser is a browser environment for e-assessments that temporarily turns a computer into a secure workstation and restricts access to unauthorized system functions, websites and applications. | TAO is an online assessment platform for creating, delivering and managing digital assessments. |
| Support | SEB support is generally for exam system administrators, while students are directed to their school or exam-system provider for help. | Community Edition support is through the TAO Community Forum and User Guide; paid plans offer additional support options. |
Safe Exam Browser plans
- Safe Exam BrowserFree
TAO plans
- TAO Community EditionFree
- TAO StarterFree
- TAO Author$149 a month
- TAO Ignite$990 a month
- TAO ElevatePriced on request
- TAO EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Safe Exam Browser if…
SEB suits schools and exam administrators seeking to restrict access during web-based assessments on student-owned or institution-managed devices. Students should contact their school or exam-system provider for support.
Pick TAO if…
TAO suits solo authors, educators, and organizations that need to create and deliver digital assessments. Starter is intended for solo authors, small-scale classroom assessment, or piloting, rather than large team-based programs.