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# Edsby vs Google Classroom Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Edsby** [

4.4/5(117)

](https://www.g2.com/products/edsby/reviews#reviews)

**Google Classroom** [

4.5/5(1,570)

](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**Edsby**
 **Contact Us** Per Year · Base Subscription

**Google Classroom**
No pricing available

**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**Edsby**
2 months

Based on 13 responses

**Google Classroom**
2 months

Based on 55 responses

Return on Investment

**Edsby**
8 months6 months sooner

Based on 9 responses

**Google Classroom**
14 months

Based on 38 responses

Perceived Cost

**Edsby**
$$$$$

**Google Classroom**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**Edsby**
7%

**Google Classroom**
13%6% more

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Pros & Cons

**Edsby**
[
Ease of Use (25)
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Communication (21)
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Limited Features (10)
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Technical Issues (8)
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**Google Classroom**
[
Assignment Management (10)
](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1848642&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
User-Friendly (9)
](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1847026&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Integration Issues (5)
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Limited Customization (5)
](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1847841&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**Edsby**
[

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Aeries SIS

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EssayJack

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 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_3271741f9a901e911c9a7dace32ee2a8/feedback-studio.png "Product Avatar Image")

Feedback Studio

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Follett Aspen SIS

](https://www.g2.com/products/follett-aspen-sis/reviews)[
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**Google Classroom**
[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_7061c93bda418dc8c1c7ab5bb7897b9f/aeries-sis.png "Product Avatar Image")

Aeries SIS

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Canva

](https://www.g2.com/products/canva/reviews)[

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Clever

](https://www.g2.com/products/clever-portal-clever/reviews)[

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_76aa5e6b35997f646272b6652b8a20d3/edpuzzle.png "Product Avatar Image")

EdPuzzle

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Screenshots

**Edsby**
 ![Edsby screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/138323/A-teacher_s-desktop-in-the-Edsby-digital-learning-platform.png)

**Google Classroom**
 ![Google Classroom screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/48338/expirable-direct-uploads_2Fd3c37d8f-2a0f-47ef-a467-207c17177aa8_2FScreen_Shot_2016-05-10_at_2.19.10_PM.png)

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Edsby**

8.6

8.6108

**Google Classroom**

8.9

8.91,185

Ease of Use

**Edsby**

8.6

8.6109

**Google Classroom**

9.0

9.01,194

Ease of Setup

**Edsby**

8.2

8.261

**Google Classroom**

9.1

9.1301

Ease of Admin

**Edsby**

8.2

8.248

**Google Classroom**

8.9

8.9264

Quality of Support

**Edsby**

8.2

8.2101

**Google Classroom**

8.7

8.71,014

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Edsby**

8.7

8.746

**Google Classroom**

8.9

8.9221

Product Direction (% positive)

**Edsby**

9.1

9.1108

**Google Classroom**

9.3

9.31,144

Features

Learning Management System (LMS)[Hide 47 FeaturesShow 47 Features](javascript:void(0);)

6.9

14

7.5

341

Additional Functionality

Gamification

5.6

6

7.2(won by 1.6)

213

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Content Library

8.1(won by 0.4)

9

7.7

240

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Paths/Tracks

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tests/Assessments

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Blended Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Microlearning

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Schools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assignment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Social Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Certification Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Curriculum Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Built-in Course Authoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Asynchronous Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learner Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Academic/Education

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Language

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Enrollments/Onboarding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Parent Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

K-12

Not enough data

Not enough data

Workflow Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virtual Classroom

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Classroom Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Information/Records

Not enough data

Not enough data

Synchronous Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Gradebook

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virtual Classroom[Hide 57 FeaturesShow 57 Features](javascript:void(0);)

7.1

14

Not enough data

Content Sharing

Video Streaming

6.5(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Session Recording

5.6(won by default)

14

Not enough data

File Sharing

9.2(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Presentation Streaming

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Call Recording

Not enough data

Not enough data

Two-Way Audio & Video

Not enough data

Not enough data

Two Way Audio & Video

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration

Whiteboard

6.4(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Hand Raising

6.4(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Participation Controls

8.1(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Survey Tools

8.5(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Screen Sharing

6.2(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Interactive Whiteboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Functionality

Technical Support

6.9(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Live Chat

6.8(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Markup Tools

7.0(won by default)

14

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Support

Not enough data

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Chat

Not enough data

Not enough data

Agentic AI - Virtual Classroom

Adaptive Learning

7.3(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Assignment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self-paced Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Blended Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Synchronous Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Polls/Voting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interactive Content

Not enough data

Not enough data

Video Conferencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-time Broadcasting

Not enough data

Not enough data

Breakout Rooms

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Library

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Class Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

LMS Integration (LTI)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Conferencing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Authoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Virtual Classroom

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Classroom Messaging[Hide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features](javascript:void(0);)

7.9

21

Not enough data

Functionality

Multimedia

8.2(won by default)

20

Not enough data

Mass Messaging

8.9(won by default)

21

Not enough data

Push Notifications

8.2(won by default)

19

Not enough data

Student Messaging

9.0(won by default)

19

Not enough data

Analytics

7.5(won by default)

18

Not enough data

Integration

Message Sync

7.2(won by default)

19

Not enough data

LMS Integration

7.8(won by default)

19

Not enough data

Classroom Management

6.9(won by default)

18

Not enough data

Assessment[Hide 81 FeaturesShow 81 Features](javascript:void(0);)

7.4

41

Not enough data

Assessment delivery

Question variety

8.1(won by default)

36

Not enough data

Pre-made content

4.7(won by default)

34

Not enough data

Real-time assessment

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Customizable Questions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Weighted Questions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Skills Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Grading and reporting

Automated grading

7.3(won by default)

36

Not enough data

Analytics dashboard

7.3(won by default)

38

Not enough data

Reporting

8.4(won by default)

36

Not enough data

Gamification

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Administration

Mobile compatibility

8.2(won by default)

37

Not enough data

White-labeling

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Content Library

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Drag & Drop

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Distribution

Not enough data

Not enough data

Live Results Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Feedback Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Test/Quiz Creation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Sharing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-User Collaboration

Not enough data

Not enough data

360 Degree Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance Metrics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Certification & Licensing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Reminders

Not enough data

Not enough data

Payment Processing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Recruitment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Skill Testing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Text to Speech

Not enough data

Not enough data

Pre-Employment Testing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Skills Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Proctoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Templates

Not enough data

Not enough data

Secure Data Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Version Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Pulse Surveys

Not enough data

Not enough data

Summary Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Template Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Randomization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Question Library

Not enough data

Not enough data

Automated Proctoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Alerts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Offline Tests

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Quizzes

Not enough data

Not enough data

Candidate Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Time Limits

Not enough data

Not enough data

Question Branching

Not enough data

Not enough data

Multi-Language

Not enough data

Not enough data

Lock Down

Not enough data

Not enough data

Registration Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Fields

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Performance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Authoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Mobile Access

Not enough data

Not enough data

Online Tests

Not enough data

Not enough data

Test Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self-paced Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Digital Learning Platforms[Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features](javascript:void(0);)

7.4

13

Not enough data

Learning Content

Aligned to Standards

8.0(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Multimedia Content

7.3(won by default)

11

Not enough data

Gamification

5.3(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Pre-made Content

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Personalization

Personalized Learning Paths

6.5(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Adaptive Learning

6.3(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Assessments

8.0(won by default)

10

Not enough data

Reporting and Analytics

Analytics

8.2(won by default)

11

Not enough data

Integrations

7.9(won by default)

11

Not enough data

Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms

Cross-system Integration

6.3(won by default)

5

Not enough data

Online Learning Platform[Hide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.1

9

Not enough data

Reporting Analysis

Progress Reports

8.0(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Course Completion

7.8(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Course Management

Course Authoring

8.0(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Course Access

7.4(won by default)

9

Not enough data

Integration

Education ERP System

7.1(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Learning Management System

6.9(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Customer Assistance

Help and Support

7.7(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Platform Customization

White Labeling

7.1(won by default)

8

Not enough data

Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform

Adaptive Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Classroom Management[Hide 59 FeaturesShow 59 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.4

59

Not enough data

Platform Features

Interactive Quizzes

8.0(won by default)

47

Not enough data

Presentation Building

6.9(won by default)

27

Not enough data

Instant Messaging

8.9(won by default)

54

Not enough data

Student Assignment Distribution

8.7(won by default)

53

Not enough data

Student Assignment Collection

8.6(won by default)

51

Not enough data

Progress Reporting

9.0(won by default)

52

Not enough data

Shared Content Libraries

8.5(won by default)

50

Not enough data

Remote Computer Monitoring

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Website & Application Blocking

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Teacher/Student Screensharing

Feature Not Available

Not enough data

Chat/Messaging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Web Usage Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Blended Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Class Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Classroom

Not enough data

Not enough data

Content Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Support Audio/Images/Video

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Live Chat

Not enough data

Not enough data

Transcripts

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assignment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Gradebook

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Information/Records

Not enough data

Not enough data

Tests/Assessments

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Skills Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Authoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Discipline Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Records Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Built-in LMS

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Event Calendar

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Remote Access/Control

Not enough data

Not enough data

Report Cards

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Chat

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Labs

Not enough data

Not enough data

Enrollments/Onboarding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Show 1 feature category with incomplete data

School Management[Hide 65 FeaturesShow 65 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Faculty/Staff Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting & Statistics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Class Scheduling

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

K-12

Not enough data

Not enough data

Parent Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Classroom Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Single Sign On

Not enough data

Not enough data

Records Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Branding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Skills Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Online Payments

Not enough data

Not enough data

Communication Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Contact Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Calendar Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Financial Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Library Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Forms Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Event Calendar

Not enough data

Not enough data

Blended Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Payroll Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Information/Records

Not enough data

Not enough data

Independent/Private

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Enrollments/Onboarding

Not enough data

Not enough data

Email Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Curriculum Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Gradebook

Not enough data

Not enough data

Course Authoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Bookstore Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Import/Export

Not enough data

Not enough data

Housing Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Student Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Admissions Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Storage

Not enough data

Not enough data

Electronic Payments

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Forms

Not enough data

Not enough data

Cafeteria Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Facility Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

For Higher Education

Not enough data

Not enough data

Online Calendar

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self Service Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

Attendance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Role-Based Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assignment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

School District

Not enough data

Not enough data

Special Education

Not enough data

Not enough data

Registration Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Parent/Student Portal

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![Edsby](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566438/edsby.svg "Edsby")](https://www.g2.com/products/edsby/reviews)

Edsby

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

34.8%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

54.8%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

10.4%

[![Google Classroom](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566580/google-classroom.png "Google Classroom")](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews)

Google Classroom

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

29.4%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

49.4%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

21.2%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

34.8%

29.4%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

54.8%

49.4%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

10.4%

21.2%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Edsby](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566438/edsby.svg "Edsby")](https://www.g2.com/products/edsby/reviews)
Edsby

Primary/Secondary Education

42.5%

Education Management

39.8%

Higher Education

6.2%

Information Technology and Services

1.8%

Sports

0.9%

Other

8.8%

[![Google Classroom](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1487566580/google-classroom.png "Google Classroom")](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews)
Google Classroom

Education Management

35.1%

Primary/Secondary Education

22.0%

Higher Education

14.6%

E-Learning

7.8%

Information Technology and Services

3.1%

Other

17.4%

FAQs

## Edsby vs Google Classroom FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 15, 2026

### What is the difference between Edsby vs Google Classroom?

Google Classroom stands out for its higher Ease of Setup and Quality of Support scores, while Edsby is noted for its communication strengths and all-in-one platform approach.

| [Edsby](https://www.g2.com/products/edsby/reviews) | [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| G2 Rating: 4.4/5 (117 reviews) | G2 Rating: 4.5/5 (1565 reviews) |
| Largest Segment: Mid-Market | Largest Segment: Mid-Market |
| Ease of Setup: 8.2 | Ease of Setup: 9.1 |
| Quality of Support: 8.2 | Quality of Support: 8.7 |
| Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Communication (21 all-time mentions) | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength: Assignment Management (10 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of Edsby and Google Classroom compare?

Google Classroom is rated as the stronger value, with higher satisfaction on price and cost-related dimensions.

- **Edsby:** In recent reviews, Edsby is valued for consolidating multiple school functions into one platform, but some reviewers note concerns about additional features being placed behind paywalls.
- **Google Classroom:** Reviewers highlight Google Classroom's affordable pricing and free access as a major advantage, especially for schools and institutions already using Google Workspace.
- **Switching reasons:** Recent Edsby reviewers mention switching from Google Classroom to Edsby for its integrated communication and gradebook features, while Google Classroom is favored for its cost-effectiveness and ease of use.

### What are the best alternatives to Edsby and Google Classroom?

Canvas LMS, PowerSchool Schoology Learning, and Blackboard are the top three alternatives to Edsby and Google Classroom.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Edsby](https://www.g2.com/products/edsby/reviews) | 4.4/5 (117) | Mid-Market | Reviewers note value in all-in-one platform, but mention concerns about feature paywalls | Communication (21 all-time mentions) |
| [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) | 4.5/5 (1565) | Mid-Market | Affordable pricing and free access highlighted in reviews | Assignment Management (10 all-time mentions) |
| [Canvas LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/canvas-lms/reviews) | 4.5/5 (1839) | Mid-Market | — | Ease of Use and robust feature set |
| [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) | 4.4/5 (395) | Mid-Market | — | Comprehensive learning management features |
| [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) | 4.0/5 (1067) | Enterprise | — | Enterprise-grade scalability and integrations |

### Which Learning Management System (LMS) features should I prioritize when comparing Edsby and Google Classroom?

Buyers should prioritize Ease of Setup, Communication, Assignment Management, Reporting, and Integration capabilities when comparing Edsby and Google Classroom.

- **Ease of Setup:** Google Classroom scores 9.1, Edsby 8.2.
- **Communication:** Edsby has 21 all-time mentions, Google Classroom is cited for user-friendly communication in recent reviews.
- **Assignment Management:** Google Classroom has 10 all-time mentions, Edsby 8 all-time mentions.
- **Reporting:** Edsby has 8 all-time mentions, Google Classroom is noted for basic reporting tools in recent reviews.
- **Integrations:** Google Classroom is frequently cited for Google Workspace and Canva integrations (14 and 16 all-time mentions, respectively), while Edsby is mentioned for Paper integration (8 all-time mentions).

### What are the pros and cons of Edsby vs Google Classroom?

Edsby's headline strength is its all-in-one communication and parent engagement, while Google Classroom excels in assignment management and ease of use.

- **Edsby strengths:** Communication (21 all-time mentions), parent engagement (12), organization (9), reporting (8), and gradebook features (8).
- **Edsby trade-offs:** Limited features (10 all-time mentions), technical issues (8), and some reviewers note a learning curve and occasional bugs.
- **Google Classroom strengths:** Assignment management (10 all-time mentions), user-friendly interface (9), easy setup (7), and integration with Google Workspace (14 all-time mentions).
- **Google Classroom trade-offs:** Integration issues (5 all-time mentions), limited customization (5), notification issues (4), and basic analytics and reporting tools.

### Is Edsby or Google Classroom better for small businesses?

Google Classroom is the better fit for small businesses, as reflected by its higher Ease of Setup and value sentiment among mid-market reviewers.

- **Edsby:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers appreciate its comprehensive features but note a steeper learning curve and more complex setup for smaller organizations.
- **Google Classroom:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers consistently highlight its easy setup, intuitive interface, and cost-effectiveness, making it accessible for small teams and organizations.

### Which Learning Management System (LMS) platform has better integrations?

Google Classroom is favored for integrations, with more frequent and diverse third-party tool mentions in reviews.

- **Edsby:** Paper integration is cited in recent reviews (8 all-time mentions).
- **Google Classroom:** Canva (16 all-time mentions), Google Workspace (14), and EdPuzzle (2) are frequently mentioned as integrated tools.

### How do Edsby and Google Classroom compare on customer support?

Google Classroom and Edsby are rated in near-parity on Quality of Support, with Google Classroom holding a slight advantage at 8.7 versus Edsby's 8.2.

- **Edsby:** Reviewers highlight responsive support and helpful onboarding, but note occasional delays in ticket resolution and feature updates.
- **Google Classroom:** Reviewers describe support as reliable and quick to address issues, with many noting that problems are typically resolved within hours.

### Which is easier to implement, Edsby or Google Classroom?

Google Classroom is easier to implement, with a 0.9-point higher Ease of Setup score (9.1 vs. 8.2) and consistently positive setup experiences in reviews.

- **Edsby:** Reviewers describe the setup as manageable but sometimes challenging, especially for non-technical users or those seeking advanced customization.
- **Google Classroom:** Reviewers consistently praise its simple, intuitive setup process, often requiring minimal training and just a few steps to get started.

### Which product has better Reporting?

Edsby is stronger on Reporting, with more frequent reviewer mentions and higher sentiment for its reporting features.

- **Edsby:** Reporting is cited in 8 all-time mentions, with reviewers highlighting its gradebook, report card generation, and ability to pull marks into SIS.
- **Google Classroom:** Reviewers note basic reporting and analytics tools, but several mention a desire for deeper analytical capabilities and more customizable reporting.

Alternatives

**Edsby Alternatives**

 ![Canvas LMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cc84f1e73e41e2494758227287a0c804/canvas-lms.svg "Canvas LMS")

[
Canvas LMS
](/products/canvas-lms/reviews)

 ![PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/b49254333558b8357d83d01ff0b0f67b/powerschool-schoology-learning.svg "PowerSchool Schoology Learning")

[
PowerSchool Schoology Learning
](/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews)

 ![D2L Brightspace](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/6ee428a7ec204eb6c95b19763d6de502/d2l-brightspace.svg "D2L Brightspace")

[
D2L Brightspace
](/products/d2l-brightspace/reviews)

 ![Blackboard](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/7ec54712c53dc38d8a5b5282c575938f/blackboard.svg "Blackboard")

[
Blackboard
](/products/blackboard/reviews)

**Google Classroom Alternatives**

 ![Canvas LMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/cc84f1e73e41e2494758227287a0c804/canvas-lms.svg "Canvas LMS")

[
Canvas LMS
](/products/canvas-lms/reviews)

 ![Blackboard](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/7ec54712c53dc38d8a5b5282c575938f/blackboard.svg "Blackboard")

[
Blackboard
](/products/blackboard/reviews)

 ![TalentLMS](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/20f94a5ae8f9718cad72c430606fff69/talentlms.svg "TalentLMS")

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TalentLMS
](/products/talentlms/reviews)

 ![D2L Brightspace](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/6ee428a7ec204eb6c95b19763d6de502/d2l-brightspace.svg "D2L Brightspace")

[
D2L Brightspace
](/products/d2l-brightspace/reviews)