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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.9% of reviews)
Mid-Market (71.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
LanSchool
Star Rating
(116)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (58.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about LanSchoolLightspeed Filter
Star Rating
(62)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (71.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Lightspeed FilterSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that LanSchool excels in "Remote Computer Monitoring" with a score of 8.7, allowing teachers to effectively oversee student activities, while Lightspeed Filter, with a score of 8.5, offers solid monitoring but lacks some advanced features that LanSchool provides.
- Reviewers mention that Lightspeed Filter shines in "Website & Application Blocking," scoring 9.2, which is higher than LanSchool's 8.1. This feature is crucial for maintaining a focused learning environment, and users appreciate the extensive list of blocked sites.
- G2 users highlight that LanSchool's "Teacher/Student Screensharing" feature, rated at 8.8, is particularly beneficial for interactive lessons, whereas Lightspeed Filter's score of 8.3 indicates it may not be as robust in this area, leading to less effective engagement during lessons.
- Users on G2 report that Lightspeed Filter's "Instant Messaging" feature, rated at 9.5, is a standout, facilitating better communication between students and teachers, while LanSchool's score of 8.4 suggests it may not offer the same level of functionality.
- Reviewers mention that LanSchool's "Progress Reporting" feature, with a score of 7.8, could be improved, especially when compared to Lightspeed Filter's 9.1 rating, which indicates a more comprehensive approach to tracking student performance.
- Users say that while both products offer "Content Filtering," Lightspeed Filter's capabilities are more advanced, providing better "URL Filtering" and "Ad and Tracker Blocking," which are essential for a secure browsing experience in educational settings.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
LanSchool
No pricing availableLightspeed Filter
No pricing availableFree Trial
LanSchool
Free Trial is available
Lightspeed Filter
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
99
8.9
50
Ease of Use
7.9
100
8.9
50
Ease of Setup
7.4
52
8.0
50
Ease of Admin
8.1
51
8.9
50
Quality of Support
8.4
89
8.7
52
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
47
9.0
49
Product Direction (% positive)
8.0
99
8.6
49
Features by Category
Web Content and Traffic Filtering - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Protection and Loss Prevention - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Access Control and Authentication - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance and Management - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Features
8.7
82
8.4
15
8.1
77
9.1
17
8.8
75
8.3
13
7.8
40
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
8.4
71
9.0
8
8.1
36
Feature Not Available
8.0
30
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
9.0
12
Feature Not Available
7.4
7
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
LanSchool and Lightspeed Filter are categorized as Classroom Management
Unique Categories
LanSchool has no unique categories
Lightspeed Filter is categorized as Secure Web Gateways and School Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
LanSchool
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Lightspeed Filter
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Education Management
62.5%
Primary/Secondary Education
20.5%
Higher Education
7.1%
E-Learning
4.5%
Wholesale
0.9%
Other
4.5%
Primary/Secondary Education
48.3%
Education Management
46.7%
Machinery
1.7%
Information Technology and Services
1.7%
E-Learning
1.7%
Other
0.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
Do you ever see linking Lanschool to Clever?
1 Comment
JM
Matt, we launched Clever integration with LanSchool in June. Please see our press release for more information: ...Read more
The instant messaging could use a little revamping?
1 Comment
JM
Pam - Thank you for your valuable feedback! I have passed it on to our Product Managers. We would like to discuss this request with you in more detail. ...Read more
how should I install and integrate new lanschool licenses to our original lanschool system
1 Comment
JM
Hello! Please see our Knowledge Base article for instructions on how to install: ...Read more
How can we have a Windows 10 PC running the Relay Agent have access to local IP addresses. Accessing a local network Building control device or an intercom system to adjust settings.
1 Comment
Official Response from Lightspeed Filter
Hi Jonathan, thank you for your question. We need to know a bit more information before we can give you an answer. Can you please access the Help Center in...Read more
How can I filter BYOD using relay?
1 Comment
AH
Hi Jeffery, thanks for your questions. For BYOD inside your network you can filter using the Relay Rocket.Read more
Lightspeed Filter has no more discussions with answers
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