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# Compare ParentLocker vs Google Classroom

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> Detailed comparison between ParentLocker and Google Classroom. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | ParentLocker | Google Classroom |
| **Overall rating** | 4.9/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 110 | 2905 |
| **Starting Price** | US$3 000,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### ParentLocker

ParentLocker's K-12 school administration software helps schools/districts manage student data, admissions, registration, financials, student learning, school-home communications, scheduling and more.

### Google Classroom

K-12 schools, educators, and students.

## Key features

### ParentLocker

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Assignment Management
- Class Scheduling
- Classroom Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Content Management
- Corporate/Business
- Course Tracking
- Gradebook
- K-12
- Learning Paths/Tracks
- Progress Reports
- Reporting/Analytics
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management
- Tests/Assessments
- Video Conferencing
- Virtual Classroom

### Google Classroom

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Assignment Management
- Class Scheduling
- Classroom Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Communication Management
- Content Management
- Corporate/Business
- Course Tracking
- Gradebook
- K-12
- Learning Paths/Tracks
- Progress Reports
- Reporting/Analytics
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management
- Tests/Assessments
- Video Conferencing
- Virtual Classroom

## Links

- [View ParentLocker Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/150576/parentlocker)
- [View Google Classroom Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/186631/google-classroom)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/150576/186631/parentlocker/vs/google-classroom)

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