Learning Management · head to head
ClassDojo vs Google Classroom
Google Classroom
Learning Management
Free, easy-to-use learning management for schools
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: ClassDojo the AI homework helper, the 2,000 plus digital book library, detailed progress reports, memory albums and calendar sync are all restricted to the paid ClassDojo Plus subscription; Google Classroom no SCORM or xAPI support for tracking learning analytics
- They diverge on capability: ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking, Google Classroom covers Class management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which ClassDojo and Google Classroom actually diverge.
| Attribute | ClassDojo | Google Classroom |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | Unknown |
| Founded | 2011 | 1998 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, IOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Learning Management).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in ClassDojo
- Behavior tracking
- Parent messaging
- Class story
- Student portfolios
- Dojo points
- Translation
- School story
- Clever
Only in Google Classroom
- Class management
- Assignments
- Gradebook
- Google Meet
- Google Drive integration
- Originality reports
- Parent summaries
- Google Workspace
Both cover
- Mobile app
- Web support
- IOS support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
ClassDojo
- Classroom behaviour points and feedback shared with parentsnot Google Classroom
- Teacher to parent messaging and class story updatesnot Google Classroom
- Home reading and progress tracking for primary school pupilsnot Google Classroom
Google Classroom
- Class managementnot ClassDojo
- Assignment distributionnot ClassDojo
- Gradingnot ClassDojo
- Communicationnot ClassDojo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
ClassDojo
- The AI homework helper, the 2,000 plus digital book library, detailed progress reports, memory albums and calendar sync are all restricted to the paid ClassDojo Plus subscription
- ClassDojo Plus is sold to families rather than to schools, so parents pay for the premium tier
- The Plus page publishes no monthly or yearly price, only a 7 day free trial
- No pricing is published for the school leader or district offerings
Google Classroom
- No SCORM or xAPI support for tracking learning analytics
- Limited quiz types, relying on Google Forms instead of native assessment tools
- No rubric-based grading workflow for detailed feedback
- Minimal built-in analytics and no discussion forums for asynchronous engagement
- Tightly dependent on Google Workspace ecosystem with limited third-party integrations
Pricing, plan by plan
ClassDojo
Free- FreeFree
- Behavior points
- Messaging
- Class story
- Plus$7.99/month
- All free features
- Beyond School
- Dojo Islands
- School$undefined/month
- School story
- Admin tools
- Analytics
Google Classroom
Free- Education FundamentalsFree
- Classroom, Docs, Gmail, Meet, Forms, Chat
- 100 TB pooled storage
- Google Workspace for Education Plus$5/month
- Advanced features
- Dedicated support
Which should you pick?
Choose ClassDojo if
- You need behavior tracking.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want parent messaging.
Choose Google Classroom if
- You need class management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want assignments.
Questions people ask
- Is ClassDojo or Google Classroom better?
- Neither clearly leads. ClassDojo starts at Free and Google Classroom at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, ClassDojo or Google Classroom?
- ClassDojo starts at Free and Google Classroom at Free.
- Does ClassDojo or Google Classroom run on more platforms?
- ClassDojo runs on Web, IOS, Android. Google Classroom runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use ClassDojo for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is ClassDojo best used for?
- ClassDojo is most often used for classroom behaviour points and feedback shared with parents, teacher to parent messaging and class story updates, home reading and progress tracking for primary school pupils. Of those, classroom behaviour points and feedback shared with parents and teacher to parent messaging and class story updates are not what Google Classroom is typically brought in for.
- What can ClassDojo do that Google Classroom cannot?
- ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking, Parent messaging, Class story, Student portfolios. Google Classroom covers Class management, Assignments, Gradebook, Google Meet. Both handle Mobile app, Web support, IOS support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Google Classroom: How much does Google Classroom cost?
Google Classroom is free with Google Workspace for Education. Advanced AI features via Gemini Pro add-on cost $24 per user per month, and Google Workspace for Education Plus costs $5-$8 per user per month.
SourceGoogle Classroom: What are the limitations of Google Classroom compared to full LMS platforms?
Google Classroom lacks SCORM or xAPI support, has limited quiz types relying on Google Forms, no rubric-based grading workflow, minimal built-in analytics, and no discussion forums for asynchronous student interaction.
SourceGoogle Classroom: Can Google Classroom be customized for advanced course structures?
Google Classroom is not ideal for modular or branching content and offers limited customization compared to full LMS platforms like Moodle or Canvas.
SourceGoogle Classroom: Does Google Classroom integrate with Microsoft 365 or other SIS platforms?
Google Classroom is tightly integrated with Google Workspace and depends on Google Meet. Integration with other systems like Microsoft 365 or specific SIS platforms is limited.
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