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ClassDojo vs iCIMS

ClassDojo logo

ClassDojo

Learning Management

Build amazing classroom communities

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
iCIMS logo

iCIMS

Recruitment & ATS

Talent cloud for transformative hiring

From
$14500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only ClassDojo has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • 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; iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution
  • They diverge on capability: ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking, iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ClassDojo and iCIMS actually diverge.

Attributes where ClassDojo and iCIMS differ
AttributeClassDojoiCIMS
Starting priceFree$14500/year
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
CategoryLearning ManagementRecruitment & ATS
Founded20111999

Identical on both: platforms (Web, IOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated).

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
  • Mobile app

Only in iCIMS

  • Applicant Tracking
  • CRM
  • Career Sites
  • Text Recruiting
  • Video Interviewing
  • AI Matching
  • Analytics
  • LinkedIn

Both cover

  • Web 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 iCIMS
  • Teacher to parent messaging and class story updatesnot iCIMS
  • Home reading and progress tracking for primary school pupilsnot iCIMS

iCIMS

  • Enterprise applicant tracking with configurable hiring workflowsnot ClassDojo
  • High volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcarenot ClassDojo
  • Candidate relationship management and automated campaignsnot ClassDojo
  • Career site and employer branding managementnot ClassDojo
  • Employee onboarding after offer acceptancenot 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

iCIMS

  • Difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution
  • Complex and dated user interface compared to modern cloud recruiting tools
  • CRM, ATS, and Text engagement systems do not sync well and require separate logins
  • Custom reporting is difficult to create without IT expertise

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

iCIMS

$14500/year

No published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.

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.
ClassDojo review

Choose iCIMS if

  • You need applicant tracking.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want crm.
iCIMS review

Questions people ask

Is ClassDojo or iCIMS better?
Neither clearly leads. ClassDojo starts at Free and iCIMS at $14500/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ClassDojo or iCIMS?
ClassDojo has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for ClassDojo and $14500/year for iCIMS.
Does ClassDojo or iCIMS run on more platforms?
ClassDojo runs on Web, IOS, Android. iCIMS runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use ClassDojo for free?
Yes. ClassDojo has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. iCIMS starts at $14500/year.
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 iCIMS is typically brought in for.
What can ClassDojo do that iCIMS cannot?
ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking, Parent messaging, Class story, Student portfolios. iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting. Both handle Web support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

iCIMS: How much does iCIMS cost?

iCIMS pricing varies from $14,500 to $635,000 annually depending on organization size and modules. Mid-market companies typically pay $15,000-$35,000 annually, with larger enterprises exceeding $100,000 plus implementation fees.

Source
iCIMS: What companies use iCIMS?

iCIMS serves more than 4,400 companies across 200 countries, including a quarter of Fortune 500 companies, particularly in retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and finance sectors.

Source
iCIMS: Does iCIMS integrate with other HR systems?

Yes, iCIMS connects with more than 800 partner technologies including job boards, background check services, HR systems, and social platforms.

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iCIMS: How long does iCIMS implementation take?

iCIMS implementation is typically lengthy and complex, with setup time varying based on workflow complexity, integrations, and organizational requirements. The process requires professional services and can involve extended ramp-up periods for configuration and training.

Source
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