Software · head to head
Edmodo vs Google Classroom
Google Classroom
Software
Free, easy-to-use learning management for schools
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Edmodo covers Quizzes, Google Classroom covers Gradebook.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Edmodo and Google Classroom actually diverge.
| Attribute | Edmodo | Google Classroom |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | free | Unknown |
| Founded | 2008 | 1998 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, IOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Edmodo
- Quizzes
- Messaging
- Library
- Progress tracking
- Parent accounts
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft 365
- Third-party apps
Only in Google Classroom
- Gradebook
- Google Meet
- Google Drive integration
- Originality reports
- Parent summaries
- Google Workspace
- Google Meet
- Google Drive
Both cover
- Class management
- Assignments
- Mobile app
- Web support
- IOS support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Edmodo
- Classroom communicationnot Google Classroom
- Assignment managementnot Google Classroom
- Resource sharingnot Google Classroom
- Parent engagementnot Google Classroom
Google Classroom
- Class managementnot Edmodo
- Assignment distributionnot Edmodo
- Gradingnot Edmodo
- Communicationnot Edmodo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Edmodo
Nothing recorded yet. See the Edmodo review.
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
Edmodo
Free- FreeFree
- Classes
- Assignments
- Messaging
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 Edmodo if
- You need quizzes.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want messaging.
Choose Google Classroom if
- You need gradebook.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want google meet.
Questions people ask
- Is Edmodo or Google Classroom better?
- Neither clearly leads. Edmodo 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, Edmodo or Google Classroom?
- Edmodo starts at Free and Google Classroom at Free.
- Does Edmodo or Google Classroom run on more platforms?
- Edmodo runs on Web, IOS, Android. Google Classroom runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Edmodo for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Edmodo best used for?
- Edmodo is most often used for classroom communication, assignment management, resource sharing, parent engagement. Of those, classroom communication and assignment management are not what Google Classroom is typically brought in for.
- What can Edmodo do that Google Classroom cannot?
- Edmodo covers Quizzes, Messaging, Library, Progress tracking. Google Classroom covers Gradebook, Google Meet, Google Drive integration, Originality reports. Both handle Class management, Assignments, Mobile app, Web 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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