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Nearpod vs ClassDojo

Nearpod logo

Nearpod

Learning Management

Interactive lessons that engage every student

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
ClassDojo logo

ClassDojo

Learning Management

Build amazing classroom communities

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Nearpod free plan limited to 40 student joins per lesson, restricting larger classroom 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
  • They diverge on capability: Nearpod covers Interactive slides, ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Nearpod and ClassDojo actually diverge.

Attributes where Nearpod and ClassDojo differ
AttributeNearpodClassDojo
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, ChromebookWeb, IOS, Android
Founded20122011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Nearpod

  • Interactive slides
  • Virtual reality
  • Gamification
  • Polls
  • Open-ended questions
  • Draw It
  • Collaborate board
  • Reports

Only in ClassDojo

  • Behavior tracking
  • Parent messaging
  • Class story
  • Student portfolios
  • Dojo points
  • Translation
  • School story
  • Mobile app

Both cover

  • Google Classroom
  • Clever
  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Nearpod

  • Interactive lessonsnot ClassDojo
  • Formative assessmentnot ClassDojo
  • Student engagementnot ClassDojo
  • Virtual learningnot ClassDojo

ClassDojo

  • Classroom behaviour points and feedback shared with parentsnot Nearpod
  • Teacher to parent messaging and class story updatesnot Nearpod
  • Home reading and progress tracking for primary school pupilsnot Nearpod

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Nearpod

  • Free plan limited to 40 student joins per lesson, restricting larger classroom use
  • Paid plans require annual commitment with limited monthly flexibility
  • Advanced collaboration features restricted to district/school level plans
  • VR features depend on student device compatibility

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Nearpod

Free
  • SilverFree
    • 300 MB storage
    • 40 student joins per lesson
    • 22,000+ library resources
  • Gold$159/year
    • 1 GB storage
    • 75 student joins per lesson
    • AI Question Generator
  • Platinum$397/year
    • 5 GB storage
    • 90 student joins per lesson
    • Student notes capability

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Nearpod if

  • You need interactive slides.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Chromebook.
  • You also want virtual reality.
Nearpod review

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

Questions people ask

Is Nearpod or ClassDojo better?
Neither clearly leads. Nearpod starts at Free and ClassDojo at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Nearpod or ClassDojo?
Nearpod starts at Free and ClassDojo at Free.
Does Nearpod or ClassDojo run on more platforms?
Nearpod runs on Web, iOS, Android, Chromebook. ClassDojo runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Nearpod for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Nearpod best used for?
Nearpod is most often used for interactive lessons, formative assessment, student engagement, virtual learning. Of those, interactive lessons and formative assessment are not what ClassDojo is typically brought in for.
What can Nearpod do that ClassDojo cannot?
Nearpod covers Interactive slides, Virtual reality, Gamification, Polls. ClassDojo covers Behavior tracking, Parent messaging, Class story, Student portfolios. Both handle Google Classroom, Clever, Web support, IOS support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Nearpod: What is included in Nearpod's free plan?

The free Silver plan includes 300 MB storage, 40 student joins per lesson, and access to core features with 22,000+ library resources.

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Nearpod: Can I import existing presentations into Nearpod?

Yes, you can upload PowerPoints, Google Slides, and PDFs to make them interactive with Nearpod's tools.

Source
Nearpod: Does Nearpod integrate with learning management systems?

Yes, Nearpod integrates with Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology, Blackboard, and other LMS platforms with single sign-on and rostering support.

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