Comparison

SCAD vs SCADextra

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SCAD

This app provides access to university information, including academic programs, campus details, and events. Students can log in to access personalized schedules, grades, course registration, and campus resources.

Highlights
  • Academic program information
  • Campus locations and events
  • Virtual tours
  • Personalized class schedule
  • Course registration
  • Interactive campus maps
  • Blackboard access
Features
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Tap into the SCAD experience and start exploring The University for Creative Careers. Log in with your MySCAD account to access even more exclusive tools and features. Discover the latest information about the university’s academic programs, campus locations, events, exhibitions, virtual tours, and more. -- EXCLUSIVE CONTENT FOR SCAD STUDENTS -- Students can log in to access amazingly convenient tools and features, including: - Your personalized class schedule and grades - Course registration - Dining and meal plan information - Interactive maps - The academic calendar - The faculty and department directory - Safety and security information - Real-time lookups for technology resources and availability - Blackboard

About

SCADextra

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SCAD's SCADextra app connects students to academic resources to optimize learning. You can now use the app to book appointments with Tutors or Writing Tutors, and attend workshops. Peer-led study sessions provide opportunities for students to meet in collaborative group or one-on-one environments, develop academic success strategies, better understand course concepts, and achieve educational objectives.

Screenshots

SCAD4 screens
SCADextra4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SCAD at 15.5 against SCADextra's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
SCAD versus SCADextra: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSCADSCADextra
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews22.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSavannah College of Art and DesignTEDU

Bugs and requests

SCAD

Reported bugs

26 issues
  • Order online feature not loading
  • App stuck on email verification
  • New ordering system doesn't show completion
  • No QR codes for orders
  • App crashing after update
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  • Pages not loading (roster, professor)
  • Badges and labels not appearing
  • Black screen after login
  • App immediately crashes upon signing in
  • Cannot log in despite correct information
  • App freezes on login screen
  • App crashes when opened
  • Cannot tap on anything
  • App freezes on registration day
  • Saved class lists wiped
  • Ghost notifications
  • Unable to drop classes or review schedule
  • White screen in 'my classes' tab
  • App shuts down after login
  • Opens email in Safari
  • Constant sign-ins required
  • AR and other functions not working
  • App ruins login credentials
  • Half of items don't work
  • Old black design was better
  • Neon purple and white text is blinding

Requested features

7 requests
  • Organize and hide buttons on MySCAD tab
  • Implement Face ID for newer iPhones
  • Make signing in easier
  • Add fingerprint login again
  • Allow clicking and highlighting links
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  • Remember password
  • Implement in-app browser for email

SCADextra

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SCAD

No in-app purchases

None

SCADextra

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SCAD free?
SCAD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SCADextra free?
SCADextra is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SCAD or SCADextra have ads?
Neither SCAD nor SCADextra shows ads.

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