NWEA Secure Testing vs Edugence Lockdown Browser
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NWEA Secure Testing
This application allows K-12 students to take standardized assessments on an iPad. It supports various NWEA tests, including MAP Growth and state summative assessments, ensuring a secure testing environment.
- K-12 assessment delivery
- iPad compatibility
- MAP Growth support
- MAP Growth K-2 support
- State summative assessments
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The NWEA™ Secure Testing app provides students the ability to complete our K–12 assessments on an iPad®. The app supports MAP® Growth™, MAP Growth K-2 and NWEA state summative assessments.
Edugence Lockdown Browser
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The Edugence Exam Browser is a secure lockdown browser designed to conduct student assessments using the Edugence Learning Management System. When taking an assessment, this application secures the iOS devices to prevent academic dishonesty. It creates a controlled testing environment by locking the device to a single application, ensuring students stay focused on their exam. Key Features: * Assessment Mode: Utilizes Apple's Automatic Assessment Configuration (AAC) to block access to other apps, web pages, and system shortcuts. * Security: Automatically prevents screen captures, screen recording, and remote viewing during the session. * Deep Linking: Launch assessments directly from the Edugence Student Portal with a single click. * Smart Safety: Includes battery level monitoring and connection-loss safeguards to ensure students can exit safely if technical issues arise. How to Use: * Student can click on 'Continue as Guest' directly to take a practice test. * Or use the "Take Test" link within their Edugence portal to begin a graded session. Requirements: * An active internet connection is required. * Intended for use by educational institutions utilizing the Edugence platform.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Edugence Lockdown Browser at monthly against NWEA Secure Testing's every 8 months. Edugence Lockdown Browser also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NWEA Secure Testing ships an update every 8 months, Edugence Lockdown Browser monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NWEA Secure Testing | Edugence Lockdown Browser |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.5 (1.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 17.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NWEA | Mach B Technologies Inc. |
Bugs and requests
NWEA Secure Testing
Reported bugs
3 issues- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
- Inconsistent test results
Requested features
3 requests- Allow going back to previous questions
- Provide more detailed feedback on performance
- Adjust question difficulty to grade level
Edugence Lockdown Browser
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
NWEA Secure Testing
No in-app purchases
Edugence Lockdown Browser
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is NWEA Secure Testing free?
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Do NWEA Secure Testing or Edugence Lockdown Browser have ads?
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