# GradeWay for HAC vs Westside Consolidated

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GradeWay for HAC at 89% against Westside Consolidated's 20%. GradeWay for HAC also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). Westside Consolidated's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GradeWay for HAC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. Westside Consolidated asks for nothing beyond the download.

GradeWay for HAC holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GradeWay for HAC has 75K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of GradeWay for HAC's written reviews are positive against 20% of Westside Consolidated's.

GradeWay for HAC ships an update fortnightly, Westside Consolidated every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GradeWay for HAC | Westside Consolidated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (75K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeway-for-hac/id1523075874/reviews)** | [2.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/westside-consolidated/id1543248158/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **75K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | **88.9% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#167** | — |
| Size | 37 MB | 109 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Srujan Mupparapu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1523075876) | [Westside Consolidated School District](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543248160) |

## What reviewers say

### GradeWay for HAC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradeway-for-hac/id1523075874)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Free · Education, #175 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

This app provides a streamlined interface for accessing student academic information from Home Access Center. It offers features like grade tracking, GPA calculation, assignment planning, and bell schedule management. Stay organized and informed about your academic progress with easy-to-understand insights and helpful tools.

**Highlights:** Color-coded grade averages, GPA calculator with weighted/unweighted options, Assignment planner with reminders, Bell schedule tracker with notifications, View transcripts and report cards, Email teachers directly, Support for multiple students

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GradeWay Premium | $4.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Helpful grade tracking features
- 🔒 Secure login with Face ID/Touch ID
- 🎨 Customizable color themes
- ⏱️ Fast grade updates

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium features should be free
- 🐛 Occasional loading/performance issues
- 🔍 Difficulty switching between student accounts
- 🎨 Dislike default green color theme

**Reported bugs**

- Grade calculator not working for certain grade types
- App freezing when accessing specific class grades

**Requested features**

- Add calendar integration for assignments and events
- Improve GPA calculation and prediction tools
- Allow more customization options without premium
- Provide multiple schedule options for schools with varying schedules


### Westside Consolidated

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/westside-consolidated/id1543248158)

Stay informed about school events, receive customized notifications for your student's organizations, and access weekly cafeteria menus. Get district updates and easily find staff and department contact information.

**Highlights:** Event calendar with sharing, Customizable notifications by organization, Weekly cafeteria menus, Live district updates feed, Staff and department directory

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GradeWay for HAC free?

GradeWay for HAC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Westside Consolidated free?

Westside Consolidated is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, GradeWay for HAC or Westside Consolidated?

GradeWay for HAC is rated higher. GradeWay for HAC averages 4.8 out of 5 from 75K ratings, while Westside Consolidated averages 2.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do GradeWay for HAC or Westside Consolidated have ads?

Neither GradeWay for HAC nor Westside Consolidated shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GradeWay for HAC or Westside Consolidated?

GradeWay for HAC ships an update fortnightly, and Westside Consolidated every 6 months. Most recently, GradeWay for HAC was updated on October 30, 2026 and Westside Consolidated on October 24, 2026.

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