Comparison

Gradescope vs M

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

Head to head
About

Gradescope

Easily upload assignments for courses using this app. Submit files from your device or scan your work directly. Assign pages for variable-length assignments and resubmit if needed before the deadline.

Highlights
  • Upload assignments
  • Scan documents with camera
  • Select existing files
  • Assign pages for variable-length assignments
  • Resubmit assignments
  • View submitted and graded assignments
Features
Currently charting
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Students, upload your assignments to Gradescope more easily than ever before! If your instructor uses Gradescope for your assignments, you can now upload your submission with our mobile app. After installing and opening the app, login to see your Gradescope courses and assignments. To upload a submission, click on the assignment in the “Not Submitted” tab and either “Select File” to select an existing file from your device or “Scan” all pages of your completed work using your iPhone’s camera. Once you submit your file(s), for templated assignments, you’re all set. For variable-length assignments, “Assign pages” to indicate where your answer for each question appears within your submission. It’s that easy! After confirming, your assignment then moves to the “Submitted” tab. If needed, you can resubmit your assignment until the due date your instructor set has passed. Once it is graded and grades are published for the assignment, it then moves to the “Graded” tab. Note: For V1 of the app, you will be directed to our mobile website for any advanced functionality, including viewing feedback and submitting timed, programming, or online assignments. Stay tuned for future updates that will allow you to do even more with our mobile app!

About

M

This app connects the school community with event schedules, a points system for participation, and AI-powered mental health support. Students can track their engagement, access resources, and stay informed about school activities.

Highlights
  • Event calendar with school activities
  • Points system for event participation
  • Leaderboard for competitive engagement
  • AI-powered mental health chatbot
  • Access to wellness center resources
  • Digital ID for streamlined check-ins
Features
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Designed for students, teachers, parents, and guests, MA Central is the comprehensive app that ensures everyone at Menlo-Atherton High School stays informed and engaged. Stay ahead, stay connected, and feel supported—all in one place. MA Central is a dynamic and user-friendly platform tailored for the Menlo-Atherton High School community. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or a guest, MA Central offers customized features to meet your needs. Students can view their points balance, explore upcoming events, and find essential resources, including mental health support. The app features a comprehensive event calendar, offering an up-to-date schedule of school activities such as sports games, club meetings, dances, and service opportunities. The points system encourages active participation, allowing students to earn points by attending events and getting their ID cards scanned on-site. Students can easily add their digital ID to Apple Wallet for streamlined check-ins. The leaderboard feature adds a fun, competitive edge by showing students where they stand among their peers. One of the most valuable features of MA Central is the Resource Page, where students have 24/7 access to an AI-powered chatbot for mental health support. This tool provides a confidential and approachable way for students to get assistance whenever they need it, making well-being a top priority. The PAWS Wellness Center and other mental health resources are integrated into the app to ensure students feel supported throughout their high school journey. For assistance with accounts (username recovery, ID changes, and account deletion), please email dev@jayagra.com. Note: Do not send your account password.

Screenshots

Gradescope4 screens
M4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: M at 100% against Gradescope's 9%. M also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.4) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). Gradescope's advantage is ratings volume (231 vs 10) and chart position (#95 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

M holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gradescope has 231 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of Gradescope's written reviews are positive against 100% of M's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gradescope ships an update every 2 months, M every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Gradescope versus M: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGradescopeM
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (231 ratings)4.1 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews9.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings231 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#95 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTurnitinJayen Agrawal

Customer experience

Gradescope

All ratings231 ratings
Positive7.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative89.2%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive9.2%
Neutral7.1%
Negative83.7%

M

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Gradescope

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Camera flash issues during scanning
  • Photos not uploading in correct order
  • Inconsistent download button behavior

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to sort assignments by due date
  • Integration of tools for instructors
  • Improved iPad and tablet optimization

M

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Gradescope

No in-app purchases

None

M

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gradescope free?
Gradescope is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is M free?
M is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Gradescope or M?
M is rated higher. Gradescope averages 1.4 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while M averages 4.1 from 10 ratings.
Do Gradescope or M have ads?
Neither Gradescope nor M shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gradescope or M?
Gradescope ships an update every 2 months, and M every 10 days. Most recently, Gradescope was updated on September 22, 2026 and M on June 11, 2026.

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