Comparison

MS 8 vs Skoolr

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

Head to head
About

MS 8

This app provides a centralized digital hub for students, families, and staff to access academic information, school news, and community updates. It offers features like grade tracking, event calendars, staff directories, and translation services for enhanced communication and engagement.

Highlights
  • Academic schedules and grades
  • Classroom resources access
  • PTA and school community updates
  • Staff directory and communication
  • Student progress reports
  • PBIS integration
  • CTLE resources
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Key Features: Students: Stay on top of your academic game with easy access to schedules, grades, and a wealth of classroom resources. Families: Engage with the school community through PTA updates, connect with our dedicated staff via the staff directory, and receive comprehensive student reports. Staff: Utilize essential data at your fingertips, integrate Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) into your daily practice, and access Continued Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) resources for professional development. What's New: Keep informed with real-time push notifications for school news. Access all social media updates from the school in one consolidated feed. Calendar & Events: Never miss an important date with detailed information on parent-teacher conferences, sporting events, and field trips. Translation & Accessibility: Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected in over 100 language options and comprehensive accessibility features ensuring everyone can stay connected. Benefits: Embrace the convenience of having a centralized digital hub: For Parents: A mobile gateway to all things related to your child’s education - schedules, events, and communication with the school. For Teachers & Staff: A practical solution for managing educational content and student engagement. Use Cases: For Busy Parents: Quick, on-the-go access to your child’s grade book during your daily commute. For Students: Preparing for the week ahead by checking the bell schedule on Sunday night. For Teachers: Coordinating with colleagues on upcoming events via the staff portal. Content Highlights: Navigate with ease using our intuitive and user-friendly interface. Enjoy direct access to top apps like Google Classroom and ClassDojo. Stay healthy and informed with integrated health screening and vaccine portal links. Exclusive Features: Instant translations to engage with the school's content in your preferred language. A rich gallery of school photos and videos, capturing the vibrant life of our community. Conclusion: Download the MS 8 New Prep Mobile Hub today and experience the ease of having a comprehensive school portal at your fingertips – because we believe managing educational needs should be straightforward and accessible to all.

About

Skoolr

This app connects teachers, students, and families to foster a collaborative learning environment. It facilitates communication, assignment management, and sharing of class activities, aiming to strengthen the school-home connection for PreK-12 students. Features include homework tracking, event calendars, photo sharing, and controlled chat functions.

Highlights
  • Homework assignment, submission, and grading
  • Calendar and event planning
  • Photo and video sharing for class activities
  • Teacher-controlled private and group chats
  • Scheduled notifications for updates
  • Instant translation for posts
  • Attendance tracking for teachers
Features
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Skoolr. School, together. Brought to you by Skoolroom, creators of solution-driven platforms for modern education. At Skoolroom, we believe students thrive when teachers and families work together. With the Skoolr app, building a strong school-home connection is simple, natural, and effective. Skoolr brings teachers, students, and families from PreK to 12 into one space to communicate, collaborate, and grow — because learning works best when we do it together. -------- Key Features: • Skoolwork – Assign, submit, and grade homework • Calendar & Events – Plan activities and appointments • Photos & Videos – Share class life with albums • Chats – Private or group, always teacher-controlled • Scheduled Notifications – Stay on track with key updates • Instant Translation – Understand posts in your own language • Yearbook – Turn memories into printed keepsakes • Built for schools and early childhood centers -------- For Teachers: • Take attendance in seconds • Post updates, videos, polls, and lists • Control and monitor all communication • Personalize learning with family insights • Keep full control and protect student privacy -------- For Families: • Request contact with a clear purpose • React to and comment on class posts • Download class photos (Premium) • Chat with other families • Be part of the school-home learning journey -------- For Students: • Access assignments and learning resources • Stay updated on classroom events and tasks • Participate in class discussions with teacher guidance • Join online lessons and submit work with ease • Learn in sync with school and family support -------- With a friendly, intuitive design, even non-tech-savvy users feel at home. Fully FERPA & GDPR compliant — your data stays private and secure. Get started in under 2 minutes. Because when school and home move together, learning becomes meaningful. -------- Compatible with Skoolboard - our powerful dashboard for principals, school groups, and districts to manage communication across multiple schools with ease.  Skoolr Terms and Conditions: http://skoolroom.com/terms-of-use

Screenshots

MS 84 screens
Skoolr4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MS 8 at none against Skoolr's 6. Skoolr's advantage is ratings volume (413 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Skoolr sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MS 8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for MS 8 against 4.6 for Skoolr. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Skoolr has 413 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MS 8 ships an update every 2 months, Skoolr every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MS 8 versus Skoolr: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMS 8Skoolr
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better4.6 (413 ratings)
Positive reviews—21.4% of reviews
Number of ratings3413 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size236 MB148 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperSolved Education Consultancy, LLCEzrendevoo Incorporated

Customer experience

MS 8

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Skoolr

All ratings413 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral1.7%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive21.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative71.4%

In-app purchases

None

MS 8

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

Skoolr

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Family Pass$7.991 Month
  • Monthly Library Pass$8.991 Month
  • Monthly Family + Library Pass$10.991 Month
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  • Yearly Family Pass$79.991 Year
  • Yearly Library Pass$89.991 Year
  • Yearly Family + Library Pass$109.991 Year

Questions

Is MS 8 free?
MS 8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Skoolr free?
Skoolr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MS 8 or Skoolr?
MS 8 is rated higher. MS 8 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Skoolr averages 4.6 from 413 ratings.
Do MS 8 or Skoolr have ads?
Neither MS 8 nor Skoolr shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MS 8 or Skoolr?
MS 8 ships an update every 2 months, and Skoolr every 5 weeks. Most recently, MS 8 was updated on June 1, 2026 and Skoolr on September 23, 2026.

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