ClassLink LaunchPad vs GradeWay for HAC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ClassLink LaunchPad
Access all your school's learning and productivity applications with a single login. This app provides instant, personalized access to thousands of educational resources, saving you time and allowing more focus on learning. It integrates with cloud drives and network folders for seamless file access.
- Single sign-on for all school resources
- Access thousands of learning apps
- Instant access to cloud drives
- Supports Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box
- Access mapped Active Directory folders
- Device-agnostic access
Read full descriptionHide full description
Your school or organization must have CLASSLINK LAUNCHPAD WEB EDITION for this app to work. ClassLink LaunchPad gives you personalized, single sign-on access to all your school resources. With one click, you can have instant access to any of thousands of learning, productivity, and educational apps. With LaunchPad you spend more time learning, and less time logging in. ClassLink LaunchPad gives you real time access to your cloud drives and any mapped Active Directory folder including: Google Drive O365 and OneDrive Dropbox Box Your school network folders Many different devices are showing up in classrooms and everyone expects simple, 24/7 access. Accessible from any device, LaunchPad is built for education and ideal for 1to1 and BYOD initiatives.
GradeWay for HAC
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.
- 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
Read full descriptionHide full description
GradeWay works with any school district that uses Home Access Center for student information. FEATURES: STAY LOGGED IN: You only have to enter your HAC credentials once! GRADES: View your color-coded averages for all your courses at a glance, and for every marking period! View all of your individual grades and your class average by category. GRADE INSIGHTS: View your class averages over time to see trends and improvements. You can also see how your average has changed since the last time you opened the app, and see which grades have been recently added. WHAT IF CALCULATOR: Predict your average by adding mock grades and changing scores to see how it affects your average. This will help you better set goals for the scores you need in the future. GPA CALCULATOR: You no longer have to wait for the end of the semester to know your GPA. GradeWay calculates your weighted and unweighted GPA using all of your averages, your transcript, and all your credits. View GPA breakdowns, edit scales, and exclude courses to improve accuracy. Use the built-in what if calculator to predict changes to your GPA. PLANNER: Easily plan your homework out and set reminders for yourself, without needing a notebook or manually entering in courses yourself. Add homework assignments and tasks, seamlessly integrated with your HAC courses. View your work assigned by teachers from HAC and your own work, side by side, day by day, all in the same place. Set push notifications to stay on top of your work. SIMPLIFIED HAC: • View your class schedule separated by A and B day and by semester. • View upcoming and missing assignments on the home screen. • View your report cards and progress reports easily. • View your transcript, straight from HAC. • View your attendance in an easy to understand calendar for each month. BELL SCHEDULE TRACKER: Simulate the bell and keep track of time with a custom bell schedule. See how much time is left in each period and get notified before the next one starts so you are never late. Students in online school will be able to follow the same schedule they’re used to, at home! EMAIL TEACHERS: Email your teachers from within the app, without having to enter in their email addresses yourself. MULTIPLE STUDENTS: Add multiple students on the same device and easily switch between them. Extremely useful if you are a parent with multiple students. PERSONALIZATION AND MORE: GradeWay can be used in light and dark mode! Switch between 10 different color themes. You can even login with face or touch ID, give yourself a profile picture, or change your display name! Disclosures: GradeWay is not affiliated with or endorsed by PowerSchool LLC and/or its affiliate(s). Home Access Center (the student info system we support) is a trademark of PowerSchool. License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: GradeWay for HAC at 4.8 against ClassLink LaunchPad's 4.2. GradeWay for HAC also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 46%) and ratings volume (56K vs 7.4K). ClassLink LaunchPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and chart position 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. GradeWay for HAC sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per year. ClassLink LaunchPad asks for nothing beyond the download.
GradeWay for HAC holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GradeWay for HAC has 56K ratings behind it against 7.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of ClassLink LaunchPad's written reviews are positive against 89% of GradeWay for HAC's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ClassLink LaunchPad | GradeWay for HAC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (7.4K ratings) | 4.8 (56K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 46.5% of reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7.4K | 56K — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #126 — better | #200 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 75 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ClassLink, Inc | Srujan Mupparapu |
Customer experience
ClassLink LaunchPad
GradeWay for HAC
User reviews
ClassLink LaunchPad
From 7.4K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great app for school
- 🚀 Easy to use and access
- 💡 Helpful for online learning
- 🔒 Secure login and password management
Room to improve
- 🐛 Login issues and errors
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/accessing certain apps
- ⚠️ Glitches and crashes
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive interface
GradeWay for HAC
From 56K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Helpful grade tracking features
- 🔒 Secure login with Face ID/Touch ID
- 🎨 Customizable color themes
- ⏱️ Fast grade updates
Room to improve
- 💰 Premium features should be free
- 🐛 Occasional loading/performance issues
- 🔍 Difficulty switching between student accounts
- 🎨 Dislike default green color theme
Bugs and requests
ClassLink LaunchPad
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login doesn't work on certain devices
- Apps fail to load or open properly
- Compatibility issues with older devices
Requested features
4 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved password/login persistence
- More personalization options
- Better integration with school systems
GradeWay for HAC
Reported bugs
2 issues- Grade calculator not working for certain grade types
- App freezing when accessing specific class grades
Requested features
4 requests- 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
In-app purchases
ClassLink LaunchPad
No in-app purchases
GradeWay for HAC
- GradeWay Premium1 Month trial$4.991 Year
Questions
Is ClassLink LaunchPad free?
Is GradeWay for HAC free?
Which has better reviews, ClassLink LaunchPad or GradeWay for HAC?
Do ClassLink LaunchPad or GradeWay for HAC have ads?
Which is updated more often, ClassLink LaunchPad or GradeWay for HAC?
Which is more popular, ClassLink LaunchPad or GradeWay for HAC?
Other comparisons















