Comparison

Evidence for Learning vs Global Explorers

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

Head to head
About

Evidence for Learning

This app allows educators to record and track student progress using photos, videos, and audio. It supports any curriculum framework and helps generate reports, engage parents, and analyze data.

Highlights
  • Track progress across any curriculum
  • Record evidence with photos, video, audio
  • Link evidence to targets
  • Record professional judgments
  • Generate learning journeys and reports
  • Share with parents via secure portal
  • Export data for analysis
Features
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The most versatile Assessment app available! - Evidence and track progress across ANY curriculum framework (including your own customised frameworks) - Record small and subtle improvements: photo/video/audio, notes, judgements all linked to targets - Automatically link evidence, achievements, outcomes and judgements - Record professional judgements on different aspects for each outcome (eg. depth of learning; level of support; mastery; generalization; prompting, fluency; etc.) - Assess SINGLE or MULTIPLE ASPECTS for each outcome or target. - Save time and be better informed in planning, assessment and reporting - Better engage and involve parents in their child's learning and development - Export the summative assessment data as a .csv file for cohort and data analysis. Features also include: -Work with your own customised assessment criteria -Quickly & easily build a learner profile for each learner containing all evidence, notes and assessments -Generate rich learning journeys and coverage/tracker grids in an instant -Create Assessment Books that are integrated with your learner evidence -Share with parents via our secure parent portal. Parents can comment and these comments can be included in reports **** TESTIMONIALS **** "Using Evidence for Learning has transformed how we capture holistic progress over time, and has supported integrated provision. It is a powerful way to share learning with parents and the multi-professional team... all with a device staff can keep in their pocket." Vijita Patel, Principal & National Leader of Education (NLE), Swiss Cottage School and Development & Research Centre, London, UK "Evidence for Learning has truly revolutionised how we capture everything from pupil evidence, assessment and data in one centralised package. The sheer flexibility of the product allows us to use it across the whole school from 7-19 with an array of needs. The ability to move from extremely personalised targets right the way through to more formal accreditations means it is truly a one-stop-shop for all our needs. We have seen significant impacts across the whole school from allowing greater efficiency for Senior Leaders to complete complex moderation and triangulation, engaging and communicating with parents through to lightening the workload for teachers allowing them to focus on the important aspects of their role." Oliver Flowers, Headteacher The Westminster School, W Midlands, UK RECOMMENDED FOR ============= All education, development and training settings All Stages (Early Years through to Post 16, PreK-12 and Adult Education & Workplace Learning) Special Education Needs (SEN) Recording, evidencing and tracking interventions (reading, writing, mathematics, EAL / ESL) ASSESSMENT FRAMEWORKS =============== Evidence for Learning can be used with EVERY assessment framework EVER published! Comes preloaded with... - Common Core ELA & Mathematics - PA Pre-K - TN Pre-K Math - MA Pre-K - AR Early Childhood Framework - WV K - EYFS - English National Curriculum - Australian Curriculum - EYLF - and many more... - Perfect for PLI (Personalised Learning Intentions) and IEPs - Why not add your own learning outcomes, 'I can' statements and rubrics FREE to download and explore. Then available as a secure and supported Cloud service and subscription. SAFETY ===== We recommend using passcode protection and always use devices for capturing evidence in accordance with your Acceptable Use and Parental Permission policies.

About

Global Explorers

Features
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Welcome to Global Explorers, an app crafted by the imaginative minds of pupils at Ynysowen Primary School in South Wales! Embark on a thrilling journey with our six vibrant characters, each driven by a passion to save our planet. Delve into their inspiring backstories and discover their ingenious plans to make a difference. Explore fascinating locations worldwide, including China, Wales, Brazil, and Egypt, through enchanting descriptions and captivating video animations. Engage with augmented reality scenes meticulously crafted by our young innovators, and marvel at the intricate models they've designed for your exploration. Challenge yourself with "Guess Who?" featuring cards of our imaginative characters, and immerse yourself in Minecraft models of global landmarks, available for download in Minecraft Education. Unleash your creativity as you build upon these virtual worlds. Dive into our blog penned by the children themselves, detailing their incredible journey in creating this app. Be inspired by the art from around the globe and unleash your inner artist. Navigate effortlessly with our interactive map and indulge in a treasure trove of facts and information about diverse cultures and countries, meticulously researched by our pupils. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Take our quiz and see how much you've learned! Designed by children, for children, Global Explorers is the ultimate educational tool for primary school teachers and parents. Join us in nurturing the next generation of global citizens. Download now and let the adventure begin!

Screenshots

Evidence for Learning4 screens
Global Explorers4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Global Explorers at none against Evidence for Learning's 3. Global Explorers also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Evidence for Learning sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Global Explorers asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Evidence for Learning ships an update every 6 weeks, Global Explorers fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Evidence for Learning versus Global Explorers: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEvidence for LearningGlobal Explorers
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB3.7 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTheTeacherCloud Ltdmartin jones

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Evidence for Learning

One-time3
  • 50 Report Credits$6.99
  • 100 Report Credits$11.99
  • Remove Logo from Reports$20.99
None

Global Explorers

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Evidence for Learning free?
Evidence for Learning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Global Explorers free?
Global Explorers is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Evidence for Learning or Global Explorers have ads?
Neither Evidence for Learning nor Global Explorers shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Evidence for Learning or Global Explorers?
Evidence for Learning ships an update every 6 weeks, and Global Explorers fortnightly. Most recently, Evidence for Learning was updated on September 22, 2026 and Global Explorers on September 16, 2026.

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