CMS ParentSquare vs MCONNECTION
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CMS ParentSquare
This app connects schools and families, providing a centralized platform for all school communications. It ensures families receive important alerts, messages from teachers, and updates, helping them stay informed and engaged with their child's education.
- Centralized school communications
- Teacher messaging
- Automated translation
- School news and updates
- Attendance and fee payments
- Group conversations
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What is CMS ParentSquare? CMS ParentSquare helps schools and families stay connected and informed—all in one easy place. Whether it’s a quick message from a teacher, an important alert from the district, or a reminder about tomorrow’s field trip, CMS ParentSquare makes sure families never miss a thing. Why families and teachers love CMS ParentSquare: • Simple, easy-to-use app and website • Messages are automatically translated into 190+ languages • Best-in-class safety and security practices • One place for all school updates, alerts, and messages With CMS ParentSquare, families and staff save time and stay connected—so everyone can focus on helping students succeed. CMS ParentSquare for iOS The CMS ParentSquare app makes it easy for families to stay in the loop and engage with their child’s school community. With the app, parents and guardians can: • See school news, classroom updates, and photos • Receive important notices like attendance alerts and cafeteria balances • Message teachers and staff directly • Join group conversations • Sign up for wishlist items, volunteering, and conferences • Respond to absences or tardies* • Pay school-related fees and invoices* * If included with your school's implementation
MCONNECTION
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MCONNECTION at 15.1 against CMS ParentSquare's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CMS ParentSquare | MCONNECTION |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (39 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 153 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ParentSquare | The Members |
In-app purchases
CMS ParentSquare
No in-app purchases
MCONNECTION
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is CMS ParentSquare free?
Is MCONNECTION free?
Do CMS ParentSquare or MCONNECTION have ads?
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