Now vs Gradepoint for grades
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Now
This app helps students manage their academic information by predicting future GPAs and displaying lunch menus. It processes data on-device for enhanced security and works without a VPN.
- GPA Predictor
- On-device data processing
- Lunch menu display (Frisco ISD only)
- HAC data organization
- Resource finder
- No VPN required
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Now is the time to switch gears and connect like never before with Now. All features will be free to use for all. Features: GPA Predictor Automatically see what your GPA will be in the future once your current grades are entered. No VPN Needed! This app works without a VPN, making it even more convenient to use! On-Device Processing All data, retrieved directly from HAC and Frisco servers, is now processed on your device, providing greater security and control. HAC Information: Supported districts use HAC for students to access information such as courses, grades, GPA, and more. Now fetches and presents that data in an organized format. Additionally tools such as: Find Resources, and To Have A, uplift the experience you receive within our app. Lunch Menu: Wondering what’s for lunch today? No problem! This feature shows you the day’s lunch menu directly. (*Frisco ISD only) Not all districts support all functionalities. Many more features are coming soon! If you find any bugs or have feature suggestions, please feel free to email us at now.official.app@gmail.com. Now is an independent app and is not associated with or endorsed by the supported districts or PowerSchool LLC. While we strive to provide accurate and timely information, all content related to the supported districts is sourced from publicly available channels. All trademarks and logos associated with the supported districts and PowerSchool LLC are the property of their respective owners.
Gradepoint for grades
Easily calculate your GPA and predict how assignments will affect your overall score. This academic assistant helps you manage performance by importing grades, scanning them with your camera, and running 'what-if' scenarios.
- GPA calculation
- Grade prediction
- Import grades from Genesis
- Camera grade scanning
- What-if scenario testing
- Real-time GPA tracking
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Have you ever found yourself manually calculating your grade before a big test or final? Or maybe you’re trying to figure out your GPA before the semester ends, wondering which assignments are holding you back? Don't worry, GradePoint has got your back! GradePoint is more than just a grade calculator—it’s your academic management assistant. With features like adding temporary grades to predict how a test or assignment will impact your overall score, importing grades directly from Genesis (commonly used in NJ), or even scanning your grades with your camera, GradePoint makes managing your academic performance effortless. Whether you're pinpointing which assignments are hurting your grade, testing "what-if" scenarios, or tracking your GPA in real time, GradePoint takes the guesswork out of the equation. Say goodbye to tedious calculations. GradePoint does the work for you so you can focus on achieving your true academic goals!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Gradepoint for grades at 100% against Now's 77%. Now's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.2) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Now holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Now has 35 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of Now's written reviews are positive against 100% of Gradepoint for grades's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Now ships an update weekly, Gradepoint for grades monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Now | Gradepoint for grades |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (35 ratings) — better | 4.2 (5 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 76.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | 5 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Noah Kim | Mayank Tiku |
Customer experience
Now
Gradepoint for grades
In-app purchases
Now
No in-app purchases
Gradepoint for grades
No in-app purchases








