Comparison

LockDown Browser vs Aethron Study

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

Head to head
About

LockDown Browser

This application creates a secure browser environment for online exams, preventing access to other applications, websites, or device functions. It ensures the integrity of assessments by locking users into the exam until submission. It is compatible with specific learning systems and can be used with proctoring systems if enabled by an instructor.

Highlights
  • Locks down exam environment
  • Prevents switching applications
  • Blocks access to other URLs
  • Disables screenshots
  • Prohibits copying or printing
  • Integrates with learning systems
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LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the exam environment within specific learning and assessment systems. When LockDown Browser is used during an online exam, you are unable to go to other URLs, switch applications, take screenshots, copy questions or print. It essentially locks you into the exam until it’s submitted for grading. Important: This application can only be used with the Respondus Monitor proctoring system if your instructor has enabled the use of an iPad for the exam. If your instructor hasn't enabled the use of an iPad for the exam, you will be unable to use this application with it. While LockDown Browser isn’t the most exciting app available, it does make online assessments possible. And, hey, you can download it for free. This is NOT a limited-feature version and there are NO advertisements of any type.

About

Aethron Study

This app helps students manage their schoolwork by connecting to their Canvas LMS. It organizes assignments, provides AI-powered summaries, and offers tools for note-taking, flashcards, study plans, and essay grading.

Highlights
  • Canvas LMS integration
  • Assignment and due date tracking
  • AI-powered coursework analysis
  • Note-taking and organization
  • Smart flashcards and quizzes
  • Personalized study plans
  • Focus timer
  • Essay grading against rubrics
Features
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Aethron Study Stay on top of your schoolwork with Aethron Study -- the all-in-one study companion that connects directly to your Canvas LMS account. See all your assignments, due dates, and courses in one place. No more switching between tabs or forgetting what's due. Aethron Study pulls everything from Canvas and organizes it into a clean, easy-to-use dashboard. What you can do: View all your assignments and due dates at a glance Get AI-powered summaries and analysis of your coursework Take and organize notes by class, unit, and semester Create smart flashcards and practice quizzes from your notes Build personalized study plans for upcoming tests Time your study sessions with a built-in focus timer Translate text and documents in 30+ languages Analyze YouTube videos for study notes Grade your essays against rubrics before you submit Import your class schedule from a photo Upgrade to Student+ to unlock premium features like AI-generated flashcards, practice quizzes, essay grading, math tutoring, study planning, and more. Aethron Study is built for students who want to work smarter, not harder. Terms of Use: https://aethronstudy.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://aethronstudy.com/privacy Student+ subscription options: - Monthly: $4.99/month - Annual: $39.99/year Subscription auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Aethron Study at 100% against LockDown Browser's 8%. Aethron Study also leads on device support (3 vs 1). LockDown Browser's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads 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. Aethron Study sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. LockDown Browser asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
LockDown Browser versus Aethron Study: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLockDown BrowserAethron Study
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.2 (4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRespondus Inc.Aethron Dynamics LLC

Customer experience

LockDown Browser

All ratings3,954 ratings
Positive4.5%
Neutral0.9%
Negative94.6%
Written reviews421 reviews
Positive7.6%
Neutral1.7%
Negative90.7%

Aethron Study

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

LockDown Browser

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fails to load tests and quizzes
  • Prevents device power off and exit
  • Incompatible with other apps like Canvas
  • Randomly kicks users out of exams

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved compatibility with iPads
  • Better error handling and recovery
  • Streamlined setup and onboarding
  • More user-friendly interface

Aethron Study

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

LockDown Browser

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Aethron Study

Subscriptions2
  • Student+ Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Student+ Annually$49.991 Year

Questions

Is LockDown Browser free?
LockDown Browser is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aethron Study free?
Aethron Study is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LockDown Browser or Aethron Study have ads?
Neither LockDown Browser nor Aethron Study shows ads.

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