Comparison

myClassroom vs HallPass EDU

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

Head to head
About

myClassroom

This app provides essential classroom management tools for educators, allowing remote control via Apple Watch or Bluetooth clicker. It offers extensive customization for various functions like bells, notes, student grouping, and behavior tracking.

Highlights
  • Remote control with Apple Watch/Bluetooth clicker
  • Customizable bell and alert sounds
  • Instant note-taking with automatic logging
  • Random student selection and group generation
  • Behavior tracking and time-lost monitoring
  • Noise meter and music playback
  • Automated daily routines and smart seating charts
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MyClassroom was has essential teacher tools that are designed to work fast. Even better, they works with an Apple Watch or Bluetooth clicker. This means you can place your iPhone or iPad anywhere in the room and still have access to your tools. MyClassroom also offers extensive customization. If you don’t like how a tool works, there’s a good chance you can change it. Below is a list of tools and features that are just one press away! Tools: Bell Alert your class with a variety of sounds to choose from. Notes Instantly save notes during hectic moments, with automatic logging of time, date, and subject. You can add text later. Time Quickly add time increments with each press. It's perfect when precise timing isn't necessary. Coin & Dice Randomly generate numbers and outcomes. Sticks Randomly call on students, with an option to prevent repeats. Groups Create student groups, with settings to avoid unwanted pairings. Tallies Keep track of positive and negative classroom behaviors. Time Lost Track time wasted by students using a stopwatch and a warning sound. Hearts Each press removes a heart. Hearts can automatically replenish after a preset amount of time. Noise Meter Tuned to student voice frequencies, with a buffer to prevent false alarms. Music Box Play over 150 instrumental tracks covering various genres and moods. Brain Break Meditate or get active with quick, interactive breaks. Features Routines Set up your daily schedule and let the app automatically announce subjects and reminders. You won’t need to pull out your phone to turn off an alarm anymore! Smart Seating Seating charts with the ability to add rules, and use actual desk distances to generate seating charts. This app is governed by Apple’s standard End User License Agreement (EULA), available here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HallPass EDU

Features
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HallPass EDU is the classroom communication platform that brings teachers, parents, and schools together in one simple, secure app. FOR TEACHERS - Share class stories: post updates and photos to your classroom feed - Photo albums: organize and share classroom memories with families - Direct messaging: communicate privately with parents, with automatic message translation for multilingual families - Built-in camera: snap and share classroom moments without leaving the app - Calendar and events: schedule field trips, conferences, and parties with RSVPs and reminders - Behavior points: recognize positive behavior with a fun, flexible point system - Supply wishlist and volunteer sign-ups: coordinate classroom needs without the paper chase - QR and class codes: parents join your classroom in seconds FOR PARENTS - See your child's classroom come to life with stories and photos - Message your child's teacher directly, in your preferred language - Reach the school office directly - message the principal or front office - RSVP to events and never miss a field trip - Follow your child's behavior points and achievements - Manage multiple children across different classrooms FOR SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS - Multi-level administration: district, principal, and teacher roles - Roster management with Clever and Google sign-on support - Privacy-first: FERPA and COPPA conscious design, no ads, no data selling BUILT FOR APPLE - iPhone and iPad layouts with full sidebar navigation - Apple Watch companion app - Face ID app lock, push notifications, dark mode Whether you teach a classroom or cheer from home, HallPass EDU keeps everyone on the same page. HALLPASS PREMIUM (optional auto-renewable subscription) Premium unlocks features such as message translation and calendar sync. - Premium Monthly: $7.99 per month - Premium Annual: $59.99 per year - Premium Family Annual: $84.99 per year Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hallpassedu.com/privacy

Screenshots

myClassroom4 screens
HallPass EDU4 screens

Verdict

The call

myClassroom and HallPass EDU are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. myClassroom sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and HallPass EDU sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

myClassroom ships an update every 9 days, HallPass EDU every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
myClassroom versus HallPass EDU: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametermyClassroomHallPass EDU
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (392 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews35.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings392 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size172 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTanner StoltzDataday Technology Solutions

Bugs and requests

myClassroom

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Cannot log in after subscription
  • Password reset email not received
  • Customer service link not working
  • App crashing with music
  • Bluetooth remote connectivity issues

Requested features

3 requests
  • Make more features free
  • Bring back brain breaks
  • Improve the voice quality

HallPass EDU

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

myClassroom

Subscriptions2
  • Full Access3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Full Access3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Full Access$49.99
3 purchases

HallPass EDU

Subscriptions3
  • HallPass Premium$7.991 Month
  • HallPass Premium Annual$59.991 Year
  • Premium (Family)$84.991 Year

Questions

Is myClassroom free?
myClassroom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HallPass EDU free?
HallPass EDU is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do myClassroom or HallPass EDU have ads?
Neither myClassroom nor HallPass EDU shows ads.
Which is updated more often, myClassroom or HallPass EDU?
myClassroom ships an update every 9 days, and HallPass EDU every 3 weeks. Most recently, myClassroom was updated on October 30, 2026 and HallPass EDU on October 28, 2026.

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