Comparison

GradeStack vs Class

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

Head to head
About

GradeStack

This academic planner helps university and college students organize their terms, subjects, classes, and assessments. It offers real-time grade tracking, smart scheduling, and productivity tools to manage academic life. Premium features include advanced grade views, notifications, and calendar integration.

Highlights
  • Academic life planning (terms, subjects, assessments, classes)
  • Real-time grade tracking (WAM, GPA)
  • Customizable grading scales and modes
  • Smart scheduling with calendar view
  • Productivity gauges and progress graphs
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Premium features: notifications, calendar integration, data export
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GradeStack is the all-in-one academic planner designed to empower university and college students to master their academic journey with ease and precision. Organize your terms, subjects, assessments, classes, and more while staying on top of your grades and productivity. Key Features: - Plan Your Academic Life: Input term details (start/end dates), subjects (with credit points), assessments (weights, due dates, results), and classes (single or recurring) - Customize class types (lectures, tutorials, etc.), assign teachers, and set holidays that can automatically shift intersecting classes. - Real-Time Grade Tracking: Automatically calculate grades per subject, term, and overall, with support for Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and Grade Point Average (GPA). - Define custom grading scales, GPA systems, and exclude subjects or override grades as needed. - Stay Productive: View upcoming classes and assessments at a glance. Custom gauges display completed vs. remaining tasks, while graphs track your subject marks over time as assessments are completed. - Flexible Grading Modes: Toggle between ascending (start at 0%, build up) and descending (start at 100%, deduct) grading modes to see instant recalculations tailored to your preference. - Smart Scheduling: Configure single or repeating classes with custom recurrence rules. Assign class types and teachers (manually or from system contacts). Visualize your schedule in a Calendar view, with day or week timelines showing classes and assessments. - iCloud Sync: Seamlessly back up and sync your data between iOS and macOS devices for a unified experience. Premium Features: - Unlock WAM and GPA views, complete with dedicated widgets for quick access. - Import/export data to JSON files for easy backups or transfers. - Receive customizable notifications for classes and assessments, set globally or individually. - Integrate with your system calendar to export classes and their recurrences as events. GradeStack is the ultimate academic companion, helping you plan, track, and succeed with confidence. Download now and take control of your university journey!

About

Class

Features
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ClassWise is the all-in-one school management app for Philippine schools — DepEd public schools, private and Christian schools, A.C.E. campuses, K-12, and colleges. FOR PARENTS & STUDENTS - See grades, class averages, and report cards as soon as teachers post them - Follow attendance and get notified the moment your child is marked absent - Message teachers and the school office directly - View tuition and fee balances and invoice history FOR TEACHERS & STAFF - Take attendance in seconds by scanning student QR badges - Record grades and conduct from your phone - Generate official DepEd forms (SF1-SF10, including the 2026 Strengthened SHS SF10) - Reach parents instantly with announcements and alerts BUILT FOR PHILIPPINE SCHOOLS - Official DepEd LIS form output (School Forms 1 through 10) - Multi-level: Kindergarten, Elementary, JHS, SHS, and college - Works offline-first, so records are always at hand Tuition and fees are paid at your school's office or its secure web portal.

Screenshots

GradeStack4 screens
Class3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Class at none against GradeStack's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. GradeStack sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Class asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GradeStack ships an update every 2 weeks, Class every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
GradeStack versus Class: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGradeStackClass
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul TavitianCollin Schneide

In-app purchases

1 purchases

GradeStack

One-time1
  • GradeStack Premium$2.99
None

Class

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GradeStack free?
GradeStack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Class free?
Class is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do GradeStack or Class have ads?
Neither GradeStack nor Class shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GradeStack or Class?
GradeStack ships an update every 2 weeks, and Class every 3 weeks. Most recently, GradeStack was updated on September 25, 2026 and Class on September 20, 2026.

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