Comparison

Class Controller vs GradesMate

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

Head to head
About

Class Controller

Features
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Class Controller is the ultimate safety platform built for schools, empowering staff, administrators, and security teams to respond instantly and effectively during any emergency. Whether it's a medical issue, a threat on campus, or a routine drill, Class Controller ensures everyone is informed, connected, and ready to actβ€”within seconds. Key Features: Instant Emergency Alerts: With one tap, notify all designated responders including principals, security, counselors, and nurses. Live Video, Audio, and GPS: Share your real-time situation instantly so help arrives faster and better prepared. Responder Engagement Tracking: See who is responding and monitor coordination from the Command Center. Secure Cloud Storage: All alert history, media, and location data are safely stored for future reference and training. Chain of Custody Control: Keep track of student hand-offs during evacuations or pickups. Personalized Alert Groups: Customize who receives alerts to fit your school’s emergency protocols. End Alerts Securely: Only the user's personal PIN code can deactivate an alert. Class Controller is more than just an appβ€”it’s a complete school safety system designed to save lives, reduce liability, and improve emergency readiness.

About

GradesMate

Features
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GradeMate is the easiest way for students to monitor their academic performance. With GradeMate, you can: - View grades for all your courses - Track your overall GPA or points - Stay updated with new results - Receive notifications for new grades Perfect for students at school or university who want to stay on top of their academic progress. Simple, secure, and easy to use. Subscriptions GradesMate Premium is available as an auto-renewing subscription (1 month or 3 months). Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.termsfeed.com/live/abe9b3fb-fbb4-4477-b014-ee683f64be12

Screenshots

Class Controller3 screens
GradesMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Class Controller at none against GradesMate's 4. Class Controller also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. GradesMate sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Class Controller asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Class Controller ships an update every 9 days, GradesMate every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Class Controller versus GradesMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClass ControllerGradesMate
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 6 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size127 MB36 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperDash Safety LLCSuhrab Yoldash

In-app purchases

None

Class Controller

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

GradesMate

Subscriptions4
  • Student Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Student- 3 Months$1.993 Months
  • Teacher Monthly$4.991 Month
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  • Teacher 3 Months$12.993 Months

Questions

Is Class Controller free?
Class Controller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GradesMate free?
GradesMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Class Controller or GradesMate have ads?
Neither Class Controller nor GradesMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Class Controller or GradesMate?
Class Controller ships an update every 9 days, and GradesMate every 6 days. Most recently, Class Controller was updated on November 8, 2026 and GradesMate on November 13, 2026.

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