Class Controller vs GradesMate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Class Controller
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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 actβwithin 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 schoolβs emergency protocols. End Alerts Securely: Only the user's personal PIN code can deactivate an alert. Class Controller is more than just an appβitβs a complete school safety system designed to save lives, reduce liability, and improve emergency readiness.
GradesMate
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Class Controller | GradesMate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 6 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 15.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Dash Safety LLC | Suhrab Yoldash |
In-app purchases
Class Controller
No in-app purchases
GradesMate
- 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
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