Comparison

Education Gateway vs SpedPro

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

Head to head
About

Education Gateway

Features
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Gateway is a simple, accessible tool designed to help families understand their child’s right to an education. Built from real experience in special education and law, Gateway breaks down complex information into clear, easy-to-understand guidance so families can feel more confident navigating school systems. With step-by-step explanations, meeting preparation tools, and practical resources, Gateway acts as a mini advocate in your pocket—helping you feel informed, prepared, and empowered every step of the way. Whether you're preparing for a meeting, learning your rights, or advocating for your child, Gateway is here to support you.

About

SpedPro

Streamline special education case management with this all-in-one solution. Organize student information, track progress, manage documentation, and monitor deadlines efficiently. Designed to reduce paperwork and save educators valuable time.

Highlights
  • Manage student profiles
  • Create and organize IEP goals
  • Track progress monitoring
  • Document meeting notes
  • Monitor compliance dates
  • Generate professional reports
  • AI-powered drafting assistance
Features
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SpedPro Simplify special education case management. Save time. Stay organized. SpedPro is an all-in-one case management solution designed specifically for special education teachers, intervention specialists, and case managers. Whether you’re managing a small caseload or supporting an entire program, SpedPro helps you organize student information, streamline documentation, and stay on top of important deadlines. Core Features • Manage student profiles in one secure location • Create and organize IEP goals and objectives • Track progress monitoring with visual graphs • Record baseline data and ongoing performance • Manage accommodations and modifications • Upload and securely store IEPs, evaluations, and work samples • Document meeting notes and case management activities • Monitor IEP and evaluation compliance dates with reminders • Generate professional reports and PDF exports • Sync your data securely across Apple devices with iCloud SpedPro Professional Unlock powerful productivity tools with a SpedPro Professional subscription: • Unlimited student management • AI-powered Case Manager for educator-reviewed drafting assistance • Professional Goal Bank and My Goal Bank • Transition Center for transition planning resources • Advanced reporting and documentation tools • Premium productivity features designed to save valuable time Designed for Educators SpedPro was created to reduce paperwork, improve organization, and help educators spend more time supporting students and less time managing documents. Important Information AI-generated suggestions are intended to assist educators with drafting and organization. All AI-generated content should be reviewed, edited, and approved by a qualified educator before being used in official educational records or Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple Account settings. Download SpedPro today and discover a smarter, more organized way to manage special education. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION SpedPro Pro is available through optional auto-renewable subscriptions that unlock premium features including unlimited students, AI Case Manager, advanced reports, transition planning tools, and additional professional resources. Subscription Options: • SpedPro Pro Monthly – $8.99 per month • SpedPro Pro Annual – $69.99 per year Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple Account subscription settings. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/spedproprivacy/home Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Education Gateway4 screens
SpedPro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Education Gateway at none against SpedPro's 2. Education Gateway also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, 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. SpedPro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Education Gateway asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Education Gateway versus SpedPro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEducation GatewaySpedPro
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size194 MB7 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSarah SantarelliMicheal Long

In-app purchases

None

Education Gateway

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SpedPro

Subscriptions2
  • SpedPro Pro Monthly1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • SpedPro Pro Annual1 Month trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Education Gateway free?
Education Gateway is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SpedPro free?
SpedPro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Education Gateway or SpedPro have ads?
Neither Education Gateway nor SpedPro shows ads.

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