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# Compare iGradePlus vs Hero

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> Detailed comparison between iGradePlus and Hero. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | iGradePlus | Hero |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 428 | 135 |
| **Starting Price** | US$0.00 | US$6.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat | Email/Help Desk, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### iGradePlus

Individual instructors, schools, and districts including K-12 public and private schools, trade schools, small colleges, and homeschool co-ops.

### Hero

Hero serves K-12 schools and districts.

## Key features

### iGradePlus

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Assignment Management
- Attendance Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Classroom Management
- Communication Management
- Customisable Reports
- Discipline Management
- For Classroom
- For Higher Education
- K-12
- Parent Portal
- Progress Reports
- Progress Tracking
- Records Management
- Remote Access/Control
- Special Education
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management

### Hero

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Assignment Management
- Attendance Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Classroom Management
- Communication Management
- Customisable Reports
- Discipline Management
- For Classroom
- K-12
- Parent Portal
- Progress Reports
- Progress Tracking
- Records Management
- Remote Access/Control
- Student Information/Records
- Student Management

## Links

- [View iGradePlus Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/121762/igradeplus)
- [View Hero Profile](https://www.capterra.co.nz/software/128619/hero)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.nz/compare/121762/128619/igradeplus/vs/hero)

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