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Head-to-head · Social-Emotional Learning Software

CharacterStrong vs 7 Mindsets

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
CharacterStrong #7 in Social-Emotional Learning Software 7.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 3 features Try CharacterStrong
7 Mindsets #8 in Social-Emotional Learning Software 7.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 3 features Visit 7 Mindsets

CharacterStrong leads on 0 checks, 7 Mindsets on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

CharacterStrong and 7 Mindsets score identically on our rubric (7.8 out of 10) for social-emotional learning software; CharacterStrong sits at #7 and 7 Mindsets at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

On curriculum format, CharacterStrong gives you Blended where 7 Mindsets offers Digital. On implementation support, 7 Mindsets gives you Managed where CharacterStrong offers Guided.

CharacterStrong is the better fit for schools seeking SEL plus targeted interventions. 7 Mindsets is the better fit for schools wanting extensive grade-level lessons.

  • CharacterStrong fits best

    Schools seeking SEL plus targeted interventions

  • 7 Mindsets fits best

    Schools wanting extensive grade-level lessons

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Side by side

Feature CharacterStrong 7.8/10 Visit ↗ 7 Mindsets 7.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.8 7.8
Ranking #7 in Social-Emotional Learning Software #8 in Social-Emotional Learning Software
Best for Schools seeking SEL plus targeted interventions Schools wanting extensive grade-level lessons
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Docs Phone, Email
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features CharacterStrong 3/3 · 7 Mindsets 3/3
SEL assessments ✓ ✓
Student wellbeing program ✓ ✓
Standards alignment ✓ ✓
Specs
Curriculum format Blended Digital
Lesson library size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Grade bands Pre-K–12 PreK–12
Implementation support Guided Managed
Our review
Pros
  • PreK–12 Tier 1 curriculum spans elementary, middle and high school
  • Tier 2 screening, intervention matching and progress monitoring
  • Tier 3 pathways address anxiety, depression, trauma and executive functioning
  • 30 ready-to-use lessons per grade each year
  • Student portfolios, surveys, and progress monitoring
  • Onboarding, professional learning, and coaching support
Cons
  • Customized, contact-sales pricing reduces upfront price visibility
  • Web-only delivery may not fit schools seeking native apps
  • Tier 3 pathways target defined needs rather than broad clinical coverage
  • Pricing is customized and requires contacting sales
  • Web-only deployment may not fit offline or mobile-first needs
  • Support is available by phone and email, but not 24/7
Our verdict

CharacterStrong delivers a cloud-based, web platform for PreK–12 social-emotional learning and multi-tiered supports. Schools and districts receive Tier 1 curriculum for elementary, middle-school and high-school grade bands, covering…

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7 Mindsets serves schools and districts with a PreK–12 digital social-emotional learning and wellness platform. Teacher-led grade-level curriculum includes lesson plans, activities, reflection options, and optional extensions, while…

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  1. CharacterStrongSocial-Emotional Learning Software 7.8Pricing on request
  2. 7 MindsetsSocial-Emotional Learning Software 7.8Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • CharacterStrong — where it wins

    • PreK–12 Tier 1 curriculum spans elementary, middle and high school
    • Tier 2 screening, intervention matching and progress monitoring
    • Tier 3 pathways address anxiety, depression, trauma and executive functioning

    Where it doesn't

    • Customized, contact-sales pricing reduces upfront price visibility
    • Web-only delivery may not fit schools seeking native apps
    • Tier 3 pathways target defined needs rather than broad clinical coverage

  • 7 Mindsets — where it wins

    • 30 ready-to-use lessons per grade each year
    • Student portfolios, surveys, and progress monitoring
    • Onboarding, professional learning, and coaching support

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is customized and requires contacting sales
    • Web-only deployment may not fit offline or mobile-first needs
    • Support is available by phone and email, but not 24/7
  • CharacterStrong7.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A PreK–12 SEL and MTSS suite for schools needing curriculum, screening and targeted intervention paths.

    Try CharacterStrongFull verdict →
  • 7 Mindsets7.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad PreK–12 SEL system combining lessons, wellness content, measurement, and coaching.

    Visit 7 MindsetsFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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