Head-to-head · Social-Emotional Learning Software
ClassDojo vs Panorama Education
ClassDojo leads on 0 checks, Panorama Education on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreClassDojo · 9.1/10
- Free planonly ClassDojo
- Free trialonly ClassDojo
- Most featuresPanorama Education · 2 of 3
ClassDojo scores higher on our rubric for social-emotional learning software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.
ClassDojo is the better fit for schools seeking broad classroom SEL and family tools. Panorama Education is the better fit for districts focused on SEL measurement and MTSS.
- ClassDojo fits best
Schools seeking broad classroom SEL and family tools
- Panorama Education fits best
Districts focused on SEL measurement and MTSS
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Side by side
| Feature | ClassDojo 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | Panorama Education 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #1 in Social-Emotional Learning Software | #3 in Social-Emotional Learning Software |
| Best for | Schools seeking broad classroom SEL and family tools | Districts focused on SEL measurement and MTSS |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | 7 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Integrations | 2 integrations | 200+ integrations |
| Features ClassDojo 0/3 · Panorama Education 2/3 | ||
| SEL assessments | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Student wellbeing program | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Standards alignment | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Curriculum format | Not checked yet | Digital |
| Lesson library size | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Grade bands | Not checked yet | K-12 |
| Implementation support | Not checked yet | Guided |
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| Our verdict | ClassDojo brings classroom behavior feedback, student portfolios, and family communication into one platform for teachers, students, families, and district teams. Its free core plan covers messaging, class points, class story updates,… Read the review → |
Panorama Education provides a web-based K–12 platform for schools, districts and state agencies that need connected student-support data. It combines research-backed surveys for students, families and staff with social-emotional learning… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ClassDojo — where it wins
- Free core plan includes messaging, class points, and class story updates.
- PBIS-aligned feedback, portfolios, and two-way family messaging support SEL routines.
- Available on web, iOS, and Android, with Google and Microsoft integrations.
Where it doesn't
- Detailed progress reports and AI homework help are part of paid ClassDojo Plus.
- ClassDojo Plus is an optional paid family subscription, not a school plan.
- Plus pricing is handled in the app or signup flow.
Panorama Education — where it wins
- Combines SEL and wellbeing surveys with MTSS planning and progress monitoring.
- 1,000+ strategy Playbook and interactive lessons support educator action.
- 200 integrations connect SIS, LMS, behavior and assessment data.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing depends on district size and products; contact sales for a quote.
- Web-only access may not suit teams requiring native mobile apps.
- Designed for K–12 districts, limiting fit for other education segments.
- ClassDojo9.1/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A free classroom SEL toolkit for behavior feedback, student portfolios, and family communication.
Visit ClassDojoFull verdict → - Panorama Education8.7/10 · Pricing on request
A K–12 SEL and MTSS platform linking surveys, interventions and district data.
Visit siteFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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