ClassMarker vs SpeedExam

ClassMarker8.6Visit SpeedExam8.5Visit

Higher score ClassMarker #2 in Quiz Maker Software 8.6/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 2 features Visit ClassMarker

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SpeedExam #3 in Quiz Maker Software 8.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 2 features Visit SpeedExam

• ClassMarker fits best

  Secure assessments with reusable question banks

• SpeedExam fits best

  Affordable exams with proctoring and certificates

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Side by side

Feature	ClassMarker 8.6/10 Visit ↗	SpeedExam 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.6	8.5
Ranking	#2 in Quiz Maker Software	#3 in Quiz Maker Software
Best for	Secure assessments with reusable question banks	Affordable exams with proctoring and certificates
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	—	$240/yr
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	30 days	—
Money-back guarantee	30 days	7 days
Deployment	Cloud, Browser extension	Cloud, Mobile
Platforms	Web	Web, Android
Support	Docs	Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance	GDPR	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR
Integrations	5,000+ integrations	4 integrations
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ClassMarker 1/2 · SpeedExam 1/2
Branching logic	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Certificates	✓	✓
Specs
Question formats	multiple choice, multiple response, true/false, essay, matching, free text, grammar	Multiple Choice (radio buttons), Multiple Choice (dropdown), Multiple Correct, Fill in the Blank, Matching, Essay, Drag and Match, True/False, Yes/No, All Correct, Audio Answer
Scoring modes	points-based grading, pass mark, partial scoring, manual grading for essays	Marks, points, grades; full-mark scoring for Multiple Correct questions; manual marks for essay questions
Quiz analytics	scores, percentages, question statistics, category statistics, answer breakdowns, cohort comparisons, group and member averages, CSV exports	Average score, average time taken, total attempts, candidate score graphs, candidate/section/question/answer statistics, Challenge Quotient, difficulty level, question-wise reports, overall performance reports
Publishing channels	groups, direct links, email links, website links, embedded tests, API and webhooks	Candidate site, website or blog embed, Facebook, Twitter, email, SMS, registration API, LMS
Response limit	400 responses	500 responses (best)
Our review
Pros	Reusable question banks with categories and randomized question selection AI proctoring, timed tests, access controls, and attempt limits Detailed statistics, certificates, API, webhooks, and Zapier integration	Supports multiple question formats, multimedia, and manual essay scoring Includes monitoring, AI and media-based proctoring options, and analytics Offers certificates, embeds, LMS connectivity, APIs, and candidate messaging
Cons	Essay responses require manual grading Credit-based usage may complicate forecasting for variable demand Not open source; delivery is through web and API channels	AI-based proctoring is an additional paid service Integrations are focused on LMS, PayPal, SMS, and APIs Paid plans limit included attempts and instructor accounts
Our verdict	ClassMarker is a hosted online testing platform for businesses, trainers, educators, and assessment providers. It supports quizzes, surveys, and formal assessments built from reusable question banks and categories. Authors can choose from… Read the review →	SpeedExam is a web-based online examination and quiz platform for educators, training providers, employers, and organizations. It combines question authoring, exam scheduling, candidate self-registration, grading, monitoring, certificates,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• ClassMarker — where it wins

  • Reusable question banks with categories and randomized question selection
  • AI proctoring, timed tests, access controls, and attempt limits
  • Detailed statistics, certificates, API, webhooks, and Zapier integration

  Where it doesn't

  • Essay responses require manual grading
  • Credit-based usage may complicate forecasting for variable demand
  • Not open source; delivery is through web and API channels

• SpeedExam — where it wins

  • Supports multiple question formats, multimedia, and manual essay scoring
  • Includes monitoring, AI and media-based proctoring options, and analytics
  • Offers certificates, embeds, LMS connectivity, APIs, and candidate messaging

  Where it doesn't

  • AI-based proctoring is an additional paid service
  • Integrations are focused on LMS, PayPal, SMS, and APIs
  • Paid plans limit included attempts and instructor accounts

• ClassMarker8.6/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

  A flexible assessment platform with reusable banks, proctoring, certificates, and detailed analytics.

  Visit ClassMarkerFull verdict →
• SpeedExam8.5/10 · Free plan

  A flexible exam platform for affordable assessments with proctoring and certificates.

  Visit SpeedExamFull verdict →