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Head-to-head · Behavior Management Software

DeansList vs SWIS

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score DeansList #3 in Behavior Management Software 9.0/10 Pricing on request ✓ 6 of 6 features Visit DeansList
SWIS #8 in Behavior Management Software 8.2/10 Paid ✓ 2 of 6 features Visit SWIS

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

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDeansList · 9.0/10
  • Most featuresDeansList · 6 of 6

DeansList scores higher on our rubric for behavior management software: 9.0 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.

DeansList is the better fit for schools prioritizing family communication and MTSS. SWIS is the better fit for schools centered on PBIS referral analytics.

  • DeansList fits best

    Schools prioritizing family communication and MTSS

  • SWIS fits best

    Schools centered on PBIS referral analytics

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Side by side

Feature DeansList 9.0/10 Visit ↗ SWIS 8.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.2
Ranking #3 in Behavior Management Software #8 in Behavior Management Software
Best for Schools prioritizing family communication and MTSS Schools centered on PBIS referral analytics
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request $500/yr
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Phone Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features DeansList 6/6 · SWIS 2/6
Incident tracking ✓ ✓
Positive reinforcement ✓ (best) Not checked yet
PBIS support ✓ ✓
SEL program support ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Intervention plans ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Family communication ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Student limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines incident tracking, referrals, rewards, PBIS, SEL, and MTSS workflows
  • Supports multilingual notifications and family messaging across several channels
  • Provides web, iOS, and Android access for educators and families
  • Real-time reports with filters, trend comparisons, and spreadsheet exports
  • Integrates with PowerSchool, Aeries, Skyward, and other SIS platforms
  • Supports roster imports, role controls, drafts, and mobile referral entry
Cons
  • School-contract and demo-based purchasing adds a sales step
  • Broad functionality may exceed the needs of schools seeking a narrow behavior tool
  • Its workflows span multiple school teams and may require coordinated administration
  • Starts at $500 per school per year with no free plan
  • No free trial, and refunds are unavailable for the remaining term
  • Schools needing broader intervention planning should compare alternatives
Our verdict

DeansList is an online platform for K–12 schools and districts managing student behavior, office referrals, attendance, interventions, school culture, and family communication. Teachers can submit referrals, record behavior, communicate…

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SWIS is an online behavior information system for schools recording student behavior referrals and turning that information into reports. It is designed for school teams implementing school-wide positive behavioral interventions and…

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  1. DeansListBehavior Management Software 9.0Pricing on request
  2. SWISBehavior Management Software 8.2Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • DeansList — where it wins

    • Combines incident tracking, referrals, rewards, PBIS, SEL, and MTSS workflows
    • Supports multilingual notifications and family messaging across several channels
    • Provides web, iOS, and Android access for educators and families

    Where it doesn't

    • School-contract and demo-based purchasing adds a sales step
    • Broad functionality may exceed the needs of schools seeking a narrow behavior tool
    • Its workflows span multiple school teams and may require coordinated administration

  • SWIS — where it wins

    • Real-time reports with filters, trend comparisons, and spreadsheet exports
    • Integrates with PowerSchool, Aeries, Skyward, and other SIS platforms
    • Supports roster imports, role controls, drafts, and mobile referral entry

    Where it doesn't

    • Starts at $500 per school per year with no free plan
    • No free trial, and refunds are unavailable for the remaining term
    • Schools needing broader intervention planning should compare alternatives
  • DeansList9.0/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad K–12 behavior platform combining MTSS, PBIS, SEL, referrals, and family communication.

    Visit DeansListFull verdict →
  • SWIS8.2/10 · Paid

    A focused PBIS referral system with real-time analysis, SIS integrations, and mobile entry.

    Visit SWISFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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