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Head-to-head · Online Proctoring Software

ExamSoft vs Pearson OnVUE

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score ExamSoft #2 in Online Proctoring Software 8.2/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit ExamSoft
Pearson OnVUE #4 in Online Proctoring Software 7.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 5 features Visit Pearson OnVUE

ExamSoft leads on 0 checks, Pearson OnVUE on 4, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreExamSoft · 8.2/10
  • Most featuresPearson OnVUE · 4 of 5

ExamSoft scores higher on our rubric for online proctoring software: 8.2 against 7.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.

Pearson OnVUE offers identity verification; ExamSoft doesn't publish it. Pearson OnVUE offers automated monitoring; ExamSoft doesn't publish it. Pearson OnVUE offers live proctoring; ExamSoft doesn't publish it. Pearson OnVUE offers browser lockdown; ExamSoft doesn't publish it.

ExamSoft is the better fit for assessment programs needing secure delivery and grading. Pearson OnVUE is the better fit for pearson VUE exam delivery environments.

  • ExamSoft fits best

    Assessment programs needing secure delivery and grading

  • Pearson OnVUE fits best

    Pearson VUE exam delivery environments

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Side by side

Feature ExamSoft 8.2/10 Visit ↗ Pearson OnVUE 7.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.2 7.4
Ranking #2 in Online Proctoring Software #4 in Online Proctoring Software
Best for Assessment programs needing secure delivery and grading Pearson VUE exam delivery environments
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan Not published —
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS Web, Windows, macOS
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance GDPR, SSO/SAML ISO 27001, PCI DSS
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ExamSoft 0/5 · Pearson OnVUE 4/5
Identity verification Not published ✓ (best)
Automated monitoring Not published ✓ (best)
Live proctoring Not published ✓ (best)
Browser lockdown Not published ✓ (best)
LMS integrations Not published Not published
Specs
Recording retention Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Secure offline delivery with device lockdown through Examplify
  • Mixed grading supports automated, manual, and rubric-based assessment
  • Integrates with major LMS, directory, and SSO standards
  • Combines ID checks, room scans, human monitoring, and AI assistance
  • Includes recorded audio and video sessions with browser lockdown
  • Connects remote delivery with Pearson VUE registration and exam records
Cons
  • Pricing requires contact with sales
  • Remote-proctoring coverage is less comprehensive than specialized alternatives
  • Secure exams require supported desktop or iPad applications
  • Pricing requires contact with Pearson VUE
  • No free plan is available
  • Its fit is centered on Pearson VUE exam delivery rather than broad LMS use
Our verdict

ExamSoft is a digital assessment platform for higher education, secondary education, professional programs, certification bodies, and licensing organizations. Administrators work in the web-based ExamSoft Portal for question banking,…

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Pearson OnVUE is Pearson VUE’s online proctoring system for delivering eligible certification, licensure, and other high-stakes exams remotely. It is designed for exam owners that want candidates to test from a private location while…

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  1. ExamSoftOnline Proctoring Software 8.2Pricing on request
  2. Pearson OnVUEOnline Proctoring Software 7.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ExamSoft — where it wins

    • Secure offline delivery with device lockdown through Examplify
    • Mixed grading supports automated, manual, and rubric-based assessment
    • Integrates with major LMS, directory, and SSO standards

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contact with sales
    • Remote-proctoring coverage is less comprehensive than specialized alternatives
    • Secure exams require supported desktop or iPad applications

  • Pearson OnVUE — where it wins

    • Combines ID checks, room scans, human monitoring, and AI assistance
    • Includes recorded audio and video sessions with browser lockdown
    • Connects remote delivery with Pearson VUE registration and exam records

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contact with Pearson VUE
    • No free plan is available
    • Its fit is centered on Pearson VUE exam delivery rather than broad LMS use

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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