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ExploreLearning Gizmos vs PraxiLabs
ExploreLearning Gizmos leads on 1 check, PraxiLabs on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreExploreLearning Gizmos · 9.2/10
- Free planonly ExploreLearning Gizmos
- Free trialboth
ExploreLearning Gizmos scores higher on our rubric for stem education platforms: 9.2 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.
ExploreLearning Gizmos offers free plan; PraxiLabs doesn't.
ExploreLearning Gizmos is the better fit for K–12 math and science simulation lessons. PraxiLabs is the better fit for affordable multi-subject virtual science labs.
- ExploreLearning Gizmos fits best
K–12 math and science simulation lessons
- PraxiLabs fits best
Affordable multi-subject virtual science labs
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Side by side
| Feature | ExploreLearning Gizmos 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | PraxiLabs 8.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.3 |
| Ranking | #1 in STEM Education Platforms | #7 in STEM Education Platforms |
| Best for | K–12 math and science simulation lessons | Affordable multi-subject virtual science labs |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $44.99/user/yr |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 30 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs | Email · 24/7 |
| Integrations | 3 integrations | 3 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ExploreLearning Gizmos 0/6 · PraxiLabs 0/6 | ||
| Virtual labs | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Engineering projects | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Coding/robotics curriculum | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Teacher dashboard | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Standards alignment | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| VR support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Student seats | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ExploreLearning Gizmos brings interactive math and science simulations, virtual labs, STEM Cases, and guided investigations into a browser-based platform for grades 3–12. It is designed for schools and districts that want students to… Read the review → |
PraxiLabs brings biology, chemistry, and physics experiments into interactive 3D virtual labs, delivered through a web browser on a computer or laptop without installation. Its audience ranges from individual learners to educators and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ExploreLearning Gizmos — where it wins
- More than 550 interactive math and science simulations, labs, and STEM Cases
- Guided investigations, lesson materials, and embedded formative assessments
- Progress reports, heatmaps, and rostering through OneRoster, Clever, or ClassLink
Where it doesn't
- Free access is limited to a rotating collection of Gizmos
- School and district subscriptions require a customized quote
- Focuses on math and science rather than a broad range of subjects
PraxiLabs — where it wins
- Interactive biology, chemistry, and physics simulations
- Guidance, quizzes, and progress analytics support structured practice
- Integrates with Moodle, Canvas, and Blackboard
Where it doesn't
- The Free Plan is limited to one month
- Monthly pricing is per user, so costs rise with learner count
- Teacher, school, university, and custom plan prices are not specified here
- ExploreLearning Gizmos9.2/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A K–12 STEM platform pairing simulations with guided investigations and classroom assessment tools.
Visit siteFull verdict → - PraxiLabs8.3/10 · 30-day trial
Guided 3D labs across science subjects, with individual and institutional plans.
Visit PraxiLabsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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