Head-to-head · Student Information Systems
QuickSchools vs iSAMS
QuickSchools leads on 0 checks, iSAMS on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreQuickSchools · 8.8/10
- Free trialonly QuickSchools
QuickSchools scores higher on our rubric for student information systems: 8.8 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.
QuickSchools is the better fit for small schools seeking low-cost cloud SIS. iSAMS is the better fit for international schools needing comprehensive administration.
- QuickSchools fits best
Small schools seeking low-cost cloud SIS
- iSAMS fits best
International schools needing comprehensive administration
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Side by side
| Feature | QuickSchools 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | iSAMS 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #4 in Student Information Systems | #6 in Student Information Systems |
| Best for | Small schools seeking low-cost cloud SIS | International schools needing comprehensive administration |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $0.99/user/mo | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | 30 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs |
| Compliance | GDPR, SSO/SAML | ISO 27001 |
| Integrations | 12 integrations | 200+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features QuickSchools 1/5 · iSAMS 1/5 | ||
| Enrollment workflows | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Transcript management | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Student portal | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| API access | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Attendance tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Hosting | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | QuickSchools is a cloud-based student information and school management system for administrators, teachers, students, and parents. It brings together student and teacher records, attendance, admissions, fee tracking, gradebooks, report… Read the review → |
iSAMS is a cloud-based student information system for independent, international, online, and multi-school K-12 organisations. It brings student records, attendance, gradebooks, parent and student portals, admissions, timetabling,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
QuickSchools — where it wins
- Starts at $0.99 per student per month with a 30-day trial
- Covers records, attendance, admissions, fees, gradebooks, and portals
- Connects with Google, Microsoft, QuickBooks, Zoom, and learning platforms
Where it doesn't
- The 30-student minimum charge applies per school
- Enterprise pricing requires contact for schools above 300 students
- Advanced scheduling and activities require the Athena plan
iSAMS — where it wins
- Covers records, attendance, gradebooks, admissions, billing, and exams
- Web, iOS, Android, REST, and Batch API access
- Integrates with Canvas, Toddle, Schoolbox, Teams, and Google Classroom
Where it doesn't
- Core platform pricing requires contact with sales
- Broad modular coverage may require careful implementation planning
- It is proprietary rather than open-source
- QuickSchools8.8/10 · 30-day trial
A low-cost cloud SIS covering core school administration, portals, payments, and scheduling.
Visit QuickSchoolsFull verdict → - iSAMS8.6/10 · Pricing on request
A broad SIS covering academics, administration, finance, admissions, and integrations.
Visit iSAMSFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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