Lumio
Lumio: A broad browser-based classroom workspace for mixed lesson files and interactive teaching. Ranked #1 of 27 in Interactive Classroom Software by our editors (9.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for schools using mixed lesson file formats.
At a glance
- Editor score9.1 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSchools using mixed lesson file formats
- Free planYes
- Paid from$59/user/yr
- Founded1987 · Calgary, Alberta, Canada
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Imports and edits PDF, Google Slides, PowerPoint and SMART Notebook files
- Combines quizzes, polls, discussions, collaboration and formative assessment
- Supports Google, Microsoft, major LMS platforms and school rostering tools
Where it doesn't
- Free plan limits lesson storage to 100MB
- Team libraries and co-editing require the Spark plan
- Web-only access may not suit schools needing a native desktop app
Our verdict on Lumio
Lumio is a web-based interactive classroom platform for K–12, higher education and professional development. Educators can create, import and edit lessons, deliver them live or asynchronously, and involve students through games, quizzes, polls, discussions and collaborative workspaces. It also supports formative assessments, real-time feedback and post-lesson review of student work. Browser access on any device makes Lumio a fit for schools that work across varied lesson formats and teaching environments.
The Free plan includes lesson creation, quiz-based activities and 100MB of lesson storage. Standard costs $59 USD per user per year with annual billing and adds unlimited lesson storage plus import and editing for PowerPoint, PDF, Google Slides and SMART Notebook files. Spark adds shared and team libraries, co-editing, AI Assist and LMS integrations. Pricing and payment methods vary by region and license quantity, so schools should assess the applicable regional terms before selecting a plan. The free tier suits initial adoption or lighter lesson libraries, while Standard is the clearer fit for educators managing imported materials at individual scale.
Lumio’s ecosystem is a major part of its fit. Integrations include Google Drive, Google Slides, Google Classroom, Microsoft Accounts, PowerPoint, Canvas, Schoology, D2L Brightspace, ClassLink and OneRoster. That combination supports schools balancing Google and Microsoft environments with established learning management and rostering systems. AI Assist can generate lessons and activities, while live and student-paced delivery supports different classroom models. Schools seeking a browser-based platform with broad file compatibility and interactive assessment should consider Lumio. Those needing a native desktop application or team collaboration without the Spark plan may prefer a different option.
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Lumio fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $59/user/yr |
| Max participants | Not verified |
| Interactive presentations | Yes |
| Live polls | Yes |
| Quiz activities | Yes |
| Audience questions | Not verified |
| Assessment reports | Yes |
| LMS integration | Yes |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 10 integrations: Google Drive, Google Slides, Google Classroom, Microsoft Accounts, PowerPoint, Canvas … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | smarttech.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Lumio integrations
Lumio lists 10 integrations on its own site.
- Google Drive
- Google Slides
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Accounts
- PowerPoint
- Canvas
- Schoology
- D2L Brightspace
- ClassLink
- OneRoster
Alternatives to Lumio
- NearpodA web-based classroom platform with broad interactive lesson and assessment tools.8.8
- WaygroundAssessment-focused classroom software with live sessions, AI creation, and broad LMS synchronization.8.7
- LessonUpA focused classroom tool for building lessons, collecting responses, and reviewing learning insights.8.5
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