KyberClassroom vs Lightspeed Classroom

KyberClassroom is a classroom management tool for K–12 schools, included in every KyberGate plan without a separate license or add-on charge. Teachers can view live device thumbnails, URLs, page titles and on-task or off-task status, then open a detailed view of a student device. They can lock one device or all devices and display a custom lock-screen message. Focus mode restricts a session to approved domains and expires when class ends; teachers can also push a webpage to student devices so it opens automatically. The product describes a dashboard for iPads, Chromebooks, Macs and Windows devices, and lists iOS, ChromeOS, Windows, macOS and web browser support. Google Classroom imports classes, students and teachers, while Clever offers roster sync through its Secure Sync API. Other listed integrations include Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra ID, Apple School Manager, LDAP/Active Directory, and MDM and SIS platforms. Every plan includes a free 30-day pilot with full access and no credit card required. Basic costs $5 a year, billed at $5/device/year, for 1,000–4,999 devices, with a 4,999-device limit. Pro costs $9 a year, billed at $9/device/year, and supports unlimited devices. Enterprise pricing is custom and not listed.

Lightspeed Classroom is a classroom management solution that gives teachers controls for student screens and web activity. Teachers can view, lock, and record screens, receive alerts about unusual browsing, restrict web access, set tab limits, and close off-task tabs. They can organize students into groups with custom browsing rules and curriculum links, add co-teachers, and merge classes. The product provides visibility and notifications about classroom AI activity. It interoperates with Lightspeed Hall Monitor to show hall-pass reports and integrates with Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Lightspeed Classroom works on Chromebooks, Windows devices, and Macs; its FAQ says third-party screen monitoring does not work on iOS. Administrators can decide whether screen monitoring is enabled off campus. Lightspeed offers weekly live online teacher training, an on-demand video course, documentation, and help materials. The company says data is encrypted at rest using AES and in transit using TLS, and that it undergoes an annual independent SOC 2 Type II audit. Pricing is available by request.