Opiq vs VitalSource Bookshelf

Opiq is a cloud-based learning environment and digital learning-material library for students, teachers, schools, and individual users. Its library contains more than 500 works from publishers and content creators, with materials described as aligned to the national curriculum and reviewed for facts and language. Teachers can assign tasks, create exercises, and track progress by chapter and student; many exercises are checked automatically. AI features find related material across subjects and textbook levels, while OpiqGPT combines chat with a language model and textbook text. Opiq connects with eKool and Stuudium for assigned homework, and eKool teachers can import graded results. It runs on Android, iOS, and web, with annotation and read-aloud support. A free plan is available, with paid access from €1/mo. The app requires an account, and paid licenses must be ordered on the website. Individual licenses are for personal use outside general education.

VitalSource Bookshelf is an app for reading and studying eTextbooks and other digital learning materials on Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows. Its study tools include highlighting, notes, flashcards, bookmarks, citations, search, and read-aloud. Users can download titles in desktop or mobile apps for offline reading and study, and notes and highlights sync across registered devices. VitalSource says the app supports assistive technologies for people with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments. It can be installed on up to two computers and two mobile devices at a time. Integrations support learning management system access, single sign-on, roster sync, and grade pass-back. The app is free to install at free, while eTextbook content may require purchase or an active license; pricing is also listed on request. For offline access to a lifetime-access eTextbook, download it within 180 days of purchase. VitalSource says assignments and library filters are being deprecated as part of a Bookshelf experience update.