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# Compare iSAMS vs Ed-admin

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> Detailed comparison between iSAMS and Ed-admin. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | iSAMS | Ed-admin |
| **Overall rating** | 3.2/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 6 | 8 |
| **Starting Price** | £6,000.00 | ZAR 3,300.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### iSAMS

Independent Schools, Independent Prep Schools, British International Schools, Grammar Schools, Comprehensive Schools

### Ed-admin

All different types of educational institutions such as K-12, K-13, higher education, nursery, seasonal schools and camps, NGOs, and governmental bodies.

## Key features

### iSAMS

- API
- Activity Tracking
- Admissions Management
- Assessment Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Curriculum Management
- Document Management
- Facility Management
- Faculty/Staff Management
- Financial Management
- For Higher Education
- Independent/Private
- K-12
- Online Calendar
- Online Payments
- Parent/Student Portal
- Reporting/Analytics
- Special Education
- Student Information/Records

### Ed-admin

- Admissions Management
- Assessment Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Bookstore Management
- Curriculum Management
- Facility Management
- Faculty/Staff Management
- Financial Management
- For Higher Education
- Independent/Private
- K-12
- Online Calendar
- Online Payments
- Parent/Student Portal
- Reporting/Analytics
- Special Education
- Student Information/Records

## Links

- [View iSAMS Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/52870/isams)
- [View Ed-admin Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/153236/ed-admin)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/52870/153236/isams/vs/ed-admin)

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