Compare Firefly and Google Classroom 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (100.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Firefly
Star Rating
(11)3.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (100.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about FireflyGoogle Classroom
Star Rating
(1,467)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google ClassroomSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Google Classroom excels in its ease of use, with a score of 9.0, making it intuitive for both teachers and students to navigate. In contrast, Firefly has a lower ease of use rating, which some users find less straightforward.
- Reviewers mention that Google Classroom's integration capabilities are robust, particularly with Google Drive and other Google services, allowing for seamless file sharing and collaboration. Firefly, while it offers integration, does not have the same level of connectivity with widely used tools, which can hinder workflow.
- G2 users highlight Google Classroom's strong analytics features, which provide valuable insights into student performance and engagement. Firefly's analytics, while present, are noted to be less comprehensive, leading to some frustration among users who seek detailed reporting.
- Users on G2 appreciate Google Classroom's multimedia capabilities, allowing for diverse content delivery, including videos and interactive assignments. Firefly, however, has received feedback that its multimedia options are more limited, which can restrict creative teaching methods.
- Reviewers say that Google Classroom's messaging features, including student messaging and mass messaging, are highly effective for communication. Firefly's messaging capabilities are seen as less user-friendly, which can complicate communication between teachers and students.
- Users report that Google Classroom's gradebook functionality is well-received, providing an easy way to track student progress. In comparison, Firefly's gradebook has been described as less intuitive, leading to challenges in managing grades efficiently.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Firefly
No pricing availableGoogle Classroom
No pricing availableFree Trial
Firefly
No trial information availableGoogle Classroom
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
Not enough data
8.9
1,151
Ease of Use
Not enough data
9.0
1,158
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
9.0
265
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.9
250
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.7
985
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.9
208
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
5
9.3
1,109
Features by Category
Functionality
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Integration
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Platform Content
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Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
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Platform Data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Firefly and Google Classroom are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS)
Unique Categories
Firefly is categorized as Classroom Messaging and K-12 Student Information Systems
Google Classroom has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Firefly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Google Classroom
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Education Management
50.0%
Research
16.7%
Music
16.7%
E-Learning
16.7%
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Other
0.0%
Education Management
35.2%
Primary/Secondary Education
21.7%
Higher Education
14.9%
E-Learning
7.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.0%
Other
17.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Firefly
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Education Management
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Education Management
a complicated way to send tasks, extra unnecessary steps needed to grade and send, little glitches like the date being off, students need extra login email, app doesn't send notifications so students don't know when a new task is posted
Google Classroom
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Damion W.
Verified User in Biotechnology
Google Classroom is easy to use. It allows you to conduct dialogues with students. If you are already familiar with Google products, you will easily understand this interface. Deep integration with Google services. It is easy for you to send students...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Education Management
It’s almost impossible to use this site to communicate with families who have different emails other than gmail.
Verified User in Education Management
Damion W.
Verified User in Biotechnology
Google Classroom is easy to use. It allows you to conduct dialogues with students. If you are already familiar with Google products, you will easily understand this interface. Deep integration with Google services. It is easy for you to send students...
Verified User in Education Management
a complicated way to send tasks, extra unnecessary steps needed to grade and send, little glitches like the date being off, students need extra login email, app doesn't send notifications so students don't know when a new task is posted
Verified User in Education Management
It’s almost impossible to use this site to communicate with families who have different emails other than gmail.
Discussions
Firefly has no discussions with answers
Is Google classroom free for anyone?
5 comments
SG
Yes, it is free. You can create classroom or join classsroom where different relevant documents, links or file etc can be shared and accessed by whole class.Read more
Is there any way to post illustrative pictures within assignments in the main board?
4 comments
CL
The text provides steps for adding a photo to an assignment on an Android device. It involves selecting the class and assignment, accessing your work, and...Read more
Is there a timeline or beta testing for linking Classroom with Records Suites like Skyward?
4 comments
JB
I am not really sure but I will look into itRead more
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