SISLMS vs Competitors

See how SISLMS by NAS compares to PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Skyward, and other leading SIS solutions

Why Choose SISLMS?

SISLMS by NAS offers enterprise-grade features at a fraction of the cost of traditional SIS solutions. Built with modern technology, designed for Wisconsin schools, and backed by local support.

Feature Comparison

Feature SISLMS by NAS PowerSchool Infinite Campus Skyward Gradelink
Student Information Management Full SIS Full SIS Full SIS Full SIS Basic SIS
Learning Management System (LMS) Integrated LMS ~ Separate module ~ Separate module ~ Separate module Limited
Google Classroom Integration Native integration ~ Third-party ~ Third-party ~ Third-party No
Multi-Language Support EN, MR, HI ~ Limited ~ Limited ~ Limited English only
Real-Time Reporting & Analytics 12+ report types Advanced Advanced Advanced ~ Basic
Financial Management Integrated Separate module Separate module Separate module Limited
Messaging & Notifications Built-in ~ Add-on ~ Add-on ~ Add-on No
Row-Level Security (RLS) 100% coverage Yes Yes Yes ~ Basic
FERPA Compliance Full compliance Full compliance Full compliance Full compliance Full compliance
WSDPA Ready (Wisconsin) Ready to sign ~ Generic ~ Generic ~ Generic ~ Generic
Cloud-Based Architecture Modern cloud-native Cloud/On-premise Cloud/On-premise Cloud/On-premise Cloud
Mobile Access Responsive web Native apps Native apps Native apps ~ Responsive web
Setup & Implementation Days (not months) ~ 3-6 months ~ 3-6 months ~ 3-6 months Weeks
Customization High flexibility ~ Limited ~ Limited ~ Limited ~ Low
Support & Training Direct to developer ~ Support tickets ~ Support tickets ~ Support tickets ~ Email support
Data Export CSV, JSON, Excel Multiple formats Multiple formats Multiple formats ~ CSV
API Access RESTful API API available API available API available Limited

Pricing Comparison

Annual Cost for 100 Students

Solution Pricing Model Annual Cost (100 students) Setup Fees Total Year 1
SISLMS by NAS Monthly subscription $600 - $1,200 $0 $600 - $1,200
PowerSchool Per student $800 - $1,200 $5,000 - $15,000 $5,800 - $16,200
Infinite Campus Per student $600 - $1,000 $5,000 - $15,000 $5,600 - $16,000
Skyward Per student $700 - $1,100 $5,000 - $15,000 $5,700 - $16,100
Gradelink Per student $400 - $800 $1,000 - $3,000 $1,400 - $3,800

💡 SISLMS Savings: Save $4,200 - $15,000 in Year 1 compared to enterprise solutions, with no setup fees and transparent monthly pricing.

Key Differentiators

💰 Cost Efficiency

40-60% lower cost than PowerSchool and Infinite Campus, with no hidden setup fees. Transparent monthly pricing that scales with your school size.

⚡ Fast Implementation

Days, not months. Get up and running quickly with our streamlined setup process. No lengthy implementation projects or expensive consultants required.

🏠 Local Wisconsin Support

Direct access to the development team. Wisconsin-based support means faster response times and understanding of local requirements.

🔐 WSDPA Compliance

Ready to sign Wisconsin Student Data Privacy Agreement immediately. Pre-prepared contract template with all required provisions.

🤖 Modern Technology

Cloud-native architecture built with React, TypeScript, and Supabase. No legacy system limitations or technical debt.

📚 Integrated LMS

Built-in Learning Management System - no need for separate LMS subscriptions. Seamless integration between SIS and LMS functionality.

🌐 Multi-Language Support

English, Marathi, and Hindi support built-in. Perfect for diverse school communities and international students.

🔄 Continuous Innovation

AI-assisted development means faster feature updates and improvements. Regular updates based on user feedback and modern best practices.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Comparison

3-Year TCO for 100-Student School

Solution Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 3-Year Total
SISLMS by NAS $600 - $1,200 $600 - $1,200 $600 - $1,200 $1,800 - $3,600
PowerSchool $5,800 - $16,200 $800 - $1,200 $800 - $1,200 $7,400 - $18,600
Infinite Campus $5,600 - $16,000 $600 - $1,000 $600 - $1,000 $6,800 - $18,000
Skyward $5,700 - $16,100 $700 - $1,100 $700 - $1,100 $7,100 - $18,300
Gradelink $1,400 - $3,800 $400 - $800 $400 - $800 $2,200 - $5,400

💡 SISLMS 3-Year Savings: Save $400 - $15,000 over 3 years compared to competitors, with better features and local support.

Implementation & Support Comparison

Service SISLMS by NAS PowerSchool Infinite Campus Skyward
Implementation Time Days 3-6 months 3-6 months 3-6 months
Setup Fees $0 $5,000 - $15,000 $5,000 - $15,000 $5,000 - $15,000
Training Required Minimal (intuitive UI) Extensive Extensive Extensive
Support Response Time 24 hours (direct to dev) 2-5 business days 2-5 business days 2-5 business days
Custom Development Available & affordable Expensive Expensive Expensive
Feature Requests Directly to development team Product roadmap (slow) Product roadmap (slow) Product roadmap (slow)

Why Schools Choose SISLMS

✅ Proven Track Record

SISLMS is already serving schools with comprehensive features including student management, LMS, reporting, and compliance. Production-ready and battle-tested.

✅ Comprehensive Documentation

Complete documentation covering architecture, SDLS, requirements, user guides, and developer documentation - all following industry best practices.

✅ Security First

100% Row-Level Security (RLS) coverage, enterprise-grade encryption, and comprehensive audit logging. SOC 2 Type 2 certified infrastructure.

✅ No Vendor Lock-In

Easy data export in multiple formats. Your data, your control. No proprietary formats that make it difficult to switch later.

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