Classroom Pulse vs Motivity: ABA Data Collection Compared
Compare school-focused behavior tracking with clinical ABA data collection
Classroom Pulse Advantages
- Built for school-based behavior tracking
- Voice data entry for faster logging
- Free tier available
- FERPA-compliant for schools
- IEP goal integration
- 15-minute setup
⚖️Motivity Advantages
- Clinical ABA data collection focus
- Skill acquisition programming
- Session-based data collection
- Clinical graphing tools
- RBT task list integration
- Supervision documentation
Our Verdict
Classroom Pulse excels for school-based behavior tracking with its voice entry and educational focus. Motivity is better suited for clinical ABA settings requiring skill acquisition programming and session-based data collection.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Classroom Pulse | Motivity |
|---|---|---|
Primary Focus Main use case | Schools & education | Clinical ABA |
Voice Data Entry Hands-free logging | ||
Free Tier No-cost option | Yes, 3 students | No |
Setup Time Time to get started | 15 minutes | 1-2 hours |
Skill Acquisition DTT/NET programming | Basic tracking | Comprehensive |
Session Notes Clinical session documentation | Basic notes | Detailed clinical |
IEP Integration Educational goal tracking | Limited | |
FERPA Compliance Educational privacy | HIPAA focused | |
AI Behavior Insights Pattern detection | Basic | |
FBA Reports Automatic report generation | 1-click generation | Manual |
Graphing Data visualization | Automatic charts | Clinical graphs |
Mobile App Phone/tablet support | PWA (all devices) | Native apps |
Pricing Comparison
Classroom Pulse Pricing
- FreeFree (3 students)
- Essential$14.99/month (15 students)
- Professional$39.99/month (30 students)
- DistrictCustom (districts)
Motivity Pricing
- Free/BasicNo free tier
- Starter$39/month per user
- Pro$59/month per user
- EnterpriseContact for pricing
Which Solution is Best For You?
Choose Classroom Pulse if you...
- Special education classrooms
- School-based BCBAs
- School psychologists
- General education with IEPs
- Para-educators
- School districts
Consider Motivity if you...
- Private ABA clinics
- In-home ABA therapy
- Clinical BCBAs
- RBT supervision
- Insurance-funded services
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Classroom Pulse better than Motivity for schools?
For school settings, yes. Classroom Pulse is purpose-built for educational environments with FERPA compliance, IEP integration, and school-friendly pricing. Motivity is designed for clinical ABA settings with skill acquisition programming that schools typically do not need.
Does Classroom Pulse support skill acquisition tracking?
Classroom Pulse supports basic skill tracking tied to IEP goals. For comprehensive DTT/NET skill acquisition programming required in clinical ABA, Motivity may be more suitable.
Which is more affordable for teachers?
Classroom Pulse is significantly more affordable. With a free tier for up to 3 students and plans starting at $14.99/month for 15 students, it costs less than a single Motivity user license.
Can I switch from Motivity to Classroom Pulse?
Yes. School-based practitioners who find Motivity too clinical-focused often switch to Classroom Pulse. We offer data import assistance to help with the transition.
Ready to try Classroom Pulse?
Start free with 3 students. No credit card required.