Shlomi Lavi /
Mar 01, 2023
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - SIMS or Alma?
Alma is more expensive to implement (TCO) than SIMS, and Alma is rated higher (90/100) than SIMS (62/100).
Looking for the right School Management solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:
Technology Management Solutions Vs. Alma
Technology Management Solutions: Technology Management Solutions, LLC delivers a unique, cutting edge solution in Inventory Tracking and Equipment Maintenance Management, using innovative technology that automates the complex, time intensive processes involved in inventory and maintenance management. Technology Management Solutions web-based technology provides real-time access to...
Alma:
Alma simplifies school management by bringing together administrative functions and student and classroom information in one simple, easy to use platform.
Intuitive design and search reduce the time needed to complete common tasks, so administrators can quickly and easily manage courses, classes, generate reports, and monitor the status of tea...
Who is more expensive? SIMS or Alma?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of School Management software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for SIMS and Alma.
SIMS price starts at $14,800 per license , On a scale between 1 to 10 SIMS is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of School Management software. Alma price starts at $500 per year , When comparing Alma to its competitors, the software is rated 6 - similar to the average School Management software cost.
Bottom line: Alma is more expensive than SIMS.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared SIMS Vs. Alma based on some of the most important and required School Management features.
SIMS: We are still working to collect the list of features for SIMS.
Alma: We are still working to collect the list of features for Alma.
Target customer size
SIMS's typical customers include: SMBs,
Alma School Management Software serves K-12 schools and educational institutions across the United States.