InstiKit vs Class ON
Class ON is a cloud school app and ERP from Ludhiana, billed per student with a setup fee and a one-year minimum. InstiKit publishes its per-student Cloud prices, has no setup fee, and can also be self-hosted.
Facts checked on 20 October 2026.
Which one should you choose?
Choose InstiKit if
- You want published prices and no setup fee: InstiKit Cloud is ₹100 to ₹250 per student per year.
- You want the option to run the ERP on your own server with a one-time licence.
- You need hostel and mess management.
- You want to try the full product first with a free demo account, or start free with InstiKit Lite.
Choose Class ON if
- You want a separate driver app and van tracking without GPS hardware.
- Parents and staff need the apps in regional languages such as Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati or Tamil.
- You are in Punjab and want a vendor with offices in Ludhiana, Malout and Moga.
At a glance
| Feature | InstiKit | Class ON |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Cloud from ₹100 per student per year; self-hosted from $49 one-time (Lite free) | Per student, on request; quarterly, half-yearly or yearly billing |
| Setup fee and contract | No setup fee | Setup fee and a 1-year minimum contract |
| Hosting | InstiKit Cloud, or your own server | Cloud |
| Mobile apps | Free Android and iOS apps | School, teacher, parent and driver apps for Android and iOS |
| Trial | Free demo account; Lite edition free | 15 to 30 day free trial |
| Vendor | ScriptMint | Smartway Media, Ludhiana, launched 2016; claims 1,000+ schools |
Modules and features
| Feature | InstiKit | Class ON |
|---|---|---|
| Admissions and enquiries | Included | Included |
| Fees and online payments | Included, with Razorpay, CCAvenue, PayU and more | Included, with Razorpay, CCAvenue, PayU and bank gateways |
| Exams, admit cards and report cards | Included | Included |
| Online classes and tests | Included | Included |
| Library and inventory | Included | Included |
| Transport | Included | Included, with device-less van tracking |
| Hostel and mess | Premium and Cloud | Not listed |
| HR and payroll | Included | Teacher manager |
| Tally integration | Included | Included |
| Premium and Cloud | Included | |
| Biometric attendance | Premium and Cloud | Included, with RFID and QR |
| Self-hosting | Lite, Regular and Premium editions | Not stated |
InstiKit edition details are on the edition comparison.
What it costs in practice
A school with 500 students over three years, before taxes.
InstiKit
- InstiKit Cloud Growth (₹150 per student per year × 500 × 3 years), no setup fee
- ₹2,25,000
- Or InstiKit Premium, self-hosted (one-time) plus your own server
- $299
Class ON
- Class ON per-student subscription
- Not published
- Setup fee
- Not published
InstiKit prices are listed on our pricing page. Class ON bills per student plus a setup fee and 18% GST; ask for both figures to compare.
Switching from Class ON
- 1Export students, guardians and staff from Class ON as spreadsheets.
- 2Import them into InstiKit with the built-in student, guardian, employee and fee payment imports, then set up classes, fee structures and exams.
- 3Plan the switch around the end of your Class ON contract term.
- 4Our team can help plan the move, and Premium includes free installation.
See InstiKit with your own eyes
Get a free demo school account with sample data, or start with InstiKit Lite, which is free for small schools.
Frequently asked questions
Is InstiKit a good Class ON alternative?
Yes, if you want published prices with no setup fee, the option to self-host, or hostel and mess management. Class ON suits schools that want a driver app, device-less van tracking and regional-language apps.
How much does Class ON cost?
Class ON bills per student, quarterly, half-yearly or yearly, plus a setup fee and 18% GST, with a one-year minimum. It shares rates on request. InstiKit Cloud costs ₹100 to ₹250 per student per year with no setup fee.
Can I move my data from Class ON to InstiKit?
Yes. Export students, guardians and staff as spreadsheets and import them into InstiKit. Classes, fee structures and exam settings are set up once in InstiKit.
Sources
Class ON is a product of Smartway Media, which is not affiliated with InstiKit. Facts were checked on 20 October 2026 from the public pages below and may have changed since.