InstiKit vs Ekattor
Ekattor comes in two versions on CodeCanyon: Ekattor 8 on Laravel with a built-in multi-school panel, and the older Ekattor 7 on CodeIgniter. This page compares InstiKit mainly with Ekattor 8.
Facts checked on 20 October 2026.
Which one should you choose?
Choose InstiKit if
- You want HR and payroll, transport, inventory and finance in the licence instead of as separate add-ons.
- You want free Android and iOS apps for teachers, parents and students.
- You need WhatsApp messages, biometric devices or QR attendance.
- You want a hosted option too: InstiKit Cloud runs the same product for you.
Choose Ekattor if
- You want a multi-school panel with subscription packages in the base product.
- You only need the core academic features and prefer to buy on CodeCanyon, where its base licence is listed below InstiKit Regular.
- You already run Ekattor and your staff are trained on it.
At a glance
| Feature | InstiKit | Ekattor |
|---|---|---|
| Licence price | Lite free, Regular $49 direct ($59 on CodeCanyon), Premium $299 (one-time) | Ekattor 8: Regular $55, Extended $350. Ekattor 7: Regular $50, Extended $425 |
| Hosted option | InstiKit Cloud, billed per student per year | Self-hosted licence on CodeCanyon |
| Framework | Laravel, Vue.js 3, Tailwind CSS | Ekattor 8: Laravel. Ekattor 7: CodeIgniter 3 |
| Server | PHP 8.x, MySQL, shared server or VPS | Ekattor 8: PHP 8.x. Ekattor 7: PHP 7.x |
| Multi-school | Multi-branch with Premium; SaaS edition for resellers | Built into Ekattor 8; $30 add-on for Ekattor 7 |
| Support included | 12 months when bought direct (6 months for Regular on CodeCanyon) | 6 months, extendable to 12 for a fee |
| Mobile apps | Free Android and iOS apps | Student Flutter app sold separately ($45) |
| Latest release | Version 5.7.0, July 2026 | Ekattor 8 version 2.6, September 2026 |
Modules and features
| Feature | InstiKit | Ekattor |
|---|---|---|
| Admissions, students and guardians | Included | Included |
| Exams, marksheets and admit cards | Regular and above | Included |
| Finance and accounting | Included | Finance add-on bundle ($30) |
| HR and payroll | Included | HR add-on ($30) |
| Transport | Regular and above | Transport add-on ($30) |
| Inventory | Regular and above | Inventory add-on ($30) |
| Hostel | Premium | Included since version 2.4 |
| Assignments and online classes | Included | Add-ons ($30 to $35 each) |
| SMS messages | Included | SMS center add-on ($30) |
| Premium | Not listed | |
| QR code attendance | Included | Not listed |
| Biometric attendance | Premium (device integration) | Ekattor 7 add-on ($25) |
| Android and iOS apps | Free on the app stores | Student Flutter app sold separately ($45) |
InstiKit edition details are on the edition comparison.
What it costs in practice
One school that wants transport, inventory and a mobile app, bought on regular licences.
InstiKit
- InstiKit Regular (transport, inventory, library, 12 months support, bought direct)
- $49
- Android and iOS apps
- Free
Ekattor
- Ekattor 8 regular licence
- $55
- Transport add-on
- $30
- Inventory add-on
- $30
- Student Flutter app
- $45
Listed prices on the date shown below, before taxes and Envato fees. The Ekattor 8 total is $160. Running a paid service for other schools needs an Ekattor extended licence, or InstiKit's SaaS Business Edition (from $999 one-time).
Switching from Ekattor
- 1Export students, guardians and staff from Ekattor 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.
- 3Run both systems side by side for one term if you want to compare fee and attendance reports before switching.
- 4Premium includes free installation, and our team can help plan the move.
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 Ekattor alternative?
Yes, if you want HR, transport, inventory and finance included rather than bought as add-ons, plus free mobile apps and WhatsApp or biometric support. Ekattor 8 suits buyers who mainly want a low-cost multi-school panel.
What is the difference between Ekattor 7 and Ekattor 8?
Ekattor 7 is the older CodeIgniter version listed for PHP 7.x. Ekattor 8 is the Laravel version with a built-in multi-school panel. They are sold as separate items with separate add-ons.
Which is cheaper, InstiKit or Ekattor?
InstiKit Regular costs $49 direct ($59 on CodeCanyon) against $55 for the Ekattor 8 base licence. Once you add transport, inventory and the mobile app, Ekattor 8 comes to $160 at listed prices, while InstiKit Regular includes those modules and the apps are free.
Can I move my data from Ekattor 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
Ekattor is a product of Creativeitem, which is not affiliated with InstiKit. Facts were checked on 20 October 2026 from the public pages below and may have changed since.