Considering Saspac.NET? Or already using it and curious what's new in SA school management? Here's a factual comparison.
Last reviewed: 28 May 2026. Saspac claims sourced from saspac.net and shanalo.co.za/saspac. See sources →
At a glance
| MyEncore | Saspac.NET | |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor | MyEncore CC | Saspac |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa (Pretoria) |
| Founded | Modern (Flutter-era) | 1979 (longest-running SA player) |
| Pricing | R50/learner/year (under 1000 learners) — taper from R27/year for 1000+ learners (published) | Quote-based |
| Hosting | Cloud (SA) | Cloud-based |
| Reseller network | Direct | Established (Shanalo, others) |
Feature comparison
| Feature | MyEncore | Saspac.NET |
|---|---|---|
| Parent mobile app | ✅ Push-first | ✅ Parent portal + mobile app |
| Transparent pricing | ✅ | ❌ Quote-based |
| Communication channels | Push + SMS + WhatsApp + email | ✅ WhatsApp + SMS + email |
| Online application + re-registration | ✅ | ✅ |
| Attendance management | ✅ | ✅ |
| Fee management | ✅ + instalment plans | ✅ |
| AI marking | ✅ MyEncore's AI marking | Not stated |
| NFC learner ID | ✅ | Not stated |
| Real-time sports | ✅ | Not stated |
| POPIA encryption (documented) | ✅ Wave A/B/C | Not stated |
| Library management | Not in product | ✅ |
| Document management | ✅ | ✅ |
| Reseller / partner network | Direct | ✅ Shanalo + others |
| Years in market | <5 | 46+ |
Saspac rows sourced from saspac.net on 2026-05-28.
Where Saspac is strongest
- 45+ year track record — the longest-standing SA school admin software, established 1979
- Comprehensive ERP scope — admin + finance + marks + library + parents under one roof
- WhatsApp + SMS + email pragmatism — meets SA parents where they are
- Established reseller network — Shanalo Computer Systems and others provide local support
- Strong fit for schools wanting a single vendor relationship spanning decades
If those things matter most, Saspac is a strong choice.
Where MyEncore is different
- Parent-app-first daily engagement — push notifications as the primary surface, not just one of three channels
- Transparent published pricing at R50/learner/year (under 1000 learners) — taper from R27/year for 1000+ learners
- AI marking — photograph a marked paper and marks are extracted automatically
- Fee arrangements — built-in instalment plans with Netcash recurring debit-order
- Modern release cadence — Flutter + Shorebird OTA means same-day bug fixes, not yearly versions
Pricing comparison
MyEncore: R50/learner/year (under 1000 learners) — taper from R27/year for 1000+ learners published. No setup fee. All modules included.
Saspac.NET: Not publicly published. Quote via [email protected] or +27 12 030 0116. Pricing typically negotiated through reseller (Shanalo or similar).
Source: saspac.net retrieved 2026-05-28.
Migrating from Saspac to MyEncore
Schools moving from Saspac typically complete migration in 1-2 weeks. We import learner records, parent contacts, fee history, class structure, and term marks from Saspac's data exports. Parallel-run for one term is standard.
Talk to us about a migration plan →
Which is right for your school?
Saspac may fit better if: - You have a long-term relationship with a Saspac reseller you trust - You want library + finance + admin from one vendor - You value 45+ years of SA school market continuity - Your IT team is comfortable with longer release cycles
MyEncore likely fits better if: - You want parents to actually open the app daily (push-first UX) - You want pricing without a sales call - You want AI marking + fee instalment automation - You want weekly releases via OTA, not quarterly version drops
Sources
- Saspac.NET homepage — retrieved 2026-05-28
- Saspac product features page
- Shanalo Computer Systems (Saspac reseller) — retrieved 2026-05-28
Trademark disclaimer
Saspac and Saspac.NET are trademarks of Saspac. MyEncore is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Saspac. All product claims about Saspac on this page are sourced from saspac.net and shanalo.co.za/saspac as of 28 May 2026.
Last reviewed: 28 May 2026.