Marketplace Simulations (distributed by Harvard Business Publishing) offers well-designed simulation pedagogy with strong academic backing. However, the platform lacks innovation — no AI feedback, no mobile app, no modern UX. Pricing requires contacting sales, and the platform hasn't kept pace with how students learn today.
EstablishedHarvard Business Publishing partner
Feature comparison
| Feature | AdPrax | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|
| AI Tutoring / Feedback | Socratic AI feedback every round | |
| Oral Exams | Boss Check-In with AI VP | |
| Mobile App | Native iOS + responsive web | |
| Pedagogy | AI-guided learning + simulation | Strong traditional pedagogy |
| Distribution | Direct + LMS | Harvard Business Publishing |
| Scenarios | Pedagogy-first scenarios across 3 course tiers | Limited catalog |
| Real-Time Analytics | Score distribution, trends, at-risk | Basic reporting |
| Adaptive Difficulty | 3 difficulty tiers | |
| Pricing | From $39/student | Contact sales |
| LMS Integration | LTI 1.3 | LTI |
Why instructors choose AdPrax
- AI Socratic feedback transforms every round into a learning moment
- Boss Check-In oral exams add accountability beyond written assignments
- Pedagogy-first scenarios designed backward from learning objectives vs. generic simulation catalog
- Mobile-first design — students can engage from any device
- Real-time instructor analytics with at-risk student identification
Marketplace limitations
- No AI-powered feedback or tutoring
- No mobile app — desktop browser only
- Innovation lag despite strong pedagogical foundation
- Opaque pricing — must contact sales
- Legacy interface that hasn't evolved with modern web standards
Modern decision-making interface — mobile-first, intuitive UX
Pricing
AdPrax
$39/student (Standard), $59/student (Premium)
Free pilot available. No credit card required.
Marketplace
Contact for pricing (premium tier)
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