A Gradescope Alternative Built to Grade Handwriting Automatically
If you are looking for a Gradescope alternative, the difference that matters is how much grading the tool actually does for you. Proctor AI is built as an AI grading agent: it reads handwriting, applies your rubric, drafts feedback, and grades a whole class from a single upload, instead of asking you to score answers manually through an interface.
You still review and approve every mark. You just start much further along.
- Auto grades handwriting against a rubric
- 1 PDF upload for the whole class
- Free plan to start, no card
- 93% agreement with manual marks
How Proctor AI compares
| Capability | Manual marking | Typical grading tools | Proctor AI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reads handwriting | You read it | Sometimes | Yes, tuned for messy writing |
| Scores against your rubric automatically | No | Partly | Yes |
| Whole class from one upload | No | Varies | Yes |
| Drafts per-student feedback | You write it | Limited | Yes |
| Integrity analysis | Manual | Add-on | Built in |
| Free plan to start | n/a | Often limited | Yes |
Why teachers switch
- The agent does the first pass of grading, not just the paperwork around it
- Handwriting is read and scored automatically, not clicked through by hand
- A whole class is graded from one PDF
- A free plan lets you compare on your own papers before committing
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Gradescope alternative for handwriting?
Proctor AI is built to read handwriting and grade it against your rubric automatically, then let you review and approve, rather than scoring answers manually through an interface.
Does Proctor AI grade automatically?
Yes. It reads each answer, applies your rubric, and drafts marks and feedback for the whole class, with the teacher approving every result.
Is there a free plan?
Yes, you can start free with no card and grade a real set of papers to compare.
Can I use my existing rubric?
Yes. Attach your rubric or describe your marking scheme in a prompt and the agent applies it.