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Assess

FastTest is ideal for organizations needing secure, scalable assessments with AI support.

Checked 3 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since August 2024

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At a glance

Starts at from $19 per month Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier No
Platforms Web, macOS, Windows
Best for Large educational institutions
Not for Small businesses with limited psychometric needs

3.9 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

Assessment Systems Corp's FastTest excels at building and delivering large-scale tests quickly. It suits education boards, government agencies, and certification programs. Smaller businesses may find it overkill for simpler needs.

✓What it does well

Item BankingManages large item banks efficiently for SMEs.
AI ToolsUses adaptive testing to create shorter, smarter exams.
Proctoring OptionsOffers both unproctored and online proctoring test centers.

✕Where it falls short

Psychometric SupportRequires psychometric expertise for proper use, not included in the base package.
Customization LimitationsLimited ability to customize item types without advanced features.
Cost of FeaturesAdditional costs apply for detailed psychometric analysis and test security plans.

Key features

Online ProctoringProvides online proctored tests in designated centers.
Test DeliveryOffers flexible delivery options including unproctored, on-site, and online exams.
Item Review WorkflowAllows for easy item review and management in the authoring process.
Angoff Studies ManagementManages Angoff studies within the item development process.

Questions about Assess

What is Assess?

Assess offers FastTest from Assessment Systems Corp, a platform for building and delivering large-scale tests quickly. It manages large item banks, uses adaptive testing to create shorter, smarter exams, and supports item review workflows and Angoff studies within the item development process.

Who is Assess best for?

Assess is best for large educational institutions, and the verdict says FastTest suits education boards, government agencies and certification programs. Toolio says it is not for small businesses with limited psychometric needs, which may find it overkill for simpler testing.

Does Assess offer online proctoring?

Yes. FastTest offers online proctored tests in designated centers and flexible delivery options, including unproctored, on-site and online exams. The reviewer lists these proctoring options among the platform's main strengths.

What are the drawbacks of Assess?

Proper use of FastTest requires psychometric expertise, which is not included in the base package. Customizing item types is limited without advanced features, and detailed psychometric analysis and test security plans carry additional costs. Toolio also lists no free tier.

What platforms does Assess run on?

Assess runs on the web, macOS and Windows. Alex scored it 3.9 out of 5 after real use, on 3 Oct 2026, and Toolio lists AI Course Creator as an alternative, a tool that builds courses in minutes rather than weeks.

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