ICON uses a number of analytics tools to measure the data reflecting student engagement and success in a course. The chart compares the analytics tools currently available within ICON, which are Elements of Success, ICON data reports, and Course Analytics from Canvas. The comparisons include what the students or instructors can measure using each tool and information on how the tools work in ICON.
| Features | Elements of Success | ICON Data Reports | Course Analytics from Canvas |
| How often does data update | Every two hours | Every 48 hours | Every 24 hours |
| Types of data included | Gradebook data currently, pageviews on roadmap | Gradebook, discussions | Gradebook, pageviews, and frequency of student/instructor communication |
| How do I get started with it | Available in ICON | Available in ICON | Available in ICON |
| Current grade estimation | Yes | No | No |
| Student resources | Yes, default resources and instructor-defined ones | No | No |
| Instructor Facing | |||
| Grade distribution report shows | Yes, shows median and mean. | Only distribution | Yes, mean |
| Export data | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Messaging features | Yes | No | Yes |
| Compare students, sections, and overall course | No | Yes | Yes |
| Student Facing | |||
| View own data | Yes | Yes, if the instructor shares it | Yes |
| View comparative data | Yes | Yes, if the instructor shares it | No |
| Goal setting | Yes | No | No |