Interactive panels that bring classrooms to life.
Edtex supplies and installs interactive panels from Promethean, BenQ, Newline, and ViewSonic. We're supplier-agnostic - we'll recommend what genuinely fits your school, your budget, and the way your kaiako teach.
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Four great options. One honest recommendation.
Every panel brand below has something different to offer. Rather than pushing one, David will help you understand which fits your classrooms, your IT setup, and your kaiako's confidence level. That's what supplier-agnostic really means.
Promethean ActivPanel
World #1 in interactive flat panels for education. BETT Company of the Year 2026.
Built by teachers, for teachers, for over 25 years. The ActivPanel range runs from the accessible ActivPanel LE to the premium ActivPanel 10 and 10 Premium - each offering 4K display, natural writing, and seamless device connectivity for Google, Microsoft, and Chrome environments.
Trusted in over 2 million classrooms globally and purpose-built for education. The benchmark for interactive panel technology in NZ schools.
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BenQ Board
Four Google EDLA certified models to suit any classroom budget.
From the entry-level Essential to the feature-rich Master, the BenQ Board range offers individual and classroom profile operation, EZWrite whiteboarding, and InstaShare wireless casting. Google EDLA certified across all models, with a familiar interface that kaiako pick up quickly.
A strong choice for schools running Google Workspace who want reliable, easy-to-manage panels at a competitive price point.
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Newline Elara Pro
The most powerful specs in the panel range. Built for demanding learning environments.
The Newline Elara Pro stands out on raw capability: 16GB RAM, 256GB onboard storage, a built-in subwoofer, mic array, NFC profiles, and class-leading wireless connectivity via Air Server. For schools that want maximum performance and flexibility, this is the panel that delivers it.
Google EDLA certified, with NFC profile switching making it ideal for schools with multiple teachers sharing rooms.
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ViewSonic ViewBoard 51 Series
The myViewBoard ecosystem. Customisable, connected, classroom-ready.
The ViewBoard 51 Series is built around the award-winning myViewBoard ecosystem - giving kaiako a powerful, customisable whiteboarding and collaboration environment. Google EDLA certified, with NFC profile switching and AirSync wireless casting built in.
A well-rounded option for schools that value software depth alongside hardware quality.
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Not sure where to start? Here's a rough guide.
You're running Google Workspace across the school
All four brands work well in Google environments, but Promethean and BenQ are particularly strong here - Google EDLA certified with deep integration.
Worth looking at: Promethean ActivPanel or BenQ Board
You want the most proven, teacher-tested option
Promethean has been the market leader in NZ schools for over two decades. Kaiako who've used it before already know it. Strong warranty and support.
Worth looking at: Promethean ActivPanel
You need maximum performance for a busy shared space
Multiple teachers, different profiles, heavy daily use. The Newline Elara Pro's 16GB RAM and NFC profile switching was built for exactly this.
Worth looking at: Newline Elara Pro
You have a tight budget but don't want to compromise
Promethean LE is also worth considering for budget-conscious schools. BenQ Essential delivers strong classroom performance at an accessible price.
Worth looking at: Promethean ActivPanel LE or BenQ Board Essential
Not sure which panel is right for your school? Ask David.
Honest, supplier-agnostic advice. No pressure, no pitch.