We selected this list of learning management systems based on their compelling features, customer testimonials, reviews in neutral third-party sites, recommendations from industry experts, and our first-hand experiences.
There are several reasons why ProProfs Training Maker made it to the top of our list. But if we have to single out a notable feature in this tool, it is how it automates employee training. The LMS enables users to simplify learner registration, reminders, certification, expiration date setting for user accounts, and more through automation. Similarly, ease of course creation is one of its USPs. You can use existing training materials, such as docs, videos, and presentations, and put together a course quickly. We find its library of self-paced and ready-to-use courses equally valuable. We can easily customize them or deploy them as-is. The LMS supports multiple instructors, desktop & mobile learning, multiple languages, gamification, SCORM & Tin Can.
ProProfs has a great solution with excellent service
Forever free plan for up to 10 learners. Paid starts as low as $1.97/learner/month for 10+ learners. No hidden charges. 15-day money-back guarantee.
Whenever we talk about free and open-source LMS, Moodle LMS should figure at the top. During our trial, we saw this open-source platform can empower users to tailor an entire learning experience to their exact needs effortlessly. Meagan G., a long-time Moodle user, said, “Moodle is beginner-friendly and easy to use and navigate.” Moodle places the creative control firmly in users’ hands. It doesn’t confine users to rigid templates but extends the learning environment through plugins. It can be a great choice for non-profit organizations and schools that are looking to deliver highly customized learning.
Free with no direct support (you’ll need to self-host it and hire an expert to set it up)
LearnUpon is another cloud LMS known for its scalable and secure platform. The LMS is built to scale with any organization's needs. It can handle any number of users, courses, and enrollments, without sacrificing performance or security. To support this functionality, LearnUpon offers multi-portal functionality, bulk user import, automated course enrollment, and course templates that you can use and reuse to save time and ensure consistency. If you are looking for a scalable and secure LMS that can help you deliver engaging and effective online training, then LearnUpon can be the right choice for you.
With LearnUpon, we have one easy, accessible system for all countries and colleagues worldwide.
- Susanne Hederoth, the Adecco Group
$599/month for 50 to 150 users.
In our observation, Blackboard Learn is an underrated LMS in the corporate training circle. It is considered to be primarily designed for educational institutions. But this is only partly true. The LMS also offers corporate learning solutions for businesses. So, in addition to K-12 and higher education, it caters to professional education, government, and associations. A flexible and fully responsive interface, open architecture, and customization can be mentioned. Users can also add or remove features and tools as needed. All this makes it a great choice for professional development, training, and online learning.
Very organized and easy to use, especially when you get so used to it.
- Jondel I., Lead Generation Specialist
Starts from $9,500/year. Free trial available.
360Learning LMS is not just a platform; it's a dynamic ecosystem where learners actively shape their own educational journeys. With a keen focus on user-generated content and peer-to-peer feedback, the LMS empowers learners to become creators and collaborators. This has been corroborated by Étienne Delpit from Safran when he said that 360Learning puts the learners at the heart of the learning process. Users can easily create and share content, fostering a sense of ownership and enriching the learning experience. The platform is driven by a community of learners who inspire and support each other.
$8/registered user/month/up to 100 users a month
Trusted by thousands of global brands to train their employees, customers, and partners, Litmos LMS is cut out for delivering engaging courses and programs. It offers several engaging courses and programs on a variety of topics, including soft skills, compliance, and industry-specific training. These courses are developed by experts and feature interactive exercises, videos, and assessments. Whether you're an L&D expert or just starting out, you can effortlessly create, manage, and deploy training content. Besides, Litmos empowers you to track performance, identify gaps, and continuously improve your training initiatives.
Having the Litmos LMS ensures everyone hears the same message, in the same way.
- Valerie Marsh, Harvest
Starts at $6 per user/month for 150-500 users.
Seismic Learning (formerly Lessonly) is an all-in-one solution for empowering the workforce through learning, coaching, and skills development. You can use the platform to create and manage webinar registrations, deliver engaging training content while also providing personalized coaching. It helps teams learn, practice, and perform better at work, especially those who interact with clients, such as sales and customer service. Seismic Learning's integrated webinar tools make it easy to deliver live training and coaching sessions to remote teams. In this context, M&T Bank’s Jon Storm has this to say: “Seismic has brought together content, technology, and people in a way I never experienced before.”
The vendor hasn’t provided any pricing information.
Cypher Learning is an award-winning LMS that revolutionizes the way businesses, schools, and universities teach and learn. It can be an excellent choice for developing comprehensive content. It offers a suite of tools for course creation, content management, and assessment. Additionally, it offers comprehensive assessment tools, which help in evaluating the learning outcomes effectively. The LMS’ commitment to innovation, coupled with its user-centric design, enables it to remain at the forefront of learning technologies.
Cypher is a robust system with built-in self-support and fantastic customer service.
- Daniel Bates, 21stCentEd
The vendor hasn’t provided any pricing information. However, based on software review sites, it’s free for schools with up to 400 students. For individual teachers with up to 200 students, $0.05 per student per month. For schools with up to 400 students, $0.50 per student per month. Enterprise with 500 or more learners, contact the vendor for a custom quote.
SkyPrep is an excellent choice for customer training. It mitigates the risk of losing customers to unused software, commonly known as shelfware. By implementing an automated external training process, it can equip customers with the necessary resources for effectively utilizing your product. This results in customers realizing enhanced value from your offerings, leading to increased engagement and fostering customer loyalty. The LMS is powered by BoostHQ, a knowledge sharing platform. It helps organizations to share, centralize and discuss internal knowledge. It includes features such as tagging, categorization, commenting, and Q&A, which make it easy for training participants to find and use the information they need.
What made SkyPrep so appealing was the ability to implement our own materials into a trustworthy, easy to use program with excellent support staff.
- Caitlin Brigham, Buffalo Bills
Starts at $199/month.
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