Open edX AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Learning Management Systems

The best Learning Management System alternative to Open edX is Moodle, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to Open edX and many of them are Learning Management Systems so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Learning Management System alternatives to Open edX are Edme, Aptree Learning, Frappe LMS and Osvitalab.

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  1. Moodle icon
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    Moodle

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    Moodle is an open source tool for creating online dynamic web sites for their students. To work, it needs to be installed on a web server somewhere, either on one of your own computers or one at a web hosting company.

    134 Moodle alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron

    Properties

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Features

    1.  PHP IDE
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    • good installation documentation
    • Plugin VPL - virtual programming lab
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    • Moodle is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Open edX.

    • Moodle is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Open edX.

    • Moodle is Free and Open SourceOpen edX is also Free and Open Source
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    Edme

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    Edme.io is an online platform designed to create interactive and digital language learning courses, offering teachers and students a personalized and flexible learning experience.

    52 Edme alternatives
    Dashboard

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Classroom
    Course
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    Editor

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Language Learning
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Screen Sharing
    5.  Gamification
    6.  No Coding Required
    7.  Real time collaboration
    8.  Ad-free
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    • Edme is the most popular SaaS alternative to Open edX.

    • Edme is Freemium and ProprietaryOpen edX is Free and Open Source
    • Edme is Lightweight and Privacy focusedOpen edX is not according to our users
  4. Aptree Learning icon
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    Aptree Learning

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    Aptree is a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) built with a focus on ease of use, versatility, and efficiency.

    20 Aptree Learning alternatives
    Welcome dashboard for course instructors

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    Course library
    Simple to use authoring tool
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    Easy teams management

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  No Coding Required
    2.  No Tracking
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Gamification
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    iSpring Learn

    iSpring Learn is a powerful cloud-based learning management system. The interface is straightforward and intuitive so it is easy to start your corporate training just in one day. Upload existing content, invite learners, and keep...

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  6. Frappe LMS icon
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    Frappe LMS

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    Easy to use, open-source Learning Management System.

    54 Frappe LMS alternatives
    Frappe LMS screenshot 1

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Frappe LMS Features

    1.  Onboarding
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  7. Osvitalab icon
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    Osvitalab

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    Osvitalab delivers all the necessary features to start online learning. Easy setup and based in the cloud. Customer & Tech support is included default in all plans. Perfect for Education business, Infobusiness, Private Teachers, and Corporate training.

    51 Osvitalab alternatives
    Lesson view

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    Osvitalab Features

    Student progress
    How it Works?
    +3
    Dashboard
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    • Osvitalab is the most popular commercial alternative to Open edX.

    • Osvitalab is Paid and ProprietaryOpen edX is Free and Open Source
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    LMS Collaborator

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    Cloud Learning Management System for corporate onboarding, personnel development, and assessment with flexible integration abilities.

    103 LMS Collaborator alternatives
    Home page

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    "My Tasks" page for Leaners
    Knowledge Base - your knowledge on demand
    +3
    Taking the Quiz

    LMS Collaborator Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Real time collaboration
    3.  Gamification
    4.  Knowledge base
    5.  Performance Assessment
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  10. Fronter icon
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    Fronter

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    The Fronter learning platform has a wide range of integrations and tools to encourage personalized and technology-driven education, whether you want to flip the classroom or implement project-based learning.??

    92 Fronter alternatives
    Fronter screenshot 1

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted

    Fronter Features

    1.  Office 365 integration
    2.  Microsoft Office integration
    3.  Integrated Chat
    4.  Google docs integration
    Fronter screenshot 1
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    +9
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  11. D2L ePortfolio icon
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    D2L ePortfolio

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    D2L ePortfolio enables you to document your process and showcase your achievements every step of the way, no matter where you are in the lifelong learning journey.

    40 D2L ePortfolio alternatives
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    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • iPhone

    D2L ePortfolio Features

    1.  Real time collaboration
    2.  Quizzes
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  12. Tutor LMS icon
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    Tutor LMS

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    Tutor LMS is a robust WordPress LMS plugin. Create courses on a frontend course builder, test learners with multiple quizzes, award certificates with a rich certificate builder, and do much more. Best for instructors, marketplaces, institutions, etc.

    20 Tutor LMS alternatives
    Tutor LMS screenshot 1

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
    Tutor LMS screenshot 1
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    Tutor LMS screenshot 3
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    Cloudschool

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    Cloudschool is a free, personal, cloud-based LMS for teachers. It's the easiest way to create and deliver lesson content.

    98 Cloudschool alternatives
    Dashboard View

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online

    Cloudschool Features

    1.  Web-Based
    2.  Cloud based
    Course Editor
    Lesson Editor
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  14. FormaLms icon
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    FormaLms

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    Forma Lms is an open-source, web-based elearning platform (Learning Management System - LMS), used to manage and deliver online training courses.

    88 FormaLms alternatives
    Mobile ready!

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad

    FormaLms Features

    1.  Gamification
    My courses area
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    +4
    Organization chart
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    iSpring Learn

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    iSpring Learn is a powerful cloud-based learning management system. The interface is straightforward and intuitive so it is easy to start your corporate training just in one day. Upload existing content, invite learners, and keep track of their results.

    99 iSpring Learn alternatives
    Evaluate employees using 360-degree feedback

    License model

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    You can add self-test questions throughout the article.
    Create interactive longreads right in the LMS
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    iSpring Learn LMS

    Top iSpring Learn Features

    1.  Corporate training
    2.  Zoom integration
    3.  REST API
    4.  Customizable branding
    5.  Gamification
    6.  Unlimited storage
    7.  Portable
    8.  Onboarding
    9.  Built-in editor
    10.  Employee onboarding
    11.  SOAP API
    12.  Certification
    13.  Microsoft Teams Integration
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