Compare Acorn PLMS and iSpring LMS

At a Glance
Acorn PLMS
Acorn PLMS
Star Rating
(77)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (55.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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iSpring LMS
iSpring LMS
Star Rating
(146)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (52.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$4.46 300 user Per Year
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that iSpring LMS excels in user-friendliness, making it easy for both administrators and learners to navigate. Users appreciate the straightforward content uploading process and the seamless integration with iSpring Suite, which simplifies the conversion of presentations into interactive courses.
  • Users say that Acorn PLMS stands out for its exceptional customer support, with many highlighting the team's dedication to ensuring successful implementation. Reviewers noted that the support team provided valuable technical expertise during complex setups, which significantly enhanced their experience.
  • Reviewers mention that iSpring LMS offers a highly intuitive setup process, allowing users to manage training assignments and track completion without needing extensive technical knowledge. This simplicity is a major draw for organizations looking to minimize administrative overhead.
  • According to verified reviews, Acorn PLMS has made a significant impact on companies seeking modern features in their LMS. Users have praised its ability to fully personalize the homepage, which helps align the platform with their brand identity, enhancing user engagement.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while iSpring LMS has a strong focus on ease of use, Acorn PLMS has slightly higher ratings in areas like quality of support and product direction. This suggests that Acorn may be better suited for organizations that prioritize ongoing support and feature development.
  • Users report that both platforms have their strengths, but iSpring LMS tends to shine in tracking employee progression and content creation, thanks to its AI-assisted features. In contrast, Acorn PLMS is noted for its commitment to customer satisfaction, making it a solid choice for businesses that value personalized support.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Acorn PLMS
Capabilities
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iSpring LMS
300 users
$4.46
300 user Per Year
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Free Trial
Acorn PLMS
Free Trial is available
iSpring LMS
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
69
8.6
127
Ease of Use
8.9
71
9.0
129
Ease of Setup
8.6
65
9.2
102
Ease of Admin
8.7
67
8.9
105
Quality of Support
9.6
67
9.3
122
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.6
67
9.2
102
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
67
9.3
125
Features by Category
Microlearning PlatformsHide 14 FeaturesShow 14 Features
Not enough data
9.1
98
Basics
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.7
6
Content
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Performance
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
8.1
6
Training & eLearning
7.7
16
8.5
58
8.7
25
8.8
79
8.1
17
8.5
59
7.8
24
8.3
78
8.6
24
8.4
72
7.1
17
7.3
50
Training Management SystemsHide 4 FeaturesShow 4 Features
8.0
25
8.5
96
Training & eLearning
8.7
25
8.8
79
7.7
23
8.3
67
7.8
24
8.3
78
8.6
24
8.4
72
Not enough data
8.1
88
Training & eLearning
7.8
24
8.3
78
7.1
17
7.3
50
Not enough data
7.4
16
Knowledge Pages
Not enough data
6.5
11
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
6.8
11
Not enough data
7.0
11
Not enough data
6.2
11
Not enough data
8.3
13
Knowledge Dissemination
Not enough data
7.5
12
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
6.1
11
Not enough data
6.4
12
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
7.3
13
Not enough data
7.3
13
Agentic AI - Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Marketing Gamification
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Gamification
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)Hide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
8.8
6
Not enough data
Process Automation
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.2
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
Performance ManagementHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
8.5
14
Not enough data
Performance reviews
8.5
11
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
Goals
8.6
13
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
Feedback
8.3
11
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.6
11
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Performance Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Sales Training and OnboardingHide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
Not enough data
8.1
15
Course Authoring
Not enough data
8.3
12
Not enough data
8.1
13
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
7.7
13
Course Management
Not enough data
7.7
13
Not enough data
8.6
13
Not enough data
9.0
13
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
8.3
13
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
7.9
13
Onboarding
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
7.4
13
Not enough data
7.7
13
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.5
11
8.9
12
Not enough data
Skill management
8.7
10
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Administration
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.0
12
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
7.6
12
8.3
20
Platform Basics
8.3
10
7.5
16
8.6
12
8.6
17
7.6
11
8.5
16
Training & Learning
8.6
12
9.3
18
8.2
12
8.7
17
8.2
12
8.7
17
7.6
12
8.3
17
8.1
12
8.0
16
Data & Analytics
8.1
12
8.6
17
8.5
12
8.6
18
8.0
11
8.1
18
Generative AI
4.6
9
7.3
11
4.6
9
7.2
12
360 Feedback SoftwareHide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance reviews
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feedback
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Online Learning PlatformHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
Not enough data
8.0
17
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
8.9
14
Course Management
Not enough data
8.2
14
Not enough data
8.3
13
Integration
Not enough data
5.5
11
Not enough data
8.3
12
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
8.8
15
Platform Customization
Not enough data
7.9
13
Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ethics and Compliance LearningHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
Not enough data
7.9
6
Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
6.1
6
Not enough data
9.4
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
6.7
6
Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Corporate Learning Management SystemsHide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
7.6
26
7.7
104
Course Authoring
8.2
19
8.7
65
7.2
17
7.3
43
7.0
17
8.4
62
7.9
17
7.8
52
Course Delivery
7.7
17
8.4
59
8.9
18
8.6
58
7.3
16
8.6
51
Course Management
6.8
18
7.5
51
8.7
18
8.5
54
9.0
18
8.4
60
8.3
17
8.5
50
LMS Marketplace
6.9
15
5.9
37
7.9
15
6.0
37
Feature Not Available
6.4
36
Interface
9.1
18
8.1
52
7.3
16
7.6
43
Training & eLearning
7.7
16
8.5
58
8.7
25
8.8
79
8.1
17
8.5
59
7.7
23
8.3
67
7.8
24
8.3
78
8.6
24
8.4
72
7.1
17
7.3
50
Generative AI
5.6
15
6.7
23
5.8
15
6.1
23
Feature Not Available
6.1
22
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
5.8
12
Not enough data
6.5
12
Not enough data
Not enough data
Knowledge Base
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Communication
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Acorn PLMS
Acorn PLMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
18.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
55.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
25.7%
iSpring LMS
iSpring LMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
36.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
52.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Acorn PLMS
Acorn PLMS
Government Administration
14.9%
Non-Profit Organization Management
9.5%
Education Management
9.5%
Hospital & Health Care
8.1%
E-Learning
6.8%
Other
51.4%
iSpring LMS
iSpring LMS
E-Learning
5.6%
Information Technology and Services
4.9%
Manufacturing
4.2%
Computer Software
4.2%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
4.2%
Other
76.8%
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Discussions
Acorn PLMS
Acorn PLMS Discussions
What is Acorn LMS used for?
1 Comment
Official Response from Acorn PLMS
Acorn's AI-powered PLMS (Performance Learning Management System) is used to address the topics of performance and learning in one platform. It allows...Read more
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iSpring LMS
iSpring LMS Discussions
Are you planning to make it work with Apple Products and screen projection presentation software?
1 Comment
CA
Not at this time. We are using for individual trainings not group, which is what I would think that method would allow. Read more
What types of payment do you accept?
1 Comment
Official Response from iSpring LMS
Credit card and PayPal are the most welcome payment types as iSpring Online subscription uses recurrent billing. However, we can still accept purchase...Read more
Can I generate certificates for taking my courses?
1 Comment
Official Response from iSpring LMS
Yes, you can set iSpring Learn to automatically issue certificates at the completion of a course/test. You can either choose the default certificate template...Read more