Compare Blackboard Learn and Intrepid by VitalSource
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based on preference data from user reviews. Blackboard Learn rates 3.9/5 stars with 741 reviews. By contrast, Intrepid by VitalSource rates 4.6/5 stars with 17 reviews. Each product's score is calculated with real-time data from verified user reviews, to help you make the best choice between these two options, and decide which one is best for your business needs.
 Blackboard Learn |  Intrepid by VitalSource | |
| Star Rating | Blackboard Learn | Intrepid by VitalSource |
| Market Segments | Blackboard Learn Enterprise (50.3% of reviews) | Intrepid by VitalSource Enterprise (85.7% of reviews) |
| Entry Level Price | Blackboard Learn No pricing information available | Intrepid by VitalSource No pricing information available |
Blackboard Learn vs Intrepid by VitalSource
When assessing the two solutions, reviewers found Intrepid by VitalSource easier to use, set up, and administer. Reviewers also preferred doing business with Intrepid by VitalSource overall.
- Blackboard Learn and Intrepid by VitalSource both meet the requirements of our reviewers at a comparable rate.
- When comparing quality of ongoing product support, reviewers felt that Intrepid by VitalSource is the preferred option.
- For feature updates and roadmaps, our reviewers preferred the direction of Intrepid by VitalSource over Blackboard Learn.
Categories
Shared Categories
Blackboard Learn and Intrepid by VitalSource are categorized as Corporate Learning Management Systems
Unique Categories
Blackboard Learn is categorized as Healthcare LMS, Assessment, Learning Management System (LMS), and Sales Training and Onboarding
Intrepid by VitalSource is categorized as Online Learning Platform, Course Authoring, and eLearning Content
Pricing
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Ratings
Meets Requirements
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 667
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 13
Ease of Use
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 672
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 13
Ease of Setup
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 135
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 12
Ease of Admin
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 133
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 12
Quality of Support
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 540
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 13
Ease of Doing Business With
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 102
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 12
Product Direction (% positive)
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 672
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 13
Features
Course Authoring
Course Builder
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 7
Intrepid by VitalSource
Role-Based Templates
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 7
Intrepid by VitalSource
Assessments & Quizzes
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 9
Intrepid by VitalSource
Instructor-Led Training
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 8
Intrepid by VitalSource
Course Delivery
Learning Paths
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 8
Intrepid by VitalSource
24/7 Availability
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 7
Intrepid by VitalSource
Communication & Notifications
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 9
Intrepid by VitalSource
Assignment Scheduling
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 9
Intrepid by VitalSource
Course Management
Gamification
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 6
Intrepid by VitalSource
Varied User Types
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 6
Intrepid by VitalSource
Certifications
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 7
Intrepid by VitalSource
Industry Compliance
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Platform
Customization
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Integration APIs
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Internationalization
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
User, Role, and Access Management
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Performance
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Mobility
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Reporting
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Dashboards
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
LMS Marketplace
E-Commerce
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Course Marketplace
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Subscriptions
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Interface
White Labeling
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 6
Intrepid by VitalSource
Multilingual
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Training & eLearning
Assessments and Practice
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 28
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 8
Content Delivery and Tracking
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 32
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 8
Content Creation
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 27
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 8
Customer Training
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 20
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 5
Manager Portals
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 17
Intrepid by VitalSource
Content Storage and Management
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 28
Intrepid by VitalSource
Responses: 7
Content Libraries
Blackboard Learn
Responses: 24
Intrepid by VitalSource
Reviewers' Company Size
Reviewers of both Blackboard Learn and Intrepid by VitalSource were most often representing companies in the Enterprise segment.
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Blackboard Learn
Intrepid by VitalSource
Reviewers' Industry
Higher Education
45.1%
Education Management
19.3%
E-Learning
9.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
3.0%
Information Technology and Services
1.9%
Other
21.0%
Telecommunications
21.4%
Information Technology and Services
21.4%
E-Learning
14.3%
Professional Training & Coaching
7.1%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
7.1%
Other
28.6%
Reviews
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Neil H.
User in Non-Profit Organization Management
From a student user perspective, I like how easy and uncomplicated Blackboard can be to keep up with my classes all from one place online. It allows me to easily access documents, online quizzes, online tests, grades and any other relevant class resources...
Consultant in E-Learning
Easy navigation...clarity of structure....features like leaderboard, resource center, etc
Most Helpful Critical Review
Stefan B.
User in Research
It is cumbersome to use. It seems like a product from the '90s and takes too much effort, even for trivial tasks. The interface has improved a bit with recent updates, but it is still complicated to use. Many common tasks are actually implemented better...
Administrator in Education Management
- to slow in developping new products - not really mobile friendly, the reactive design doesn't work well - Would be good to have a superuser group to help in the design of new functionalities and to test them - need of a better API integration - lack...
Top Alternatives
Discussions
It seems like I see a lot of reviews saying 'back in the day' in reference to how Blackboard has been surpassed by several new products. What new products are out there today that compete well or have surpassed Blackboard in both features and usability?
3 comments
JJ
It think D2L (Desire To Learn) is a pretty good modern alternative to Blackboard. It requires far less down time and is more intuitive. I've had better...Read more
API
1 comment
AM
Hi Asmat,
This is Shaun from G2. If you’re looking for information about APIs in Blackboard Learn, this is a useful website:...Read more
I would be curious if the designers have taken to heart the UX concerns that have been raised.
1 comment
JM
Everyone dislikes their enterprise level LMS and wants to replace it. I worked with Bb daily for 8 years. Yes. I had complaints about the UX. But the...Read more
Does Intrepid sell content for things like Workplace Harassment, Business Ethics, etc.?
1 comment
Offical Response from Intrepid by VitalSource
We do not sell course content but we partner with a host of trusted organizations that can build content to meet any educational need and host that on our...Read more
How many years of expertise does Intrepid have in the industry?
1 comment
Offical Response from Intrepid by VitalSource
Does Intrepid partner with other thought leaders in the industry?
1 comment
Offical Response from Intrepid by VitalSource
Intrepid is proud to partner with global leaders for digitized offerings on our platform, strategic alliances, content creation, and more.Read more
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