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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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Blackboard
Star Rating
(1,059)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(23)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.0% of reviews)
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Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Blackboard excels in providing an all-in-one ecosystem, integrating core tools like course content management, graded assessments, and discussion boards into a single platform. This organization helps users stay on top of their classes, as highlighted by feedback praising its ability to keep everything in one place.
- Users say that Buzz stands out for its user-friendly interface and ease of use, making it particularly appealing for small businesses. Reviewers appreciate how quickly they can create custom outreach sequences, which simplifies communication efforts significantly.
- According to verified reviews, Blackboard faces challenges with its setup process, as some users mention it can be less intuitive compared to Buzz, which has received praise for its quick and straightforward implementation. This difference can impact how quickly institutions can start using the platform effectively.
- Reviewers mention that Buzz's quality of support is notably high, with users feeling well-supported and guided through their experience. In contrast, while Blackboard has a solid support system, some users feel it could improve in this area, indicating a potential gap in user satisfaction.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Blackboard has a strong presence in the enterprise market, which may be beneficial for larger institutions looking for robust features. However, Buzz's focus on small businesses allows it to cater specifically to the needs of that segment, making it a better fit for smaller organizations.
- Users say that while Blackboard is generally well-organized and user-friendly, Buzz's ease of use and accessibility are frequently praised, suggesting that it may be a better option for those who prioritize a seamless user experience without the complexity of larger systems.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Blackboard
No pricing availableBuzz
K-12 School District
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K-12 School Districts looking for an LMS to deliver their learning experiences at scale
- Base & Derivative Courses
- Roster Synching
- Brand the Platform
Free Trial
Blackboard
Free Trial is available
Buzz
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
830
8.7
9
Ease of Use
7.8
924
9.1
9
Ease of Setup
7.5
303
9.8
8
Ease of Admin
7.4
202
Not enough data
Quality of Support
7.4
682
9.1
9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
170
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
6.7
830
10.0
9
Features by Category
Content Sharing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Collaboration
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
Functionality
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Virtual Classroom
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
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
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Assessment delivery
8.9
83
Not enough data
8.5
80
Not enough data
7.7
74
Not enough data
Grading and reporting
8.8
80
Not enough data
6.9
76
Not enough data
8.2
80
Not enough data
8.2
82
Not enough data
Administration
7.6
74
Not enough data
8.0
79
Not enough data
Process Automation
8.4
15
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
7.3
15
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
7.6
15
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
Course Authoring
7.6
14
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Verified
Not enough data
7.5
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
Course Management
7.3
13
Not enough data
8.7
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
7.7
14
Not enough data
Platform
8.9
14
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
14
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Verified
Not enough data
8.0
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
Onboarding
8.9
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
14
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Customization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
9.0
35
Not enough data
7.8
34
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
Course Delivery
8.3
36
Not enough data
8.6
38
Not enough data
9.0
38
Not enough data
Course Management
6.5
32
Not enough data
8.4
33
Not enough data
8.2
34
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
6.2
29
Not enough data
7.1
29
Not enough data
6.7
29
Not enough data
Interface
7.7
31
Not enough data
7.8
28
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
8.6
56
Not enough data
8.2
60
Not enough data
7.7
52
Not enough data
8.0
45
Not enough data
7.2
43
Not enough data
7.6
56
Not enough data
7.3
51
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.6
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
6.7
22
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Blackboard and Buzz are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS) and Assessment
Unique Categories
Blackboard is categorized as Sales Training and Onboarding, Corporate Learning Management Systems, and Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Blackboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Buzz
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Higher Education
48.1%
Education Management
18.6%
E-Learning
9.8%
Primary/Secondary Education
3.3%
Information Technology and Services
1.8%
Other
18.5%
Primary/Secondary Education
20.0%
Education Management
20.0%
Publishing
10.0%
Information Technology and Services
10.0%
E-Learning
10.0%
Other
30.0%
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
CS
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
SB
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
SH
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
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