# Blackboard, Canvas LMS vs D2L Brightspace Comparison

| | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.0 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,066 | 1,835 | 684 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (46.6% of reviews) | Mid-Market (44.9% of reviews) | Mid-Market (45.1% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | Contact Us | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Blackboard

Pros:
- Ease of Use (48 reviews)
- Navigation Ease (27 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Features (24 reviews)
- Missing Features (15 reviews)

### Canvas LMS

Pros:
- Ease of Use (120 reviews)
- User-Friendly (68 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Features (52 reviews)
- Lack of Intuitiveness (31 reviews)

### D2L Brightspace

Pros:
- Ease of Use (20 reviews)
- User-Friendly (17 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Customization (9 reviews)
- Limited Features (9 reviews)

---
## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.3 (836 reviews) | 8.7 (995 reviews) | 8.6 (531 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 7.8 (930 reviews) | 8.5 (1278 reviews) | 8.4 (539 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 7.5 (307 reviews) | 8.0 (587 reviews) | 8.1 (312 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 7.4 (204 reviews) | 8.3 (331 reviews) | 8.2 (315 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.4 (686 reviews) | 8.5 (852 reviews) | 8.5 (484 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 7.9 (171 reviews) | 8.6 (283 reviews) | 8.9 (291 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 6.7 (837 reviews) | 8.8 (959 reviews) | 8.5 (503 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Blackboard

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Canvas LMS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### D2L Brightspace

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Brightspace Core

Price: Contact Us

Description: Brightspace Core is the foundation of your learning platform and your gateway to
continuous innovation. Brightspace Core combines the powerful tools, services, and
support you need to deliver a best-in-class teaching and learning experience- all in one convenient package.

Key Features:
- Activity Feed
- Accessibility Templates and Tools
- Accommodations and Special Access

[Learn more about D2L Brightspace](https://www.g2.com/products/d2l-brightspace/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 8.2/10 | 98 |
| **Canvas LMS** | 8.5/10 | 78 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 10.0/10 | 7 |

#### Assessment delivery

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Question variety** | 8.9 (87 reviews) | 8.7 (63 reviews) | 10.0 (5 reviews) | 
| **Real-time assessment** | 8.6 (82 reviews) | 8.8 (59 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Pre-made content** | 7.7 (77 reviews) | 8.3 (44 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Grading and reporting

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated grading** | 8.9 (84 reviews) | 8.7 (63 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | 6.9 (76 reviews) | 8.0 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics dashboard** | 8.3 (82 reviews) | 8.9 (64 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | 8.2 (83 reviews) | 8.7 (61 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White-labeling** | 7.6 (74 reviews) | 8.1 (42 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile compatibility** | 8.1 (81 reviews) | 8.6 (59 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Course Authoring

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.5/10 | 132 |

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Creation** | 7.7 (52 reviews) | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 
| **Content Libraries** | 7.3 (51 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (96 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Course Authoring

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Digital Learning Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Canvas LMS** | 8.6/10 | 129 |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Learning Content

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Pre-made Content** | Not enough data | 8.2 (74 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Aligned to Standards** | Not enough data | 8.5 (91 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Multimedia Content** | Not enough data | 8.8 (102 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | 7.9 (74 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Personalization

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Personalized Learning Paths** | Not enough data | 8.6 (86 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | 8.3 (85 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Assessments** | Not enough data | 8.8 (100 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Reporting and Analytics

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | 8.9 (100 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | 9.0 (93 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Cross-system Integration** | Not enough data | 9.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 7.7/10 | 17 |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Process Automation

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | 8.4 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Online Learning** | 9.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Certificate Generation** | 7.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Tracking & Reporting** | 8.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Collaborative Environment** | 7.6 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Automatic Boards Reporting** | 7.8 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Sales Training and Onboarding

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 8.9/10 | 17 |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Builder** | 7.6 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Questions** | 7.5 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Instructor-Led Training** | 8.8 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Customized Learning Paths** | 8.5 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Video simulations** | 7.9 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | 7.3 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessments** | 8.7 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Certifications** | 8.1 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manager Portals** | 8.2 (13 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Feedback** | 7.7 (14 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **File support** | 8.9 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile support** | 8.2 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration** | 8.0 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Onboarding

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Documentation** | 8.9 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Coaching** | 8.2 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Programs** | 8.7 (14 reviews) ✓ Verified | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Speech** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Online Learning Platform

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 9.0/10 | 8 |

#### Reporting Analysis

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Progress Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Course Completion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integration

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Education ERP System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Learning Management System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (5 reviews) | 

#### Customer Assistance

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Help and Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Customization

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Talent Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Corporate Learning Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 7.9/10 | 70 |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.3/10 | 160 |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Builder** | 9.0 (36 reviews) | 9.2 (6 reviews) | 8.7 (117 reviews) | 
| **Role-Based Templates** | 7.8 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.4 (100 reviews) | 
| **Assessments & Quizzes** | 8.7 (40 reviews) | 9.7 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (126 reviews) | 
| **Instructor-Led Training** | 8.7 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (112 reviews) | 

#### Course Delivery

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Learning Paths** | 8.2 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (103 reviews) | 
| **Communication & Notifications** | 8.6 (38 reviews) | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 8.8 (123 reviews) | 
| **Assignment Scheduling** | 9.0 (38 reviews) | 9.7 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (112 reviews) | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | 6.5 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.4 (105 reviews) | 
| **Varied User Types** | 8.4 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (110 reviews) | 
| **Certifications** | 8.2 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (101 reviews) | 
| **Industry Compliance ** | 8.5 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (93 reviews) | 

#### LMS Marketplace

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **E-Commerce** | 6.2 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.2 (66 reviews) | 
| **Course Marketplace** | 7.1 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.4 (68 reviews) | 
| **Subscriptions** | 6.7 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.5 (68 reviews) | 

#### Interface

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | 7.7 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (90 reviews) | 
| **Multilingual** | 7.8 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (89 reviews) | 

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assessments and Practice** | 8.6 (57 reviews) | 9.3 (5 reviews) | 9.0 (110 reviews) | 
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | 8.2 (60 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (114 reviews) | 
| **Content Creation** | 7.7 (52 reviews) | 8.7 (5 reviews) | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 
| **Customer Training** | 8.0 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (93 reviews) | 
| **Manager Portals** | 7.2 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (82 reviews) | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 7.6 (56 reviews) | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 8.6 (105 reviews) | 
| **Content Libraries** | 7.3 (51 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (96 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.6 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.0 (40 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 7.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.8 (39 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-Image** | 6.7 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | Feature Not Available | 

#### Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems 

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (10 reviews) | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.2 (9 reviews) | 

### Training eLearning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Canvas LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Customization ** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration APIs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Internationalization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **User, Role, and Access Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboards** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

---
## Categories
**Shared Categories (3):** [Corporate Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/corporate-learning-management-systems), [Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/learning-management-system-lms), [Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/assessment)

**Unique to Blackboard (2):** [Sales Training and Onboarding Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sales-training-and-onboarding), [Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/healthcare-learning-management-systems-lms)

**Unique to Canvas LMS (1):** [Digital Learning Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/digital-learning-platforms)

**Unique to D2L Brightspace (2):** [Course Authoring Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/course-authoring), [Online Learning Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-learning-platform)


---
## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Blackboard | Canvas LMS | D2L Brightspace | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 15.2% | 12.6% | 14.7% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 38.1% | 44.9% | 45.1% | 
| **Enterprise** | 46.6% | 42.5% | 40.3% | 

### By Industry

#### Blackboard

- **Higher Education:** 48.2%
- **Education Management:** 18.5%
- **E-Learning:** 9.8%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 3.3%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.8%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.4%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 1.4%
- **Internet:** 1.2%
- **Computer Software:** 1.1%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 0.8%
- **Other:** 12.7%

#### Canvas LMS

- **Higher Education:** 45.5%
- **Education Management:** 25.8%
- **E-Learning:** 11.7%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 7.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.0%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 0.7%
- **Computer Software:** 0.7%
- **Research:** 0.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 0.3%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 0.3%
- **Other:** 5.8%

#### D2L Brightspace

- **Higher Education:** 61.4%
- **Education Management:** 15.4%
- **E-Learning:** 6.7%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 4.1%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 1.1%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.0%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 1.0%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.0%
- **Government Administration:** 0.6%
- **Computer Software:** 0.5%
- **Other:** 7.3%

---
## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Blackboard

- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [Cornerstone Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cornerstone-learning/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (531 reviews)
- [Kahoot!](https://www.g2.com/products/kahoot/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (405 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (898 reviews)
- [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1554 reviews)
- [Litmos](https://www.g2.com/products/litmos/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (698 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)

### Alternatives to Canvas LMS

- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (898 reviews)
- [Nearpod](https://www.g2.com/products/nearpod/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (121 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1554 reviews)
- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Kahoot!](https://www.g2.com/products/kahoot/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (405 reviews)

### Alternatives to D2L Brightspace

- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (898 reviews)
- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [Google Classroom](https://www.g2.com/products/google-classroom/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1554 reviews)
- [LearnWorlds](https://www.g2.com/products/learnworlds/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (378 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Cornerstone Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cornerstone-learning/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (531 reviews)

---
## Top Discussions

### Blackboard

- Title: [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?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/outdated) — 3 comments, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "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..."
- Title: [What is Blackboard Learn used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-blackboard-learn-used-for) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Really great Platform"
- Title: [Is Blackboard Learn Free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-blackboard-learn-free) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "yes"
- Title: [API](https://www.g2.com/discussions/27778-api) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi Asmat,

This is Shaun from G2. If you’re looking for information about APIs in Blackboard Learn, this is a useful website:..."
- Title: [I would be curious if the designers have taken to heart the UX concerns that have been raised.](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-would-be-curious-if-the-designers-have-taken-to-heart-the-ux-concerns-that-have-been-raised) — 1 comment, 2 upvotes
  > **Top comment:** "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..."

### Canvas LMS

- Title: [How do I go into student view?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32980-how-do-i-go-into-student-view) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "On the right hand side under "Course Status" there is an icon that looks like glasses that says "Student View""
- Title: [How many days of training did you get/give your staff before using Canvas?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32651-how-many-days-of-training-did-you-get-give-your-staff-before-using-canvas) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "We offered a two hour training face to face for all of our instructors. Many of our instructors are not local, so we also created a training course and..."
- Title: [How can I hide all grades?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-can-i-hide-all-grades) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "There is! You “mute assignment” which can be done by clicking the down arrow on the assignments from the grades screen. When you have inputted all the grades..."
- Title: [Future canvas updates](https://www.g2.com/discussions/14744-future-canvas-updates) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Start here: https://community.canvaslms.com/docs/DOC-16601-upcoming-canvas-changes

The product roadmap info is more closely held. If you reach out to..."
- Title: [I'm a new instructor on Canvas LMS and can't seem to figure out how to set up quizzes. Can anyone walk me through the process?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/i-m-a-new-instructor-on-canvas-lms-and-can-t-seem-to-figure-out-how-to-set-up-quizzes-can-anyone-walk-me-through-the-process) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "In Canvas you typically add the Quiz to a Module to organize for your students.  Go to Modules in your left course navigation.  If you do not already have a..."

### D2L Brightspace

- Title: [Is Brightspace and d2l the same?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-brightspace-and-d2l-the-same) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Brightspace is the name of the Learning Management Ssytem made by the company D2L."
- Title: [What is Brightspace platform?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-brightspace-platform) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "A learning management system — you can distribute courses or training to students or employees using videos, live classrooms, documents, etc.  Students can..."
- Title: [Who uses Brightspace?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/who-uses-brightspace) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Users at Maine Virtual Academy include students, parents, teachers, and administrative staff."
- Title: [What is D2L Brightspace used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-d2l-brightspace-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "D2L brightspace is a platform for online schooling. The way its organized makes things a lot easier to navigate and helps get to your assignments easier and..."
- Title: [How do i schedule any document to be publish?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-schedule-any-document-to-be-publish) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "HI, Noe; you may use release conditions tool:..."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/blackboard-vs-canvas-lms-vs-d2l-brightspace)