Compare Blackboard and Moodle
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.6% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
Blackboard
Star Rating
(1,066)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Moodle
Star Rating
(448)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
Learn more about Moodle
Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Blackboard excels in providing an all-in-one ecosystem, integrating essential tools like course content management, graded assessments, and discussion boards into a single platform. Users appreciate how this organization helps them stay on top of their classes, making it a reliable choice for institutions.
- Users say that Moodle stands out for its speed and user-friendliness, with many highlighting the wealth of information available. This accessibility enhances research and study efforts, making it a valuable resource for learners who need comprehensive materials at their fingertips.
- Reviewers mention that Blackboard's implementation process is generally smooth, with an intuitive onboarding experience that helps users quickly adapt to the platform. This ease of setup is particularly beneficial for institutions looking to minimize downtime during transitions.
- According to verified reviews, Moodle's straightforward application process and user-friendly interface make it appealing, especially for those who may be new to learning management systems. Many users appreciate that most features are available for free or at a low cost, making it an economical option.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Blackboard has a higher overall satisfaction score, Moodle's recent user feedback indicates a strong performance in areas like content delivery and tracking, with users noting its effectiveness in managing course materials and assessments.
- Users report that while Blackboard is generally well-organized and faculty-friendly, some find that Moodle's flexibility and variety of features allow for a more tailored learning experience, particularly for those who may have previously used other platforms.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Blackboard
No pricing availableMoodle
Starter
Starting at $200.00
50 Users Per Year
Save time and resources with a MoodleCloud hosted solution. Whether you choose a fast and affordable standard plan or a premium cloud service, our hosting solutions are scalable, reliable, resilient and provide enhanced security and data protection. Plus, you get access to all Moodle’s key features that you need to drive great learning experiences.
- Moodle provides a range of scalable, reliable, and robust hosting solutions for Moodle LMS and Moodle Workplace ranging from standard, low cost plans to fully hosted, premium SaaS cloud-based services.
Free Trial
Blackboard
Free Trial is available
Moodle
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
836
8.5
379
Ease of Use
7.8
930
7.7
384
Ease of Setup
7.5
307
7.5
164
Ease of Admin
7.4
204
7.8
161
Quality of Support
7.4
686
7.6
302
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
171
8.6
129
Product Direction (% positive)
6.7
837
7.0
372
Features by Category
Assessment delivery
8.9
87
Not enough data
8.6
82
Not enough data
7.7
77
Not enough data
Grading and reporting
8.9
84
Not enough data
6.9
76
Not enough data
8.3
82
Not enough data
8.2
83
Not enough data
Administration
7.6
74
Not enough data
8.1
81
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
8.2
60
8.4
50
8.0
45
7.8
40
7.2
43
7.9
41
7.6
56
8.2
45
Process Automation
8.4
15
7.6
12
9.0
15
8.3
13
7.3
15
5.6
12
8.0
15
7.2
12
7.6
15
7.9
12
7.8
15
5.3
10
Course Authoring
7.6
14
|
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
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
14
|
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
Generative AI
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
Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
6.5
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
6.3
9
Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
5.8
8
Not enough data
5.8
8
Not enough data
5.8
8
Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
6.5
8
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
6.3
8
Not enough data
7.5
8
Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
7.1
7
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Course Authoring
9.0
36
8.6
37
7.8
34
7.7
33
8.7
40
9.0
41
8.7
35
8.7
36
Course Delivery
8.2
37
8.2
34
8.6
38
8.6
37
9.0
38
9.0
36
Course Management
6.5
32
7.1
32
8.4
33
8.1
34
8.2
34
8.6
33
8.5
28
8.7
31
LMS Marketplace
6.2
29
6.2
28
7.1
29
7.9
29
6.7
29
6.8
30
Interface
7.7
31
7.9
31
7.8
28
8.3
32
Training & eLearning
8.6
57
8.9
35
8.2
60
8.4
50
7.7
52
7.9
33
8.0
45
7.8
40
7.2
43
7.9
41
7.6
56
8.2
45
7.3
51
7.6
32
Generative AI
7.6
22
5.9
15
7.5
12
5.9
16
6.7
22
5.8
16
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content - Talent Assessment
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
7.3
13
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
5.6
12
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
5.6
11
Not enough data
5.7
12
Platform Performance - Talent Assessment
Not enough data
7.6
12
Not enough data
6.3
10
Not enough data
7.3
11
Platform Additional Functionality - Talent Assessment
Not enough data
8.1
14
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
5.2
11
Not enough data
6.8
12
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
6.5
12
Platform Basics - Talent Assessment
Not enough data
6.4
16
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
6.4
15
AI Capabilities - Talent Assessment
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
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 Moodle are categorized as Corporate Learning Management Systems, Learning Management System (LMS), and Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Unique Categories
Blackboard is categorized as Sales Training and Onboarding and Assessment
Moodle is categorized as Ethics and Compliance Learning, Training Management Systems, and Talent Assessment
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Blackboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Moodle
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
48.2%
Education Management
18.5%
E-Learning
9.8%
Primary/Secondary Education
3.3%
Information Technology and Services
1.8%
Other
18.5%
Higher Education
36.0%
Education Management
22.1%
E-Learning
9.4%
Primary/Secondary Education
6.8%
Information Technology and Services
3.5%
Other
22.1%
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
Is Moodle really free?
2 Comments
PK
yes moodle completely free but you have to take care of the hosting and server managment Read more
What is Moodle software used for?
2 Comments
Official Response from Moodle
Hello
Moodle is an open-source learning management system that helps you improve your teaching and learner outcomes. Its used by over 300 million people in...Read more
What is Moodle and its features?
1 Comment
Official Response from Moodle
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