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Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (46.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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No pricing available
Blackboard
Star Rating
(1,059)4.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(121)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (46.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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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. Users appreciate how this organization helps them stay on top of their classes, making it a reliable choice for institutions.
- Users say that Nearpod stands out for its interactive features, such as virtual reality experiences and a variety of tools that allow for individualized lesson planning. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for educators looking to tailor their teaching to meet diverse student needs.
- Reviewers mention that while Blackboard has a higher overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in ease of setup and administration compared to Nearpod. Users have noted that Blackboard can be complex to configure, whereas Nearpod is praised for its intuitive setup process, making it easier for teachers to get started quickly.
- According to verified reviews, Nearpod shines in the quality of support it offers, with users highlighting the responsiveness and helpfulness of their support team. In contrast, while Blackboard provides solid support, some users feel it could be more responsive to their needs.
- G2 reviewers report that Blackboard's analytics and reporting features are robust, allowing educators to track student performance effectively. However, Nearpod also offers strong reporting capabilities, with users appreciating its ability to collect data on student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Users say that both platforms have their strengths, but Blackboard's higher G2 score reflects a more comprehensive user experience overall. While Nearpod is favored for its engaging and interactive lessons, Blackboard's stability and organizational features make it a strong contender for institutions looking for a reliable learning management system.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Blackboard
No pricing availableNearpod
No pricing availableFree Trial
Blackboard
Free Trial is available
Nearpod
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
830
8.9
86
Ease of Use
7.8
924
8.6
89
Ease of Setup
7.5
303
8.5
18
Ease of Admin
7.4
202
8.6
13
Quality of Support
7.4
682
9.0
62
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
170
9.0
10
Product Direction (% positive)
6.7
830
8.9
86
Features by Category
Assessment delivery
8.9
83
9.4
16
8.5
80
9.7
16
7.7
74
9.2
14
Grading and reporting
8.8
80
8.4
15
6.9
76
8.2
13
8.2
80
8.6
16
8.2
82
9.1
16
Administration
7.6
74
Feature Not Available
8.0
79
7.9
16
Learning Content
Not enough data
8.7
29
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
9.2
35
Not enough data
8.4
28
Personalization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
32
Reporting and Analytics
Not enough data
8.8
31
Not enough data
8.5
31
Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms
Not enough data
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
|
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
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
Platform Features
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
42
Not enough data
9.3
41
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.9
35
Not enough data
8.7
35
Not enough data
8.9
38
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Blackboard and Nearpod are categorized as Assessment
Unique Categories
Blackboard is categorized as Sales Training and Onboarding, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Learning Management System (LMS), and Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Nearpod is categorized as Digital Learning Platforms and Classroom Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Blackboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Nearpod
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
51.7%
Education Management
25.9%
Higher Education
10.3%
E-Learning
5.2%
Sports
0.9%
Other
6.0%
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
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
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
Is there a way to allow students to save in progress during remote learning?
3 Comments
HF
You can further develop them preceding showing up in the real 300-715 Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine (300-715 SISE) test and...Read more
What are the features of Nearpod?
1 Comment
CW
Nearpod is a platform that allows instructors to create an interactive lesson that can be used cooperatively as a group or individually. Functions include...Read more
What is the purpose of Nearpod?
1 Comment
SO
Full-class experience... Real-time insights through interactive lessons, interactive videos, gamified learning and activitiesRead more
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