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Compare Blackboard and Sakai 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (46.4% of reviews)
Enterprise (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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
Learn more about BlackboardSakai
Star Rating
(99)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (50.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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- G2 reviewers report that Blackboard excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Sakai. Users appreciate its all-in-one ecosystem that integrates core tools, course content management, and graded assessments, making it a reliable choice for institutions.
- Users say that Blackboard's organization is a standout feature, with many highlighting how easy it is to keep course materials, assignments, and grades in one place. This level of organization helps both students and faculty stay on top of their classes, enhancing the overall learning experience.
- Reviewers mention that Sakai offers a straightforward user experience, particularly praising its intuitive navigation tools. The left-hand side menu allows teachers to easily operate the system and provide assistance to students, which can be beneficial for those who prefer a simpler interface.
- According to verified reviews, Blackboard's implementation process is often described as quick and user-friendly, with an intuitive onboarding wizard that helps new users get started without hassle. In contrast, some users have found Sakai's setup to be more challenging, indicating a potential barrier for new adopters.
- Users highlight that while both platforms provide decent support, Blackboard edges out slightly with a more robust support system. Reviewers appreciate the quality of support they receive, which contributes to a more positive overall experience when navigating challenges.
- G2 reviewers note that while Sakai has its strengths in ease of use, it still trails behind Blackboard in terms of overall satisfaction and feature richness. Users enjoy the ability to create multiple folders and upload resources easily, but they often find that Blackboard's comprehensive features provide a more complete solution for their educational needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Blackboard
No pricing availableSakai
No pricing availableFree Trial
Blackboard
Free Trial is available
Sakai
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.2
830
8.1
91
Ease of Use
7.8
924
7.4
92
Ease of Setup
7.5
303
6.7
22
Ease of Admin
7.4
202
7.9
21
Quality of Support
7.4
682
7.3
69
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.9
170
7.8
18
Product Direction (% positive)
6.7
830
6.4
90
Features by Category
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
|
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Blackboard and Sakai are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS)
Unique Categories
Blackboard is categorized as Sales Training and Onboarding, Corporate Learning Management Systems, Assessment, and Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Sakai has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Blackboard
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Sakai
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%
Higher Education
38.5%
Education Management
16.7%
E-Learning
9.4%
Marketing and Advertising
7.3%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Other
22.9%
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
Sakai has no discussions with answers
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