# Blackboard, Watermark Planning & Self-Study vs Moodle Comparison

| | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.0 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 4.1 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 1,066 | 71 | 448 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Enterprise (46.6% of reviews) | Mid-Market (64.8% of reviews) | Mid-Market (48.5% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Blackboard

Pros:
- Ease of Use (44 reviews)
- Navigation Ease (25 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Features (18 reviews)
- Lack of Intuitiveness (11 reviews)

### Watermark Planning & Self-Study

Pros:
- Ease of Use (4 reviews)
- Assessments (2 reviews)

Cons:
- Assessment Issues (1 reviews)
- Difficulty (1 reviews)

### Moodle

Pros:
- Ease of Use (16 reviews)
- Features (10 reviews)

Cons:
- Not User-Friendly (9 reviews)
- Lack of Intuitiveness (7 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.3 (836 reviews) | 8.3 (69 reviews) | 8.5 (379 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 7.8 (930 reviews) | 7.8 (70 reviews) | 7.7 (384 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 7.5 (307 reviews) | 7.5 (55 reviews) | 7.5 (164 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 7.4 (204 reviews) | 8.3 (37 reviews) | 7.8 (161 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.4 (686 reviews) | 8.3 (54 reviews) | 7.6 (302 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 7.9 (171 reviews) | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 8.6 (129 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 6.7 (837 reviews) | 9.0 (71 reviews) | 7.0 (372 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Blackboard

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Watermark Planning & Self-Study

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Moodle

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Starter

Price: Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year

Description: 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.

Key Features:
- 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.

[Learn more about Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

---
## Features Comparison By Category

### Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 8.2/10 | 98 |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | 7.4/10 | 54 |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Assessment delivery

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Question variety** | 8.9 (87 reviews) | 7.4 (49 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Real-time assessment** | 8.6 (82 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Pre-made content** | 7.7 (77 reviews) | 7.2 (50 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Grading and reporting

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated grading** | 8.9 (84 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | 6.9 (76 reviews) | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics dashboard** | 8.3 (82 reviews) | 7.9 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | 8.2 (83 reviews) | 8.0 (50 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White-labeling** | 7.6 (74 reviews) | 7.0 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile compatibility** | 8.1 (81 reviews) | 7.0 (48 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Training Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.6/10 | 54 |

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | 8.2 (60 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.4 (50 reviews) | 
| **Customer Training** | 8.0 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.8 (40 reviews) | 
| **Manager Portals** | 7.2 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (41 reviews) | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 7.6 (56 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (45 reviews) | 

### Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 7.7/10 | 17 |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Process Automation

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | 8.4 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.6 (12 reviews) | 
| **Online Learning** | 9.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (13 reviews) | 
| **Certificate Generation** | 7.3 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 5.6 (12 reviews) | 
| **Tracking & Reporting** | 8.0 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.2 (12 reviews) | 
| **Collaborative Environment** | 7.6 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (12 reviews) | 
| **Automatic Boards Reporting** | 7.8 (15 reviews) | Not enough data | 5.3 (10 reviews) | 

### Sales Training and Onboarding

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 8.9/10 | 17 |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text-to-Speech** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Talent Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Recruiting

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.7/10 | 13 |

#### Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Standard Courses** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (9 reviews) | 
| **Authoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (9 reviews) | 
| **Internal Policies** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | 
| **Programs** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (9 reviews) | 
| **External Courses** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (9 reviews) | 

#### Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Offensive Behavior** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | 
| **Business Ethics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | 
| **Code of Conduct** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.8 (8 reviews) | 

#### Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Corporate Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (8 reviews) | 
| **Department Specific Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.0 (8 reviews) | 
| **Safety** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (8 reviews) | 
| **Industry Specific Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.5 (8 reviews) | 

#### Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Renewals** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | 
| **Job Related** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | 
| **Regulatory** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (7 reviews) | 

#### Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.1 (7 reviews) | 
| **Performance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.4 (7 reviews) | 
| **Non Compliance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (7 reviews) | 

### Corporate Learning Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | 7.9/10 | 70 |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.4/10 | 59 |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Builder** | 9.0 (36 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 
| **Role-Based Templates** | 7.8 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.7 (33 reviews) | 
| **Assessments & Quizzes** | 8.7 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.0 (41 reviews) | 
| **Instructor-Led Training** | 8.7 (35 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (36 reviews) | 

#### Course Delivery

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Learning Paths** | 8.2 (37 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (34 reviews) | 
| **Communication & Notifications** | 8.6 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (37 reviews) | 
| **Assignment Scheduling** | 9.0 (38 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.0 (36 reviews) | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | 6.5 (32 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.1 (32 reviews) | 
| **Varied User Types** | 8.4 (33 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.1 (34 reviews) | 
| **Certifications** | 8.2 (34 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (33 reviews) | 
| **Industry Compliance ** | 8.5 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (31 reviews) | 

#### LMS Marketplace

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **E-Commerce** | 6.2 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.2 (28 reviews) | 
| **Course Marketplace** | 7.1 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (29 reviews) | 
| **Subscriptions** | 6.7 (29 reviews) | Not enough data | 6.8 (30 reviews) | 

#### Interface

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | 7.7 (31 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (31 reviews) | 
| **Multilingual** | 7.8 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.3 (32 reviews) | 

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assessments and Practice** | 8.6 (57 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.9 (35 reviews) | 
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | 8.2 (60 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.4 (50 reviews) | 
| **Content Creation** | 7.7 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (33 reviews) | 
| **Customer Training** | 8.0 (45 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.8 (40 reviews) | 
| **Manager Portals** | 7.2 (43 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.9 (41 reviews) | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 7.6 (56 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.2 (45 reviews) | 
| **Content Libraries** | 7.3 (51 reviews) | Not enough data | 7.6 (32 reviews) | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.6 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | 5.9 (15 reviews) | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 7.5 (12 reviews) | Not enough data | 5.9 (16 reviews) | 
| **AI Text-to-Image** | 6.7 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | 5.8 (16 reviews) | 

#### Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems 

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (5 reviews) | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Talent Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | 8.3/10 | 21 |

#### Platform Content - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Candidate Screening** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (12 reviews) | 
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (13 reviews) | 
| **Assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (15 reviews) | 
| **Portal** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (13 reviews) | 
| **Emotional Intelligence** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.6 (12 reviews) | 
| **Logical Reasoning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (12 reviews) | 
| **Big Five** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.6 (11 reviews) | 
| **Psychometric** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.7 (12 reviews) | 

#### Platform Performance - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Uptime** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.6 (12 reviews) | 
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.3 (10 reviews) | 
| **Monitoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (11 reviews) | 

#### Platform Additional Functionality - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Mobility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.1 (14 reviews) | 
| **Messaging** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.0 (16 reviews) | 
| **Payment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 5.2 (11 reviews) | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.8 (12 reviews) | 
| **Video Interview** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 7.3 (11 reviews) | 
| **Simulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.5 (12 reviews) | 

#### Platform Basics - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (16 reviews) | 
| **Interoperability** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.7 (15 reviews) | 
| **Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.4 (15 reviews) | 

#### AI Capabilities - Talent Assessment

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Personalization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Predictive Insights** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Scoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessment Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Bias Detection** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Training eLearning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | 

### Pre-Employment Screening

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Blackboard** | N/A | N/A |
| **Watermark Planning & Self-Study** | N/A | N/A |
| **Moodle** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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 | 

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## Categories

**Unique to Blackboard (5):** [Sales Training and Onboarding Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/sales-training-and-onboarding), [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), [Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/healthcare-learning-management-systems-lms)

**Unique to Watermark Planning & Self-Study (1):** [Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/assessment)

**Unique to Moodle (6):** [Ethics And Compliance LMS](https://www.g2.com/categories/ethics-and-compliance-learning), [Training Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/training-management-systems), [Talent Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/talent-assessment-software), [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), [Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.g2.com/categories/healthcare-learning-management-systems-lms)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Blackboard | Watermark Planning & Self-Study | Moodle | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 15.2% | 14.1% | 26.9% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 38.1% | 64.8% | 48.5% | 
| **Enterprise** | 46.6% | 21.1% | 24.6% | 

### 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%

#### Watermark Planning & Self-Study

- **Higher Education:** 76.1%
- **Education Management:** 18.3%
- **E-Learning:** 4.2%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 1.4%

#### Moodle

- **Higher Education:** 36.0%
- **Education Management:** 22.1%
- **E-Learning:** 9.4%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 6.8%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 3.5%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 2.4%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.9%
- **Internet:** 1.6%
- **Computer Software:** 1.4%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 1.2%
- **Other:** 13.6%

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- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)

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## 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..."

### Watermark Planning & Self-Study

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### Moodle

- Title: [Is Moodle really free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-moodle-really-free) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "yes moodle completely free but you have to take care of the hosting and server managment "
- Title: [What is Moodle software used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-moodle-software-used-for) — 2 comments *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "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..."
- Title: [What is Moodle and its features?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-moodle-and-its-features) — 1 comment *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Comment deleted by user."
- Title: [What is the best way to encourage teachers to implement Moodle ?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-encourage-teachers-to-implement-moodle) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hello Nilesh.
Thank you for your question.

The best way is to explain to them that in one single site they can combine all the other apps they are..."
- Title: [What have been the most beneficial plugins for you as moodlers?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/50476-what-have-been-the-most-beneficial-plugins-for-you-as-moodlers) — 1 comment, 1 upvote *(includes official response)*
  > **Top comment:** "Hello Dwight,

Thank you for your question.

In this link you can find the most popular plugins: https://moodle.org/plugins/stats.php 

You can also..."

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