Compare Canvas LMS and Cornerstone Learning

At a Glance
Canvas LMS
Canvas LMS
Star Rating
(1,831)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Canvas LMS
Cornerstone Learning
Cornerstone Learning
Star Rating
(517)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (74.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Please request a custom quote
Learn more about Cornerstone Learning
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Canvas LMS excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and easy navigation. This is particularly beneficial for students and instructors alike, as it allows for seamless course management and assignment completion.
  • Users say that Cornerstone Learning offers a robust set of features, including advanced reporting and curriculum creation tools. However, some reviewers mention that it can be less intuitive than Canvas, which may require additional training for new users to fully leverage its capabilities.
  • According to verified reviews, Canvas LMS stands out for its strong mobile accessibility and third-party integrations, making it a versatile choice for users who need to access learning materials on the go. This flexibility is a significant advantage for modern educational environments.
  • Reviewers mention that while Cornerstone Learning has a wealth of functionality, its setup process can be challenging, with some users noting that it may take longer to implement compared to Canvas, which is praised for its quick and straightforward onboarding experience.
  • G2 reviewers highlight the quality of support provided by Canvas LMS, with many users appreciating the responsive customer service and helpful resources available. In contrast, Cornerstone Learning's support has received mixed feedback, with some users expressing a desire for more timely assistance.
  • Users report that both platforms have their strengths, but Canvas LMS generally receives higher satisfaction ratings across various metrics, including ease of use and overall user experience, making it a more favorable option for many educational institutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Canvas LMS
No pricing available
Cornerstone Learning
Custom
Please request a custom quote
Learn more about Cornerstone Learning
Free Trial
Canvas LMS
Free Trial is available
Cornerstone Learning
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
993
8.2
376
Ease of Use
8.5
1,276
7.6
394
Ease of Setup
8.0
585
6.6
314
Ease of Admin
8.3
329
6.9
339
Quality of Support
8.5
850
6.9
364
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
281
7.5
331
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
957
8.1
366
Features by Category
8.5
77
Not enough data
Assessment delivery
8.7
63
Not enough data
8.8
59
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
Grading and reporting
8.7
62
Not enough data
8.0
40
Not enough data
8.9
64
Not enough data
8.7
61
Not enough data
Administration
8.1
42
Not enough data
8.6
59
Not enough data
Learning Experience Platforms (LXP)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
7.9
197
Training & eLearning
9.3
5
7.4
142
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.1
85
|
Verified
8.7
5
7.1
110
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.4
136
|
Verified
8.3
5
7.9
161
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
144
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Digital Learning PlatformsHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.5
127
Not enough data
Learning Content
8.2
74
Not enough data
8.5
91
Not enough data
8.8
100
Not enough data
7.8
73
Not enough data
Personalization
8.5
85
Not enough data
8.3
85
Not enough data
8.8
98
Not enough data
Reporting and Analytics
8.9
99
Not enough data
8.9
92
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)Hide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
8.3
19
Process Automation
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
8.8
18
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
8.7
18
Not enough data
7.4
13
Not enough data
7.7
10
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Corporate Learning Management SystemsHide 28 FeaturesShow 28 Features
Not enough data
7.2
278
Course Authoring
9.2
6
7.1
97
Not enough data
6.8
90
9.7
5
7.0
169
Not enough data
7.8
179
Course Delivery
Not enough data
7.9
124
9.3
5
7.8
188
9.7
5
8.4
181
Course Management
Not enough data
6.4
89
Not enough data
7.9
154
Not enough data
7.2
112
Not enough data
8.2
126
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
7.0
45
Not enough data
7.7
61
Not enough data
7.8
57
Interface
Not enough data
8.1
102
Not enough data
7.9
84
Training & eLearning
9.3
5
7.4
142
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Verified
Not enough data
8.2
174
|
Verified
8.7
5
7.1
110
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
136
Not enough data
7.4
136
|
Verified
8.3
5
7.9
161
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
144
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
3.9
6
Not enough data
4.2
6
Not enough data
4.2
6
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
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
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Canvas LMS
Canvas LMS
Cornerstone Learning
Cornerstone Learning
Canvas LMS and Cornerstone Learning are categorized as Corporate Learning Management Systems
Unique Categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Canvas LMS
Canvas LMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
12.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
44.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
42.6%
Cornerstone Learning
Cornerstone Learning
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
1.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
24.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
74.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Canvas LMS
Canvas LMS
Higher Education
45.5%
Education Management
25.9%
E-Learning
11.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
7.6%
Information Technology and Services
1.0%
Other
8.3%
Cornerstone Learning
Cornerstone Learning
Hospital & Health Care
10.4%
Financial Services
7.6%
Retail
4.9%
Higher Education
4.7%
Insurance
4.1%
Other
68.3%
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Discussions
Canvas LMS
Canvas LMS Discussions
How can I hide all grades?
2 Comments
DH
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...Read more
Future canvas updates
2 Comments
Kris B.
KB
You can view (and even participate) in the product development progress here: https://community.canvaslms.com/community/ideas Read more
How many days of training did you get/give your staff before using Canvas?
2 Comments
TG
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...Read more
Cornerstone Learning
Cornerstone Learning Discussions
Is there a sand box for new users to play with?
2 Comments
Mark v.
MV
Hi Melissa, As a CSOD customer you will get acces to 2 environments, where indeed the second one could be seen as a sandbox to test out your learning paths...Read more
External Certificates
2 Comments
Dave H.
DH
Hey, Sławomir. There's an option that can be enabled on the learners Transcript to "Add External Training" and this allows adding of attachments. You can...Read more
When are you updating the certification module
1 Comment
JL
I need to learn more about the product. apparently it is a billable service. Read more