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Compare Canvas LMS and D2L Brightspace 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.8% of reviews)
Mid-Market (43.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Canvas LMS
Star Rating
(1,828)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Canvas LMSD2L Brightspace
Star Rating
(625)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Canvas LMS excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its well-organized interface and intuitive setup. This makes it easy for both instructors and students to navigate, which is a significant advantage for those new to online learning platforms.
- Users say that D2L Brightspace offers a clean interface and straightforward navigation, which is particularly beneficial for higher education settings. Reviewers appreciate its essential features and the ease of integrating additional tools, making it a reliable choice for institutions looking for a comprehensive LMS.
- According to verified reviews, Canvas LMS shines in mobile accessibility and third-party integrations, allowing for a seamless experience across devices. This flexibility is a big plus for users who need to manage courses and communications on the go.
- Reviewers mention that D2L Brightspace provides exceptional support during the implementation and onboarding process. Users have praised the meticulous approach and the availability of open forum office hours, which help ensure a smooth transition to the platform.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both platforms have similar star ratings, Canvas LMS has a significantly larger number of reviews, indicating a broader user base and potentially more reliable insights into its performance over time.
- Users report that while D2L Brightspace is known for its reliability and efficiency, some find it challenging to customize to their specific workflows. In contrast, Canvas LMS is often praised for its organized structure, which helps keep students on track with features like date-locked assignments.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Canvas LMS
No pricing availableD2L Brightspace
Brightspace Core
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Brightspace Core is the foundation of your learning platform and your gateway to
continuous innovation. Brightspace Core combines the powerful tools, services, and
support you need to deliver a best-in-class teaching and learning experience- all in one convenient package.
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Canvas LMS
Free Trial is available
D2L Brightspace
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
993
8.6
495
Ease of Use
8.5
1,275
8.4
501
Ease of Setup
8.0
584
8.1
284
Ease of Admin
8.3
329
8.3
283
Quality of Support
8.5
850
8.4
449
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
281
8.9
260
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
957
8.5
472
Features by Category
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 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
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
9.2
6
8.7
104
Not enough data
8.3
97
9.7
5
8.9
105
Not enough data
8.8
104
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.5
100
9.3
5
8.8
108
9.7
5
8.9
105
Course Management
Not enough data
8.3
100
Not enough data
8.7
101
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
8.7
90
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
7.2
67
Not enough data
7.5
67
Not enough data
7.6
69
Interface
Not enough data
8.5
90
Not enough data
8.4
89
Training & eLearning
9.3
5
8.9
102
Not enough data
8.7
105
8.7
5
8.8
108
Not enough data
8.7
94
Not enough data
8.2
81
8.3
5
8.6
100
Not enough data
8.2
93
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.6
38
Not enough data
6.4
38
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
6.9
8
Not enough data
6.9
8
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
Canvas LMS and D2L Brightspace are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS) and Corporate Learning Management Systems
Unique Categories
Canvas LMS is categorized as Assessment and Digital Learning Platforms
D2L Brightspace has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Canvas LMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
D2L Brightspace
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
45.6%
Education Management
25.8%
E-Learning
11.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
7.6%
Information Technology and Services
1.0%
Other
8.3%
Higher Education
61.6%
Education Management
15.2%
E-Learning
6.6%
Primary/Secondary Education
4.0%
Professional Training & Coaching
1.2%
Other
11.5%
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
KB
You can view (and even participate) in the product development progress here:
https://community.canvaslms.com/community/ideas
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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
Is Brightspace and d2l the same?
3 Comments
SI
Brightspace is the name of the Learning Management Ssytem made by the company D2L.Read more
What is Brightspace platform?
3 Comments
TB
A learning management system — you can distribute courses or training to students or employees using videos, live classrooms, documents, etc. Students can...Read more
Who uses Brightspace?
2 Comments
DF
Users at Maine Virtual Academy include students, parents, teachers, and administrative staff.Read more
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