# D2L Brightspace, Open LMS vs Google Classroom Comparison

| | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.0 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 684 | 90 | 1,554 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (45.1% of reviews) | Mid-Market (53.0% of reviews) | Mid-Market (49.3% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Contact Us | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### D2L Brightspace

Pros:
- Ease of Use (20 reviews)
- User-Friendly (17 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Customization (9 reviews)
- Limited Features (9 reviews)

### Open LMS

Pros:
- Helpful (7 reviews)
- Ease of Learning (4 reviews)

Cons:
- Feature Issues (5 reviews)
- Navigation Issues (3 reviews)

### Google Classroom

Pros:
- Assignment Management (12 reviews)
- User-Friendly (12 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Customization (6 reviews)
- Integration Issues (5 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.6 (531 reviews) | 8.0 (62 reviews) | 8.9 (1180 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.4 (539 reviews) | 7.4 (60 reviews) | 9.0 (1188 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.1 (312 reviews) | 7.8 (36 reviews) | 9.1 (297 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 8.2 (315 reviews) | 7.6 (38 reviews) | 8.9 (262 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.5 (484 reviews) | 7.6 (59 reviews) | 8.7 (1008 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 8.9 (291 reviews) | 8.0 (39 reviews) | 8.9 (219 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 8.5 (503 reviews) | 5.7 (62 reviews) | 9.3 (1138 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### D2L Brightspace

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Brightspace Core

Price: Contact Us

Description: 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.

Key Features:
- Activity Feed
- Accessibility Templates and Tools
- Accommodations and Special Access

[Learn more about D2L Brightspace](https://www.g2.com/products/d2l-brightspace/reviews)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Open LMS

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Google Classroom

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Assessment

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | 10.0/10 | 7 |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Assessment delivery

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Question variety** | 10.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Real-time assessment** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Pre-made content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Grading and reporting

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Automated grading** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Analytics dashboard** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Administration

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White-labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Mobile compatibility** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Course Authoring

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.5/10 | 132 |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Creation** | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 8.6 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Libraries** | 8.3 (96 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Course Authoring

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Online Learning Platform

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | 9.0/10 | 8 |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Reporting Analysis

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Progress Reports** | 7.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Completion** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Authoring** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Access** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Integration

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Education ERP System** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Learning Management System** | 9.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Customer Assistance

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Help and Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Customization

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Talent Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Generative AI

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Corporate Learning Management Systems

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | 8.3/10 | 160 |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Course Authoring

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Course Builder** | 8.7 (117 reviews) | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Role-Based Templates** | 8.4 (100 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Assessments & Quizzes** | 8.8 (126 reviews) | 10.0 (8 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Instructor-Led Training** | 8.9 (112 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Delivery

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Learning Paths** | 8.5 (103 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication & Notifications** | 8.8 (123 reviews) | 8.9 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Assignment Scheduling** | 8.9 (112 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Course Management

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Gamification** | 8.4 (105 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Varied User Types** | 8.9 (110 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Certifications** | 8.7 (101 reviews) | 10.0 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Industry Compliance ** | 8.8 (93 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### LMS Marketplace

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **E-Commerce** | 7.2 (66 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Course Marketplace** | 7.4 (68 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Subscriptions** | 7.5 (68 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Interface

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **White Labeling** | 8.6 (90 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Multilingual** | 8.5 (89 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Training & eLearning

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assessments and Practice** | 9.0 (110 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Delivery and Tracking** | 8.8 (114 reviews) | 7.7 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Creation** | 8.9 (117 reviews) | 8.6 (6 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Customer Training** | 8.7 (93 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Manager Portals** | 8.2 (82 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Content Storage and Management** | 8.6 (105 reviews) | 9.3 (5 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Content Libraries** | 8.3 (96 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Generative AI

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **AI Text Generation** | 7.0 (40 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text Summarization** | 6.8 (39 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **AI Text-to-Image** | Feature Not Available | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems 

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | 7.3 (10 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | 7.2 (9 reviews) | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

### Training eLearning

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **D2L Brightspace** | N/A | N/A |
| **Open LMS** | N/A | N/A |
| **Google Classroom** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform

| Feature | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **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
**Shared Categories (1):** [Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/learning-management-system-lms)

**Unique to D2L Brightspace (4):** [Corporate Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/corporate-learning-management-systems), [Course Authoring Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/course-authoring), [Online Learning Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/online-learning-platform), [Assessment Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/assessment)

**Unique to Open LMS (1):** [Corporate Learning Management Systems](https://www.g2.com/categories/corporate-learning-management-systems)



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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | D2L Brightspace | Open LMS | Google Classroom | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 14.7% | 13.3% | 29.3% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 45.1% | 53.0% | 49.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 40.3% | 33.7% | 21.3% | 

### By Industry

#### D2L Brightspace

- **Higher Education:** 61.4%
- **Education Management:** 15.4%
- **E-Learning:** 6.7%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 4.1%
- **Professional Training & Coaching:** 1.1%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 1.0%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 1.0%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 1.0%
- **Government Administration:** 0.6%
- **Computer Software:** 0.5%
- **Other:** 7.3%

#### Open LMS

- **Higher Education:** 48.1%
- **Education Management:** 22.2%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 6.2%
- **Writing and Editing:** 3.7%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 3.7%
- **E-Learning:** 3.7%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 2.5%
- **Consulting:** 1.2%
- **Research:** 1.2%
- **Religious Institutions:** 1.2%
- **Other:** 6.2%

#### Google Classroom

- **Education Management:** 35.1%
- **Primary/Secondary Education:** 21.9%
- **Higher Education:** 14.6%
- **E-Learning:** 7.8%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 3.1%
- **Computer Software:** 2.4%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 1.0%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 0.8%
- **Consumer Services:** 0.7%
- **Religious Institutions:** 0.7%
- **Other:** 11.9%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to D2L Brightspace

- [Canvas LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/canvas-lms/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1835 reviews)
- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (898 reviews)
- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [LearnWorlds](https://www.g2.com/products/learnworlds/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (378 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)

### Alternatives to Open LMS

- [Canvas LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/canvas-lms/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1835 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [TalentLMS](https://www.g2.com/products/talentlms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (797 reviews)
- [Docebo](https://www.g2.com/products/docebo/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (740 reviews)
- [Tovuti LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/tovuti-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (295 reviews)
- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
- [Absorb LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/absorb-software-absorb-lms/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (898 reviews)
- [Litmos](https://www.g2.com/products/litmos/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (698 reviews)
- [LearnUpon LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/learnupon-lms/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (250 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)

### Alternatives to Google Classroom

- [Canvas LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/canvas-lms/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1835 reviews)
- [Blackboard](https://www.g2.com/products/blackboard/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (1066 reviews)
- [Moodle](https://www.g2.com/products/moodle/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (448 reviews)
- [PowerSchool Schoology Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/powerschool-schoology-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (395 reviews)
- [LearnDash](https://www.g2.com/products/learndash/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (50 reviews)
- [Showbie](https://www.g2.com/products/showbie/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (25 reviews)
- [Chamilo LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/chamilo-lms/reviews) — 4.9/5 stars (18 reviews)
- [Hāpara](https://www.g2.com/products/hapara/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (98 reviews)
- [CYPHER Learning](https://www.g2.com/products/cypher-learning-cypher-learning/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (319 reviews)
- [Infinite Campus](https://www.g2.com/products/infinite-campus/reviews) — 3.7/5 stars (203 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### D2L Brightspace

- Title: [Is Brightspace and d2l the same?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-brightspace-and-d2l-the-same) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Brightspace is the name of the Learning Management Ssytem made by the company D2L."
- Title: [What is Brightspace platform?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-brightspace-platform) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "A learning management system — you can distribute courses or training to students or employees using videos, live classrooms, documents, etc.  Students can..."
- Title: [Who uses Brightspace?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/who-uses-brightspace) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Users at Maine Virtual Academy include students, parents, teachers, and administrative staff."
- Title: [What is D2L Brightspace used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-d2l-brightspace-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "D2L brightspace is a platform for online schooling. The way its organized makes things a lot easier to navigate and helps get to your assignments easier and..."
- Title: [How do i schedule any document to be publish?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-schedule-any-document-to-be-publish) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "HI, Noe; you may use release conditions tool:..."

### Open LMS

- Title: [What can an LMS do?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-can-an-lms-do) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Allows your educational strategy to handle e-learning courses (online), and blended courses, as well as complement face-to-face classes with ed-tech..."

### Google Classroom

- Title: [What is Google Classroom used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-google-classroom-used-for) — 6 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Google Classroom is where your teacher or professor sends your homework, powerpoint presentation, recorded session, and some tasks that needed to be done, it..."
- Title: [Is Google classroom free for anyone?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-google-classroom-free-for-anyone) — 5 comments
  > **Top comment:** "Unfortunately no, it much be purchased, usually at the school or district level."
- Title: [Is there any way to post illustrative pictures within assignments in the main board?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-any-way-to-post-illustrative-pictures-within-assignments-in-the-main-board) — 4 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Here are instructions on how to add a photo to an assignment on Android:

Tap the class and then tap the assignment.
Tap Your Work.
To attach an..."
- Title: [Is there a timeline or beta testing for linking Classroom with Records Suites like Skyward?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-there-a-timeline-or-beta-testing-for-linking-classroom-with-records-suites-like-skyward) — 4 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "I am not really sure but I will look into it"
- Title: [What does Google classroom require?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-does-google-classroom-require) — 3 comments
  > **Top comment:** "a goggle email only"

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/d2l-brightspace-vs-learning-technologies-group-plc-open-lms-vs-google-classroom)