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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (75.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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D2L Brightspace
Star Rating
(623)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Star Rating
(380)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (75.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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- G2 reviewers report that D2L Brightspace excels in providing a reliable and efficient platform, with users highlighting its seamless integration into existing digital learning ecosystems. This minimizes the need for additional tools, saving both time and money for institutions.
- Users say that Thinkific stands out for its intuitive interface, which allows course creators to focus on content rather than technical issues. Reviewers appreciate that everything needed to run courses is available in one place, enhancing the overall user experience.
- According to verified reviews, D2L Brightspace offers a meticulous implementation and onboarding process, making transitions smooth and hassle-free. Users commend the exceptional support provided during this phase, which includes open forum office hours for additional assistance.
- Reviewers mention that Thinkific's customer support is particularly noteworthy, especially for users on the Plus plan. This level of support is seen as a significant advantage for those looking to sell courses effectively, whether in B2B or B2C contexts.
- G2 reviewers highlight that D2L Brightspace features a clean interface with straightforward navigation, which is essential for both students and instructors. Users appreciate the platform's comprehensive feature set tailored for higher education, making it a robust choice for academic institutions.
- Users report that while Thinkific provides a complete course platform without extensive custom development, it may not offer the same depth in features like assessments and quizzes compared to D2L Brightspace, which is noted for its strong capabilities in these areas.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
D2L 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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Thinkific
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D2L Brightspace
Free Trial is available
Thinkific
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
494
8.4
288
Ease of Use
8.4
500
8.8
293
Ease of Setup
8.1
284
8.5
245
Ease of Admin
8.3
282
8.6
230
Quality of Support
8.4
449
8.7
262
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
260
8.9
228
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
471
8.7
278
Features by Category
Platform Basics
Not enough data
7.4
76
Not enough data
8.1
79
Not enough data
7.5
73
Training & Learning
Not enough data
8.9
77
Not enough data
7.9
77
Not enough data
8.2
77
Not enough data
7.9
77
Not enough data
8.1
74
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
7.5
75
Not enough data
7.8
75
Not enough data
7.4
75
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.0
38
Not enough data
6.0
35
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
7.4
113
Not enough data
8.3
115
Course Management
Not enough data
8.3
112
Not enough data
8.3
113
Integration
Not enough data
7.0
96
Not enough data
7.6
106
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
7.9
112
Platform Customization
Not enough data
8.3
105
Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform
Not enough data
5.8
18
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
8.7
103
8.6
88
8.3
97
7.3
80
8.9
104
7.9
84
8.8
104
8.2
81
Course Delivery
8.5
100
8.3
83
8.8
107
8.2
84
8.9
104
8.0
76
Course Management
8.3
99
7.0
72
8.7
100
7.9
76
8.6
94
8.3
78
8.7
90
8.2
70
LMS Marketplace
7.2
67
8.5
70
7.5
67
Feature Not Available
7.6
69
8.5
70
Interface
8.5
90
8.7
77
8.4
89
7.6
69
Training & eLearning
8.9
102
8.4
81
8.7
105
8.7
84
8.8
107
8.4
85
8.7
94
8.5
78
8.2
81
8.0
76
8.6
100
8.5
79
8.2
92
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
6.6
38
6.8
32
6.4
38
6.7
30
Feature Not Available
5.8
29
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
6.9
8
7.5
16
6.9
8
8.0
15
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
D2L Brightspace and Thinkific are categorized as Corporate Learning Management Systems
Unique Categories
D2L Brightspace is categorized as Learning Management System (LMS)
Thinkific is categorized as Online Learning Platform and Customer Education
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
D2L Brightspace
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Thinkific
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
61.5%
Education Management
15.2%
E-Learning
6.6%
Primary/Secondary Education
4.1%
Professional Training & Coaching
1.2%
Other
11.5%
E-Learning
10.7%
Professional Training & Coaching
10.4%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
8.7%
Education Management
8.7%
Higher Education
7.0%
Other
54.5%
Discussions
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
When will Thinkific integrate with Zoho One?
1 Comment
CM
Hi Monica! Catalina here from Thinkific. We don’t have plans at this immediate time to integrate with Zoho, but depending on what you are looking to...Read more
When will Thinkific have video engagement data at the user level?
1 Comment
CM
Hi Lynette! This is a great question, and I'm happy to answer.
Video Engagement Reporting or VER is one of our latest releases, and you can read more...Read more
How do I create a world class website that is inviting and warm. Is there a way to create for myself a click funnel.
1 Comment
CM
Hi Jansen - Catalina here from Thinkific. I wanted to point you towards some of the educational resources we have created to support course creators like...Read more
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