Compare Moodle and Thinkific 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (76.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
No pricing available
Moodle
Star Rating
(446)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
Learn more about MoodleThinkific
Star Rating
(393)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (76.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Thinkific excels in ease of use, with many users appreciating its intuitive interface that allows them to focus on content creation rather than technical issues. One user highlighted that the platform provides everything needed to run courses in one place, enhancing the overall user experience.
- Users say that Moodle offers a wealth of information and resources, making it a valuable tool for learners. Reviewers have noted its speed and user-friendliness, with one user mentioning that the straightforward login and application process make it easy to navigate.
- According to verified reviews, Thinkific's customer support is frequently praised, especially for users on the Plus plan. Many users feel supported throughout their course creation journey, which is a significant advantage for those new to online teaching.
- Reviewers mention that while Moodle has a strong feature set, including robust content delivery and tracking capabilities, some users have faced challenges with configuration and setup. This can be a hurdle for those unfamiliar with the platform, despite its overall effectiveness.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Thinkific shines in its e-commerce capabilities, making it an excellent choice for those looking to sell courses. Users appreciate the platform's ability to handle transactions seamlessly, which is crucial for B2B and B2C course offerings.
- Users report that Moodle's comprehensive features, such as assessments and certifications, are beneficial for educational institutions. However, some users feel that the platform could improve in areas like customer training and support quality compared to Thinkific's offerings.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Moodle
Starter
Starting at $200.00
50 Users Per Year
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.
- 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.
Thinkific
No pricing availableFree Trial
Moodle
Free Trial is available
Thinkific
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.5
378
8.4
298
Ease of Use
7.7
383
8.8
304
Ease of Setup
7.5
163
8.5
256
Ease of Admin
7.8
160
8.6
235
Quality of Support
7.6
302
8.7
271
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
128
8.8
233
Product Direction (% positive)
7.0
372
8.7
288
Features by Category
Training & eLearning
8.4
50
8.7
85
7.8
40
8.5
78
7.9
41
8.1
78
8.2
45
8.5
80
Training & eLearning
7.9
33
8.4
87
7.6
32
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Course Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
7.9
41
8.1
78
7.6
32
Feature Not Available
Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)Hide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Process Automation
7.6
12
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
5.6
12
Not enough data
7.2
12
Not enough data
7.9
12
Not enough data
5.3
10
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
7.4
75
Not enough data
8.1
78
Not enough data
7.5
72
Training & Learning
Not enough data
8.9
77
Not enough data
7.9
76
Not enough data
8.2
76
Not enough data
7.9
76
Not enough data
8.1
73
Data & Analytics
Not enough data
7.4
74
Not enough data
7.7
74
Not enough data
7.3
74
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.9
37
Not enough data
5.9
34
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
5.6
17
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning
6.5
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
6.3
9
Not enough data
Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning
5.8
8
Not enough data
5.8
8
Not enough data
5.8
8
Not enough data
Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning
6.5
8
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
6.3
8
Not enough data
7.5
8
Not enough data
Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning
7.1
7
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
Community Building
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
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
Community Improvement
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Analytics
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
7.9
7
Not enough data
Not enough data
Community Management
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Community Management
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
Course Authoring
8.6
37
8.6
88
7.7
33
7.3
80
9.0
41
7.9
84
8.7
36
8.2
81
Course Delivery
8.1
33
8.3
83
8.6
37
8.2
85
9.0
36
8.0
76
Course Management
7.1
32
7.0
72
8.1
34
7.9
76
8.6
33
8.3
78
8.7
30
8.2
70
LMS Marketplace
6.2
28
8.5
71
7.8
28
Feature Not Available
6.8
30
8.5
71
Interface
7.9
31
8.7
77
8.3
32
7.6
69
Training & eLearning
8.9
35
8.4
81
8.4
50
8.7
85
7.9
33
8.4
87
7.8
40
8.5
78
7.9
41
8.1
78
8.2
45
8.5
80
7.6
32
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
5.9
15
6.8
32
5.9
16
6.7
30
5.8
16
5.8
29
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
8.3
5
7.3
15
Not enough data
7.9
14
Platform Content - Talent Assessment
6.3
12
Not enough data
7.3
13
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.2
13
Not enough data
5.6
12
Not enough data
6.3
12
Not enough data
5.6
11
Not enough data
5.7
12
Not enough data
Platform Performance - Talent Assessment
7.6
12
Not enough data
6.3
10
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality - Talent Assessment
8.1
14
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
5.2
11
Not enough data
6.8
12
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
6.5
12
Not enough data
Platform Basics - Talent Assessment
6.4
16
Not enough data
6.7
15
Not enough data
6.4
15
Not enough data
AI Capabilities - Talent Assessment
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
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
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
Moodle and Thinkific are categorized as Corporate Learning Management Systems
Unique Categories
Thinkific is categorized as Customer Education, Online Learning Platform, Other Marketing, Course Authoring, eLearning Content, and Online Community Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Moodle
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
36.1%
Education Management
22.2%
E-Learning
9.4%
Primary/Secondary Education
6.8%
Information Technology and Services
3.5%
Other
21.9%
Professional Training & Coaching
10.6%
E-Learning
10.4%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
8.7%
Education Management
8.7%
Higher Education
6.8%
Other
54.8%
Discussions
What is Moodle software used for?
2 Comments
Official Response from Moodle
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...Read more
Is Moodle really free?
2 Comments
AJ
Well, it is a free software but there costs to use it. The central point is that the cost reverts directly to knowledge and competence installed in the...Read more
How do I receive emails about the latest notifications?
1 Comment
CM
Hey Sonal Ravi
To receive email notifications, you'd have to set up your communication preferences on your Moodle profile.
Depending on the theme that...Read more
Do you have any way of helping us to give more publicity to our workshops?
1 Comment
CM
Hi Romina — Catalina here from Thinkific. Thinkific is a platform that empowers course creators to build their audience. We provide tools, resources, and...Read more
I'm also interested in When will Thinkific integrate with Zoho One?
1 Comment
CM
Hi Romina! 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
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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