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Compare Canvas LMS and Lumio 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.8% of reviews)
Mid-Market (47.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
$0.00 1 per teacher
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 LMSLumio
Star Rating
(174)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (47.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00 1 per teacher
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Canvas LMS excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Lumio. Users appreciate its mobile accessibility and third-party integration, which streamline course management and communication.
- Users say that Canvas LMS offers a well-organized interface that makes it easy to complete assignments. The platform's ability to lock modules by date helps keep students on track, a feature that many find beneficial for managing their coursework.
- Reviewers mention that Lumio stands out for its interactive features that enhance classroom engagement. Educators find it easy to create engaging lessons using Lumio's templates, which is particularly appreciated in elementary education settings.
- According to verified reviews, Lumio's ease of use is highlighted, with many users noting that they can navigate the platform effectively from their first use. This user-friendly experience is a strong point for educators looking to implement new tools quickly.
- G2 reviewers report that while Canvas LMS has a robust set of features, it faces challenges in meeting specific workflow needs for some users. In contrast, Lumio's focus on creating engaging content allows teachers to import existing lessons, making it easier to adapt to their teaching styles.
- Users say that Canvas LMS provides a comprehensive platform for managing courses, but some find it less intuitive than Lumio, especially when it comes to setting up and administering courses. Lumio's strong support and user-friendly setup process are frequently praised, making it a favorable choice for those new to digital learning tools.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Canvas LMS
No pricing availableLumio
Free
$0.00
1 per teacher
50MB lesson storage
- Collaborative workspaces
- Digital handouts
- Polling & class discussions
Free Trial
Canvas LMS
Free Trial is available
Lumio
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
993
9.1
110
Ease of Use
8.5
1,275
9.5
112
Ease of Setup
8.0
584
9.3
35
Ease of Admin
8.3
329
9.2
24
Quality of Support
8.5
850
9.5
105
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
281
9.4
24
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
957
9.9
99
Features by Category
Assessment delivery
8.7
63
9.1
63
8.8
59
9.5
64
8.3
44
8.6
63
Grading and reporting
8.7
62
8.1
58
8.0
40
9.3
62
8.9
64
8.0
59
8.7
61
7.4
56
Administration
8.1
42
8.2
35
8.6
59
9.0
54
Learning Content
8.2
74
8.8
79
8.5
91
Feature Not Available
8.8
100
8.9
77
7.8
73
9.6
78
Personalization
8.5
85
8.6
69
8.3
85
Feature Not Available
8.8
98
9.0
75
Reporting and Analytics
8.9
99
Feature Not Available
8.9
92
8.5
66
Agentic AI - Digital Learning Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Customization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Delivery
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Course 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
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Interface
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
9.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
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 Features
Not enough data
8.7
43
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
46
Not enough data
9.3
54
Not enough data
9.0
52
Not enough data
7.9
33
Not enough data
9.2
48
Not enough data
8.7
50
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Canvas LMS and Lumio are categorized as Assessment and Digital Learning Platforms
Unique Categories
Canvas LMS is categorized as Learning Management System (LMS) and Corporate Learning Management Systems
Lumio is categorized as Classroom Management and Online Learning Platform
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Canvas LMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Lumio
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%
Primary/Secondary Education
58.9%
Education Management
24.7%
E-Learning
9.5%
Higher Education
3.2%
Professional Training & Coaching
1.3%
Other
2.5%
Alternatives
Discussions
Future canvas updates
2 Comments
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
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
What is included in the Smart Learning Suite?
4 Comments
LB
The Smart Learning Suite includes a teacher desktop version of Smart Notebook and the web-based Lumio by Smart. Read more
How can we add manipulatives on top of a premade slide?
2 Comments
MG
Great Question! When you launch the lesson, you can select the hamburger menu in the top left and select "edit". On the edit screen, you can add images,...Read more
Support programs to those without devices
1 Comment
Official Response from Lumio
We do not have immediate plans to do that but may consider it in the future.Read more
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