Compare SmartBuilder and iSpring Suite 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (45.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,399.00 1 Installations Per Year
$720.00 1 author Per Year
SmartBuilder
Star Rating
(17)5.0 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$1,399.00 1 Installations Per Year
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Star Rating
(792)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (45.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$720.00 1 author Per Year
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that iSpring Suite excels in user-friendliness, with many users highlighting its seamless integration with PowerPoint, making it easy to create engaging e-learning content quickly. Features like interactive quizzes and dialogue simulations are particularly praised for enhancing the learning experience.
- Users say that SmartBuilder offers a powerful development environment, appealing to both beginners and advanced users. Its ability to incorporate HTML5 code allows for extensive customization, which is a significant advantage for those looking to create complex interactive lessons.
- According to verified reviews, iSpring Suite has a notably higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its strong performance in areas like support and ease of use. Reviewers appreciate the quality of support, often mentioning the quick responses and helpful resources available.
- Reviewers mention that while SmartBuilder is praised for its advanced features, some users find the learning curve to be steeper compared to iSpring Suite. This can be a consideration for teams looking for a more straightforward solution without extensive training.
- G2 reviewers highlight that iSpring Suite's pricing is more accessible, making it a popular choice among small businesses. With an entry-level price significantly lower than SmartBuilder, it provides a cost-effective option for those needing robust e-learning tools.
- Users report that both products have strong content creation capabilities, but iSpring Suite's ease of setup and intuitive interface often lead to quicker project turnaround times. This is particularly beneficial for teams needing to produce content rapidly without sacrificing quality.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
SmartBuilder
Annual Subscription
$1,399.00
1 Installations Per Year
Install on PC or Mac
All authoring features
Template library
Responsive output
Supports SCORM 1.2, SCORM 2004, AICC, xAPI, WCAG
Optional free hosting with one-click upload
Free training
Live support
Updates and upgrades are included
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iSpring Suite
iSpring Cloud AI
$720.00
1 author Per Year
- Scrollable Course Builder
- 24/7 Technical Support
- iSpring AI assistant
Free Trial
SmartBuilder
Free Trial is available
iSpring Suite
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.7
15
9.0
654
Ease of Use
8.7
15
9.1
665
Ease of Setup
9.7
6
9.2
456
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.2
357
Quality of Support
10.0
14
9.5
627
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.4
346
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
14
9.2
648
Features by Category
Content Creation
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Optimization
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Logistics
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Platform Basics
Not enough data
8.7
55
Not enough data
8.7
57
Not enough data
8.5
56
Platform Content
Not enough data
8.3
54
Not enough data
8.3
56
Not enough data
8.4
57
Not enough data
8.0
55
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
6.5
54
Not enough data
7.5
55
Not enough data
8.4
53
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.6
49
Not enough data
6.3
48
Not enough data
6.0
47
Not enough data
6.3
47
Not enough data
5.9
47
Not enough data
6.9
49
Not enough data
6.1
48
Assessment delivery
Not enough data
9.1
116
Not enough data
8.1
108
Not enough data
8.0
103
Grading and reporting
Not enough data
8.8
114
Not enough data
7.6
101
Not enough data
7.4
98
Not enough data
7.8
106
Administration
Not enough data
8.6
94
Not enough data
8.3
106
Training & eLearning
10.0
10
9.1
496
9.0
8
8.1
350
Agentic AI - Course Authoring
Not enough data
6.5
41
Not enough data
6.6
40
Planning
Not enough data
5.9
82
Publishing
Not enough data
8.3
88
Social Media
Not enough data
6.0
77
Planning
Not enough data
6.1
83
Generative AI
Not enough data
5.6
75
Not enough data
5.7
76
Not enough data
5.6
75
Not enough data
5.5
74
Not enough data
5.0
73
Agentic AI - Content Creation
Not enough data
6.4
25
Not enough data
6.3
26
Not enough data
6.2
26
Not enough data
6.7
26
Not enough data
6.6
25
Not enough data
6.7
26
Not enough data
6.7
26
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
9.0
161
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.1
162
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.3
156
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Course Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
147
Not enough data
8.6
150
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Interface
Not enough data
8.2
142
Not enough data
8.1
142
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.9
298
Not enough data
8.6
153
10.0
10
9.1
496
Not enough data
8.4
190
Not enough data
8.0
145
Not enough data
8.4
253
9.0
8
8.1
350
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
120
Not enough data
7.6
71
Not enough data
7.2
71
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
6.3
18
Not enough data
6.7
18
Platform
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
SmartBuilder and iSpring Suite are categorized as Course Authoring
Unique Categories
SmartBuilder has no unique categories
iSpring Suite is categorized as Assessment, Content Creation, Presentation, and Corporate Learning Management Systems
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
SmartBuilder
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
iSpring Suite
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
E-Learning
31.3%
Higher Education
12.5%
Veterinary
6.3%
Utilities
6.3%
Professional Training & Coaching
6.3%
Other
37.5%
E-Learning
10.3%
Higher Education
8.3%
Education Management
7.1%
Hospital & Health Care
5.1%
Professional Training & Coaching
4.0%
Other
65.2%
Alternatives
Discussions
SmartBuilder has no discussions with answers
Do you offer a money back guarantee?
2 Comments
Official Response from iSpring Suite
Yes, we have a 30 days money back guarantee for iSpring desktop products. You can request a refund if you purchased the product by mistake, or if you are not...Read more
Is there Ispring Suite version that runs on Mac OS?
2 Comments
LL
NO --- I put Parallel on my MAC so that I could operate ISpring.Read more
What is iSpring Suite used for?
2 Comments
AR
iSpring Suite is used to create training modules for businesses or schools. A lot of HR programs use it to train employees on company-specific regulations,...Read more
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