Cassidy M.
CM
Cassidy M.
Human Resources Generalist
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Smooth and well-supported—the team was responsive, and the system met our training needs effectively"
5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

The absolute best thing about Acorn is the performance module. Combining performance and learning is simplifying our internal processes. It is user friendly and has the capability to be used on handheld devices, which a lot of our staff prefer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

The implementation process took longer than anticipated. However, we had a complicated case, and I appreciated the intentionality from Jenny, who made herself available to us 24/7. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jamie M.
JM
Jamie M.
Operator Success Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"A Great Platform with a Few Improvement Opportunities"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

I really enjoy using Acorn PLMS! It's incredibly user-friendly, looks great, and the support team is always so kind and helpful. They truly make a difference when you need assistance. Looking ahead, I’m excited about the potential to explore more creative uses for the "P" in PLMS—it feels like there’s so much room for innovation! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

One thing that could be improved is the flexibility of the reporting features. While they provide all the essential data you need, having more customization options would make them even better. Also, the form feature is helpful, but it doesn’t allow you to download your responses. For one specific task where our customers need a copy, it does present a bit of a challenge.

Overall, it’s a wonderful platform with so much to offer, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it continues to evolve! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Education Management
AE
Verified User in Education Management
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
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4.5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

It is nice to have a dedicated customer success manager. Jenny Tran always makes herself available to help. I appreciate her commitment to making sure our migration and implementation was successful. She even called us on the day we went live with our first tenancy to check on us! The platform allows for the customization we need and could not find with other vendors. The end user experience has been positive. Jenny is a wonderful employee. You are lucky to have her on your team! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

Some of the reports do not function as we would like so there is still manipulation that is needed on our end. I do not like having to select All Filters, Visible Content, Hidden each time I go into a tenancy. It would be nice for administrators to have the default select "Hidden" for the tenancy to see all the courses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Michele S.
MS
Michele S.
Talent and Organizational Development Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Gained knowledge and experience using a PLMS which I have never used before."
4.5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

Once I learned the different aspects and tools, I was able to create momentum workflows. I have increased my knowledge. I love how the forms are identical in their layout and are cross functional. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

That you can't copy questions with ease unless it's in a template. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Bre G.
BG
Bre G.
Graphic & Web Designer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Customized Solutions & True Partnership"
5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

Our experience with ACORN has been phenomenal. Their team truly works to make our live and on-demand learning and external e-commerce integration work for our business and the students we serve. Our industry requires regular certifications and complex information gathering, and at every turn, we found ACORN willing and ready to make it work. From creative data solutions and implementation support to helping us train our staff on the new platform, reporting, and integration of live learning and online options, they were always ready to lend a hand and stretch their capabilities to meet our needs. We chose ACORN for their partnership values and the amazing team we have the privilege of working with and we couldn't be more satisfied with the results. The platform itself is easy to use for our administrative team and students who are on it daily and their support is top-notch. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

We found there to be a few limitations with reporting, but their team is working to make solutions for us that are affordable and meet our needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Outsourcing/Offshoring
AO
Verified User in Outsourcing/Offshoring
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Linking Coursework to Performance"
4/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

The interface is customizable, so it was easy for us admins to set up the page. Our CS Officer helped us with weekly touchpoints. What sealed the deal for us, to move from our old LMS to Acorn was its price point, considering that it has one extra feature that our old LMS doesn't have--Capability Development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

There were some features we enjoyed with our old LMS that were not available on Acorn, like Go1 integration with free 25 courses, mobile app option, match list quiz type, and ease of assigning administrative roles across tenancies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Lisa  C.
LC
Lisa C.
Account Manager Team Lead
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Acorn has a very valuable LMS system that is very easy to use."
5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

Acorn allows our company to put all the resources our Account Managers and operators in one spot. This makes their job much easier and allows them to be more efficient.

Everyone I have worked with at Acorn has been wonderful from sales to tech support. We love working with Geordie. He is amazing!

Purchasing Acorn was a great decision and everyone has been very impressed by the site. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

I have not had anything that I have found to not like at this point. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Sydney S.
Healthy Pantry Initiative VISTA
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"The Acorn system is relatively easy to understand, even for someone with no prior experience."
4/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

I like the ability to customize most aspects of the LMS to fit your organization's branding. For my case, we have multiple organizations using the system, and it is really helpful for each organization to have their own branding and autonomy over their own tenancies. I use the LMS most work days and it's usablity is consistent. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

Some aspects are not customizable and make using the system for our specific reason a little more difficult. However, Acorn staff have been very gracious in helping us find ways to address problems creatively. It takes a while to get used to the system and implement/integrate it across different organizations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Audra S.
Training and Resources Coordinator
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"We are partners not just a patron"
5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

The Acorn team has been professional, flexible, accommodating, and patient with us during the implementation process. We selected Acorn after meeting with 18 LMS vendors primarily because we felt that we would be true "partners" and not just "partrons" who purchased the product. The platform is easy to use and our employees are loving it. Having the added "performance" or Capabilities functions is truly unique and we can't wait to fully incorporate all that Acorn PLMS has to offer to both our team members as well as our team leaders. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

We have yet to find a "dislike" or downfall. They have helped us with all of the relevant areas that we were lacking in our previous LMS and add so much more functionality. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Acorn Performance LMS of Acorn PLMS

Your review has impacted us at Acorn. We regularly discuss that our path to success is paved with the success of our project sponsors. If we succeed together, we will be true partners. Oh yeah, and being the top choice out of 18 made our day. Thanks for taking the time to share this.

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Paul L.
Head of Product & Development
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Great LMS with awesome support"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Acorn PLMS?

We recently transitioned from our previous LMS to Acorn, and the experience has been fantastic. Special shoutout to Jenny Tran, our implementation specialist, who went above and beyond to make the process smooth—from start to launch. Jenny was always available (even at midnight!) to answer questions and help with any hiccups along the way. Our switch was no small task—we have 26 franchise locations and a team of 500, so it wasn't easy—but Jenny helped make it incredibly smooth.

The platform itself is easy to use, packed with features and has powerful reporting tools that will definitely help us manage our learning more efficiently. We're beyond pleased with the exceptional support from Jenny—she made the entire process seamless and a pleasure! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Acorn PLMS?

While Acorn offers a great experience overall, there are a few areas for improvement. One downside is that the app only functions in offline mode, and with over 70% of our users preferring mobile devices for learning, a fully functional app would be ideal. There are also some limitations in terms of customization, but despite this, the platform still delivers a solid experience, and the mobile web browser version works well. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Acorn Performance LMS of Acorn PLMS

Thanks for your comment, it's great to see such a diverse offering (ie 26 franchises in one platform). Thanks for the feedback on the mobile app. We've noted this internally. Also you made our (and Jenny's) day with your comment on CS. We like to hire people who care about our customers' success and Jenny is a true advocate in this way.