Moodle
4.43.5k reviewsFree (open-source), hosting costs vary
The open-source LMS standard, especially in higher education — free to run, but you own the hosting and setup.
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Moodle's biggest strength is that it's free and endlessly customizable via plugins, which is why so many universities run it. The tradeoff is real: you (or an IT team) own hosting, updates, and security, and the interface feels dated next to newer paid LMS platforms. Best fit for institutions with technical staff who want full control rather than a managed SaaS experience.
Strengths
Ease of Use
62
Value
88
Features
80
Support
58
Pricing
Starter
Free
- Core features
- Community support
- Limited usage
Pro
Free (open-source), hosting costs vary
- Everything in Starter
- Priority support
- Higher usage limits
- Advanced features
Enterprise
Custom
- Everything in Pro
- Dedicated account manager
- SSO & advanced security
- Custom contracts
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