# Best Higher Education Software 2026 | Capterra

> Find the top Higher Education software of 2026 on Capterra. Based on millions of verified user reviews - compare and filter for whats important to you to find the best tools for your needs.

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# Best Higher Education Software

## Element451 

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Profile: [Element451 ](https://www.capterra.com/p/181019/Element451/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Element451 is higher ed's most advanced AI-Powered student engagement CRM. Connect with students better with an all-in-one platform.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 5.0 out of 5

- Features: 4.4 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.8 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: $20000.00

Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Most popular features

- Student Portal: Not available

- Learning Management: Not available

- Student Information/Records: Not available

- Activity Dashboard: Not available

- Communication Management: Not available

- Alerts/Notifications: Not available

- Curriculum Management: Not available

- Assessment Management: Not available

- Document Management: Available

- Scheduling: Available

- Class Scheduling: Not available

- Self Service Portal: Available

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (7 reviews)

### Integrations tab

Element451  connects with 8+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/181019/Element451/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- PayPal: 4.6 rating

- Microsoft Excel: 4.8 rating

- Google Sheets: 4.7 rating

- Stripe: 4.6 rating

- Zapier: 4.7 rating

- Airtable: 4.6 rating

- Google Maps: 4.7 rating

- authorize.net: 4.5 rating

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## Blackbaud Award Management

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (30 reviews)

Profile: [Blackbaud Award Management](https://www.capterra.com/p/140271/AcademicWorks/)

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### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Blackbaud Award Management helps higher ed institutions transform their student awards programs and revolutionize stewardship practices

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.8 out of 5

- Features: 4.4 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.2 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Information/Records: 5.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Heather S.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees

Published: May 31, 2021

> "The software allows for an easy student user experience."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (30 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Heather S.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees

Published: May 31, 2021

> "The software allows for an easy student user experience."

### Integrations tab

Blackbaud Award Management connects with 1+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/140271/AcademicWorks/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Decisions: 4.6 rating

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## Orbund

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (32 reviews)

Profile: [Orbund](https://www.capterra.com/p/67653/Education-Management-Tools/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Complete web-based SIS for managing higher education, professional and career training.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.3 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.5 out of 5

- Features: 4.2 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.3 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: $500.00

Pricing details: Per Feature

Free trial: No

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Activity Dashboard: 3.0 rating

- Customizable Reports: 3.0 rating

- Student Information/Records: 3.0 rating

- Student Portal: 3.0 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Reporting & Statistics: 2.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Michelle L.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 11-50 employees

Published: May 7, 2026

> "Enjoyed the platform and resources such as user guide for staff members to review as needed tool."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.3 out of 5 (32 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Michelle L.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 11-50 employees

Published: May 7, 2026

> "Enjoyed the platform and resources such as user guide for staff members to review as needed tool."

### Integrations tab

Orbund connects with 5+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/67653/Education-Management-Tools/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- PayPal: 4.5 rating

- Moodle: 3.5 rating

- Blackboard: 4.1 rating

- Schoology: 4.4 rating

- authorize.net: 4.0 rating

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## Campus Cafe

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (19 reviews)

Profile: [Campus Cafe](https://www.capterra.com/p/2191/Campus-Cafe/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Campus Cafe Software is an all-in-one Student Information System that manages Admissions, Registration, Billing, Financial Aid, Career.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.3 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5

- Features: 4.6 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.7 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: $1200.00

Pricing details: Per Month

Free trial: No

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Admissions Management: 4.5 rating

- Attendance Management: 5.0 rating

- Financial Aid Management: 4.0 rating

- Self Service Portal: 4.0 rating

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.3 out of 5 (19 reviews)

### Integrations tab

Campus Cafe connects with 19+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/2191/Campus-Cafe/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Workspace: 4.7 rating

- Gmail: 4.8 rating

- Docusign: 5.0 rating

- Zapier: 4.7 rating

- Microsoft Outlook: 4.5 rating

- Microsoft Azure: 4.6 rating

- RingEX: 4.2 rating

- Schoology: 4.4 rating

- Brightspace: 4.2 rating

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## OnBoard

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (1,058 reviews)

Profile: [OnBoard](https://www.capterra.com/p/179015/OnBoard-Board-Portal/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

OnBoard is a leading board management software trusted by 6,000+ organizations. Experience the difference—start your free trial today.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.8 out of 5

- Features: 4.5 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.6 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Responsive and knowledgeable assistance

- Efficient real-time teamwork tools

Cons:

- Limited page customization options

- High cost for smaller organizations

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Document Management: 5.0 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 5.0 rating

- Alerts/Notifications: 5.0 rating

- Drag & Drop: 5.0 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Search/Filter: 4.5 rating

- Collaboration Tools: 5.0 rating

- Communication Management: 5.0 rating

- Customizable Branding: 5.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Warren H.

Reviewer details: Non-Profit Organization Management, 11-50 employees

Published: August 16, 2021

> "Its very intuitive and interacts well with the Zoom virtual platform.  "

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (1,058 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Tatsiana K.

Reviewer details: Computer Software, 51-200 employees

Published: May 14, 2026

> "The section that allows you to simply drag documents into a binder and create something within seconds is alright."

### Integrations tab

OnBoard connects with 11+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/179015/OnBoard-Board-Portal/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Drive: 4.8 rating

- Zoom Workplace: 4.5 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.3 rating

- Microsoft Teams: 2.0 rating

- Microsoft Outlook: 4.6 rating

- iCloud: 4.6 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Verified Reviewer

Reviewer details: Hospitality, 501-1,000 employees

Published: August 23, 2023

> "Integration went smoothly."

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## LeadSquared

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (167 reviews)

Profile: [LeadSquared](https://www.capterra.com/p/130199/LeadSquared/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

A complete Higher Education CRM for student acquisition, application tracking, student journey tracking, enrolment, and more.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.3 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5

- Features: 4.2 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.2 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User, Per Month

Free trial: No

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Performance Metrics: 4.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: shikha Y.

Reviewer details: Consumer Goods, 10,001+ employees

Published: March 25, 2026

> "My overall experience with LeadSquared has been positive—it’s easy to use, helps streamline lead management, and improves sales efficiency, though there’s some room for improvement in customization and performance."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.3 out of 5 (167 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: shikha Y.

Reviewer details: Consumer Goods, 10,001+ employees

Published: March 25, 2026

> "My overall experience with LeadSquared has been positive—it’s easy to use, helps streamline lead management, and improves sales efficiency, though there’s some room for improvement in customization and performance."

### Integrations tab

LeadSquared connects with 21+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/130199/LeadSquared/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Salesforce Sales Cloud: 4.4 rating

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Shopify: 4.5 rating

- Acuity Scheduling: 4.8 rating

- Freshdesk: 4.5 rating

- GoTo Webinar: 4.5 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Karan P.

Reviewer details: Computer Networking, 201-500 employees

Published: September 8, 2022

> "Cost-effective for the offerings provided, simple to use and integrations make this perfect for our business."

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## Vector LMS & Training

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (43 reviews)

Profile: [Vector LMS & Training](https://www.capterra.com/p/178441/School-Safety-and-Compliance-Training/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

High-impact online training for K-12 schools and higher education on an award-winning platform with robust reporting and analytics.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5

- Features: 4.4 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Most popular features

- Student Portal: Not available

- Learning Management: Available

- Student Information/Records: Available

- Activity Dashboard: Not available

- Communication Management: Available

- Alerts/Notifications: Not available

- Curriculum Management: Not available

- Assessment Management: Not available

- Document Management: Not available

- Scheduling: Not available

- Class Scheduling: Not available

- Self Service Portal: Not available

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (43 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Claire S.

Reviewer details: Primary/Secondary Education, 51-200 employees

Published: July 29, 2025

> "I like the dashboard that shows all of my mandatory trainings and my progress."

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## Modern Campus Lifelong Learning

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (36 reviews)

Profile: [Modern Campus Lifelong Learning](https://www.capterra.com/p/107742/Lifelong-Learning/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Modern Campus Lifelong Learning helps institutions serve non-traditional students better & manage the entire student lifecycle.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 3.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5

- Features: 3.8 out of 5

- Value for Money: 3.5 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: $23988.00

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Most popular features

- Student Portal: Available

- Learning Management: Not available

- Student Information/Records: Available

- Activity Dashboard: Not available

- Communication Management: Available

- Alerts/Notifications: Available

- Curriculum Management: Available

- Assessment Management: Available

- Document Management: Not available

- Scheduling: Available

- Class Scheduling: Available

- Self Service Portal: Available

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 3.6 out of 5 (36 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Julia B.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 10,001+ employees

Published: April 26, 2021

> "Great company, great customer service, good product to replace our in-house custom build old system"

### Integrations tab

Modern Campus Lifelong Learning connects with 12+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/107742/Lifelong-Learning/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- PayPal: 4.6 rating

- WordPress: 4.6 rating

- Canvas: 4.6 rating

- Moodle: 4.3 rating

- Marketo Engage: 4.3 rating

- Salesforce Marketing Cloud Account Engagement: 4.1 rating

- Drupal: 4.2 rating

- Class for Web: 4.2 rating

- Salesforce Platform: 4.4 rating

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## Modern Campus CMS

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (14 reviews)

Profile: [Modern Campus CMS](https://www.capterra.com/p/219748/CMS/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Modern Campus CMS is a web content management system purpose built for higher ed & is trusted by 450+ institutions.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.8 out of 5

- Features: 4.5 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.7 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User, Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Most popular features

- Student Portal: Not available

- Learning Management: Not available

- Student Information/Records: Not available

- Activity Dashboard: Available

- Communication Management: Not available

- Alerts/Notifications: Available

- Curriculum Management: Not available

- Assessment Management: Not available

- Document Management: Available

- Scheduling: Not available

- Class Scheduling: Not available

- Self Service Portal: Not available

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (14 reviews)

### Integrations tab

Modern Campus CMS connects with 9+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/219748/CMS/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Meta for Business: 4.4 rating

- Twitter/X: 4.5 rating

- Ellucian: 3.6 rating

- Modern Campus Lifelong Learning: 3.9 rating

- Modern Campus Involve: 4.1 rating

- Modern Campus Message: 4.2 rating

- Salesforce.org Education Cloud: 4.5 rating

- Modern Campus Connected Curriculum

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## Modern Campus Message

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Profile: [Modern Campus Message](https://www.capterra.com/p/255096/Message/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Two-way text messaging platform that allows students and instructors to communicate regarding appointments, deadlines, and more.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 3.9 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5

- Features: 4.1 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Feature

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- For Higher Education: 4.5 rating

- Communication Management: 5.0 rating

- Admissions Management: 4.0 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.0 rating

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 3.9 out of 5 (12 reviews)

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## Modern Campus Involve

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (13 reviews)

Profile: [Modern Campus Involve](https://www.capterra.com/p/255274/Involve/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Involve tracks student involvement, measures learning, simplifies processes, & engages students with data-informed decision making.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5

- Features: 4.1 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User, Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Information/Records: 2.0 rating

- For Higher Education: 1.0 rating

- Student Portal: 1.0 rating

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (13 reviews)

### Integrations tab

Modern Campus Involve connects with 1+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/255274/Involve/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Microsoft Teams: 4.5 rating

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## DegreeSight

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (11 reviews)

Profile: [DegreeSight](https://www.capterra.com/p/196710/DegreeSight/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

DegreeSight helps non-traditional transfer students find out how their credits will transfer and how long it should take to graduate.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.9 out of 5

- Features: 4.5 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Feature, Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- For Higher Education: 4.5 rating

- Communication Management: 4.8 rating

- Student Portal: 4.0 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.3 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Class Scheduling: 4.0 rating

- Alerts/Notifications: 4.5 rating

- Self Service Portal: 4.5 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.5 rating

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (11 reviews)

### Integrations tab

DegreeSight connects with 2+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/196710/DegreeSight/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Salesforce Platform: 4.0 rating

- Ellucian: 3.6 rating

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## Classter

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (115 reviews)

Profile: [Classter](https://www.capterra.com/p/155900/Classter/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Simplify higher ed management with Classter—an all-in-one platform for admissions, courses, and real-time data insights.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5

- Features: 4.6 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.6 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User, Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: Yes

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Management: 5.0 rating

- Student Information/Records: 5.0 rating

- Student Portal: 5.0 rating

- Admissions Management: 4.9 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Reporting & Statistics: 4.3 rating

- Customizable Branding: 4.7 rating

- For Higher Education: 5.0 rating

- Learning Management: 5.0 rating

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (115 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Emily J.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 51-200 employees

Published: June 2, 2025

> "The thing I most like about Classter is being able to have access to so much information in one place and being able to filter, see history, and customize the database according to preference."

### Integrations tab

Classter connects with 19+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/155900/Classter/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- WordPress: 4.6 rating

- Microsoft 365: 5.0 rating

- Docusign: 4.7 rating

- Webex Suite: 4.4 rating

- HubSpot CRM: 4.5 rating

- Canvas: 4.6 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Prof Andrea M.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 1-10 employees

Published: March 4, 2021

> "easy to use, great support.. in line with European Guidelines of SIMS and LMS.. soon EIMS will integrate also LMS obtaining one solution"

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## PeopleGrove

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (29 reviews)

Profile: [PeopleGrove](https://www.capterra.com/p/204121/PeopleGrove/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

PeopleGrove helps institutions build networks to support learners as they successfully navigate to their next professional step.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5

- Features: 4.4 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User, Per Year

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Portal: 4.8 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.7 rating

- Scheduling: 3.3 rating

- Assessment Management: 5.0 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Admissions Management: 3.0 rating

- Curriculum Management: 3.0 rating

- API: 4.0 rating

- Financial Aid Management: 5.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Marianne M.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees

Published: September 19, 2022

> "The ease of set up is excellent and the maneuverability of the site is quite easy and manageable."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (29 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Marianne M.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 1,001-5,000 employees

Published: September 19, 2022

> "The ease of set up is excellent and the maneuverability of the site is quite easy and manageable."

### Integrations tab

PeopleGrove connects with 7+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/204121/PeopleGrove/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT: 4.2 rating

- Ellucian: 3.6 rating

- Slate: 4.2 rating

- OAuth: 4.4 rating

- GiveCampus: 4.5 rating

- uconnect

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## Canvas

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (4,328 reviews)

Profile: [Canvas](https://www.capterra.com/p/127214/CANVAS/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Canvas LMS is a fully SaaS learning environment that streamlines interaction and builds strong relationships between teachers & student

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5

- Features: 4.5 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Comprehensive online learning platform

- Centralized course organization tools

Cons:

- Frequent technical glitches and crashes

- Overwhelming and inconsistent notifications

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Portal: 4.7 rating

- Learning Management: 4.6 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.6 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.5 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Customizable Branding: 4.1 rating

- Communication Management: 4.4 rating

- Class Scheduling: 4.3 rating

- Alerts/Notifications: 4.5 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Susmita W.

Reviewer details: Information Technology and Services, 10,001+ employees

Published: December 9, 2024

> "contexts, drawing APIs, and transformations—you can quickly produce visually appealing and interactive applications."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (4,328 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Verified Reviewer

Reviewer details: Hospitality, 201-500 employees

Published: June 26, 2026

> "Canvas provides an intuitive and organized learning platform that makes managing courses, assignments, grades, and communication very convenient."

### Integrations tab

Canvas connects with 75+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/127214/CANVAS/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Docs: 4.7 rating

- Google Drive: 4.6 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.6 rating

- Google Calendar: 4.8 rating

- Moodle: 4.3 rating

- Microsoft Outlook: 4.7 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Verified Reviewer

Reviewer details: Information Technology and Services, 5,001-10,000 employees

Published: January 12, 2026

> "Canvas also allows to you to connect third-party tools like Zoom, Google Drive, and other LTI plugins."

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## Moodle

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3,386 reviews)

Profile: [Moodle](https://www.capterra.com/p/80691/Moodle/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Learning management solution that helps businesses create competency frameworks, manage learner progress, gamify lessons, and more.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.0 out of 5

- Features: 4.3 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Accessible and adaptable training tools

- Comprehensive learning management features

Cons:

- Outdated and confusing interface

- Frequent bugs and technical glitches

#### Starting price

Starting price: $130.00

Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Student Portal: 4.5 rating

- Learning Management: 4.5 rating

- For Higher Education: 4.5 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.4 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Alerts/Notifications: 4.0 rating

- Communication Management: 4.2 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.3 rating

- Document Management: 4.3 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Kierra G.

Reviewer details: E-Learning, 11-50 employees

Published: April 24, 2024

> "I love the available integrations and the clean look of the interface."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (3,386 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Alexandre B.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 10,001+ employees

Published: January 30, 2026

> "As a computer science student, I really value the learning platform because it serves as an all-in-one hub where I can access all my course materials, submit some of my assigments."

### Integrations tab

Moodle connects with 15+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/80691/Moodle/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Workspace: 4.6 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.6 rating

- Meta for Business: 4.4 rating

- BigBlueButton: 4.4 rating

- H5P: 5.0 rating

- Element: 4.5 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Gustavo P.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 501-1,000 employees

Published: December 5, 2023

> "Excelent LMS, works perfectly when integrated with Microsoft 365"

---

## Jotform

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (2,908 reviews)

Profile: [Jotform](https://www.capterra.com/p/158456/JotForm-4-0/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

From universities to grade schools, Jotform Enterprise is the form-building platform for educational institutions all around the world.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.7 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.5 out of 5

- Features: 4.6 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Accessible and simple interface

- Versatile survey creation platform

Cons:

- Frequent technical glitches

- Restrictive plan and feature limits

#### Starting price

Starting price: $39.00

Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- For Higher Education: 4.7 rating

- Learning Management: 4.5 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.7 rating

- Customizable Branding: 4.7 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- API: 3.7 rating

- Forms Management: 4.0 rating

- Drag & Drop: 4.0 rating

- Third-Party Integrations: 4.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Venkata M.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 51-200 employees

Published: April 16, 2026

> "Setup is fast, the interface doesn't overwhelm you, and it just gets out of your way and lets you build."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.7 out of 5 (2,908 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: BETSY S.

Reviewer details: Individual & Family Services, 51-200 employees

Published: June 3, 2026

> "By providing a description of the form or project, the AI can generate a form that is very close to what is needed, significantly reducing time spent creating the forms."

### Integrations tab

Jotform connects with 99+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/158456/JotForm-4-0/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Stripe: 4.5 rating

- Meta for Business: 4.4 rating

- Airtable: 4.6 rating

- Weebly: 4.3 rating

- Make: 4.8 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Pereira S.

Reviewer details: Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees

Published: July 29, 2025

> "Jotform's robust integration capabilities makes it easy to connect it with tools in our tech ecosystem such as Google sheets and Dropbox."

---

## SafeShare.tv

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (1,718 reviews)

Profile: [SafeShare.tv](https://www.capterra.com/p/187785/SafeShare-tv/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

SafeShare.tv removes advertisements and other unwanted distractions, so that YouTube and Vimeo videos can be viewed safely.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.5 out of 5

- Features: 4.5 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Ad-free secure video sharing

- Enhancing multimedia classroom lessons

Cons:

- Cost burden for educators

- Cumbersome sign-in requirements

#### Starting price

Starting price: $0.00

Pricing details: Other

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Curriculum Management: 5.0 rating

- Assessment Management: 4.7 rating

---

## Blackboard

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (537 reviews)

Profile: [Blackboard](https://www.capterra.com/p/14500/Blackboard-LMS-for-Business/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Low-maintenance, modern & simple. Blackboard is a market-leading LMS redesigned in collaboration with the education community.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 3.9 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.0 out of 5

- Features: 4.1 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.1 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Centralized grade and assignment tracking

- Comprehensive online learning platform

Cons:

- Frequent technical glitches and errors

- Slow and unresponsive performance

#### Starting price

Starting price: $9500.00

Pricing details: Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Learning Management: 4.5 rating

- For Higher Education: 4.6 rating

- Student Information/Records: 4.4 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.3 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Communication Management: 4.1 rating

- Ad hoc Reporting: 3.9 rating

- Curriculum Management: 4.2 rating

- Assessment Management: 4.4 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Evelyn E.

Reviewer details: Hospital & Health Care, 1-10 employees

Published: May 20, 2022

> "I loved being able to access many things in the same app."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 3.9 out of 5 (537 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Jean-Pierre N.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 501-1,000 employees

Published: December 18, 2025

> "It has strong features, including grading learners' assignments, communication, the management of assignments, and providing activity feedback."

---

## Bonterra Giving Days

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (451 reviews)

Profile: [Bonterra Giving Days](https://www.capterra.com/p/159669/Bonterra-Giving-Days/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Bonterra GiveGab is the #1 digital fundraising solution for Giving Days, year-round donations, crowdfunding for Higher Education.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5

- Features: 4.3 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: $0.01

Pricing details: Other, One Time

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Alumni Management: 5.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Kirk W.

Reviewer details: Non-Profit Organization Management, 1-10 employees

Published: October 5, 2020

> "The interface, in all forms that I use it, has been incredibly intuitive."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (451 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Tricia P.

Reviewer details: Non-Profit Organization Management, 11-50 employees

Published: May 17, 2024

> "The platform features enhance our giving day (such as prize capabilities, matches, peer to peer, etc)."

### Integrations tab

Bonterra Giving Days connects with 5+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/159669/Bonterra-Giving-Days/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Salesforce Sales Cloud: 4.4 rating

- Mailchimp: 5.0 rating

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Intercom: 4.5 rating

- Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT: 4.2 rating

---

## Class for Web

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (442 reviews)

Profile: [Class for Web](https://www.capterra.com/p/141222/Blackboard-Collaborate/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Class Collaborate (now Class for Web) is virtual classroom software that provides seamless web-based learning with engagement tools.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.1 out of 5

- Features: 4.2 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.2 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Engaging virtual classroom experience

- Versatile screen sharing tools

Cons:

- Recurring technical glitches

- Inconsistent video performance

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Learning Management: 4.3 rating

- For Higher Education: 4.8 rating

- Communication Management: 4.2 rating

- Collaboration Tools: 4.3 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Search/Filter: 3.7 rating

- Assessment Management: 3.9 rating

- Drag & Drop: 3.8 rating

- Chat/Messaging: 4.1 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: RussAhna D.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 501-1,000 employees

Published: January 9, 2023

> "I appreciated the versatility and accessibility of Blackboard greatly."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (442 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Erica F.

Reviewer details: E-Learning, 5,001-10,000 employees

Published: September 5, 2024

> "Going and forth between assignments was seamless, grading was quick and easy, easy to comment on classmates’ blog posts"

### Integrations tab

Class for Web connects with 2+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/141222/Blackboard-Collaborate/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Canvas: 5.0 rating

- Schoology: 5.0 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Verified Reviewer

Reviewer details: Financial Services, 1-10 employees

Published: November 10, 2022

> "The platform is versatile and offers the integration of many services, such as file upload, grading, assignment submission and interface customization."

---

## Vevox

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (416 reviews)

Profile: [Vevox](https://www.capterra.com/p/185114/Vevox/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Make your hybrid meetings and classes unmissable with Vevox, the #1 rated polling and Q&A platform. Value every voice.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.7 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.9 out of 5

- Features: 4.6 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.7 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: £0.00

Pricing details: Per User, Per Year

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- For Higher Education: 4.8 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.6 rating

- Reporting & Statistics: 4.6 rating

- Communication Management: 4.5 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Chat/Messaging: 3.3 rating

- Customizable Branding: 4.1 rating

- Third-Party Integrations: 4.3 rating

- Assessment Management: 4.5 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Lusine G.

Reviewer details: Research, 1-10 employees

Published: August 27, 2024

> "First of all, Vevox is really user friendly."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.7 out of 5 (416 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Leonardo D.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 5,001-10,000 employees

Published: May 5, 2026

> "The feature enables me to check in real time how long students take to answer questions, helping me measure their understanding. Plus, it gives me the ability to provide immediate feedback on wrong answers, which is very useful."

### Integrations tab

Vevox connects with 9+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/185114/Vevox/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Microsoft PowerPoint: 4.4 rating

- Zoom Workplace: 4.0 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.6 rating

- Microsoft Teams: 4.4 rating

- Webex Suite: 4.4 rating

- Canvas: 5.0 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Andrew S.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 51-200 employees

Published: May 5, 2026

> "A particular benefit of Vevox has been the ability to set up integrated Vevox LTIs within our VLE."

---

## Brightspace

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (236 reviews)

Profile: [Brightspace](https://www.capterra.com/p/122854/Brightspace/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

The Brightspace platform combines powerful tools that go beyond course management to let faculty teach the way they want.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.1 out of 5

- Features: 4.2 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.0 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Free trial: No

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- For Higher Education: 4.5 rating

- Student Portal: 4.4 rating

- Learning Management: 4.1 rating

- Activity Dashboard: 4.1 rating

#### Lowest rated features

- Third-Party Integrations: 2.8 rating

- Drag & Drop: 3.3 rating

- API: 2.7 rating

- Communication Management: 3.9 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Jean-Pierre N.

Reviewer details: Higher Education, 501-1,000 employees

Published: December 23, 2025

> "D2L has improved the HTML templates for the designers."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (236 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Kanika K.

Reviewer details: Education Management, 51-200 employees

Published: May 12, 2026

> "It offers a smooth and well-structured learning management environment that makes it easy to handle courses, assignments, grading, and communication in one place."

### Integrations tab

Brightspace connects with 59+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/122854/Brightspace/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Google Workspace: 5.0 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.0 rating

- Adobe Connect: 4.3 rating

- Copyleaks: 4.4 rating

- Go1: 4.4 rating

- Top Hat: 3.8 rating

- Accredible: 4.5 rating

- Integrity Advocate: 4.9 rating

- Bongo: 4.7 rating

---

## Workday Adaptive Planning

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (232 reviews)

Profile: [Workday Adaptive Planning](https://www.capterra.com/p/130072/Adaptive-Insights/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Workday Adaptive Planning is a financial planning and analysis platform for businesses of all sizes.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.4 out of 5

- Features: 4.4 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.3 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Not available

#### Starting price

Starting price: Not available

Pricing details: Per User

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Highest rated features

- Alerts/Notifications: 5.0 rating

- Collaboration Tools: 5.0 rating

- Performance Metrics: 5.0 rating

- Third-Party Integrations: 5.0 rating

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: Anna C.

Reviewer details: Financial Services, 1,001-5,000 employees

Published: February 5, 2026

> "I like working with the front and back end interface.  "

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (232 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Nancy N.

Reviewer details: Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees

Published: June 29, 2026

> "Again, this tool offers powerful financial reporting and analytics features."

### Integrations tab

Workday Adaptive Planning connects with 6+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/130072/Adaptive-Insights/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Microsoft Excel: 5.0 rating

- Salesforce Sales Cloud: 4.4 rating

- Microsoft 365: 4.6 rating

- Dynamics 365: 4.4 rating

- Sage Intacct: 5.0 rating

- Oracle Cloud Financials: 5.0 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Joel S.

Reviewer details: Pharmaceuticals, 10,001+ employees

Published: February 4, 2025

> "The office connect add on for excel is really helpful and makes it very easy to switch between different dimensions of data and dissecting."

---

## Thinkific

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (205 reviews)

Profile: [Thinkific](https://www.capterra.com/p/132888/Thinkific/)

Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations

### Overview tab

#### What is this product about?

Thinkific helps higher ed institutions create, manage, and sell courses with tools for content, tracking, engagement, and scalability.

#### Rating breakdown

- Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5

- Customer Service: 4.2 out of 5

- Features: 4.2 out of 5

- Value for Money: 4.2 out of 5

#### Pros and cons based on reviews

Pros:

- Flexible multimedia course builder

- Intuitive and accessible platform

Cons:

- Unresponsive and inconsistent support

#### Starting price

Starting price: $40.00

Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial: Yes

Free demo: No

### Features tab

#### Most popular features

- Student Portal: Available

- Learning Management: Available

- Student Information/Records: Available

- Activity Dashboard: Available

- Communication Management: Available

- Alerts/Notifications: Available

- Curriculum Management: Not available

- Assessment Management: Available

- Document Management: Not available

- Scheduling: Available

- Class Scheduling: Available

- Self Service Portal: Not available

#### Feature-related review snippet

Reviewer: PHYLLIS F.

Reviewer details: E-Learning, Self-employed

Published: January 30, 2026

> "It has a cleaner interface not cluttered with overwhelm."

### Gallery tab

Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (205 reviews)

#### Related review snippet

Reviewer: Melina S.

Reviewer details: Non-Profit Organization Management, 11-50 employees

Published: October 9, 2025

> "The platform gave me flexibility in structuring content, strong analytics to track learner progress, and reliable integrations that supported a smooth learning experience."

### Integrations tab

Thinkific connects with 33+ software tools.

[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/132888/Thinkific/#integrations)

#### Most popular integrations

- Salesforce Sales Cloud: 4.4 rating

- Zoom Workplace: 4.5 rating

- Google Analytics 360: 4.7 rating

- Shopify: 4.5 rating

- Stripe: 4.8 rating

- ActiveCampaign: 5.0 rating

#### Integrations-related review snippet

Reviewer: Soma D.

Reviewer details: Arts and Crafts, Self-employed

Published: June 13, 2024

> "Integrations with other relevant apps and softwares made this very efficient LMS."

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