Learning Management · head to head
Edmodo vs Moodle
Edmodo
Learning Management
Social learning network for K-12 education
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
Moodle
Learning Management
Open-source LMS designed by educators for educators
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Edmodo covers Class management, Moodle covers Course management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Edmodo and Moodle actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Learning Management).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Edmodo
- Class management
- Quizzes
- Messaging
- Library
- Progress tracking
- Parent accounts
- Google Classroom
- Third-party apps
Only in Moodle
- Course management
- Quiz builder
- Forums
- Gradebook
- Badges
- Competencies
- H5P
- BigBlueButton
Both cover
- Assignments
- Mobile app
- Microsoft 365
- Web support
- IOS support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Edmodo
- Classroom communicationnot Moodle
- Assignment managementnot Moodle
- Resource sharingnot Moodle
- Parent engagementnot Moodle
Moodle
- Online learningnot Edmodo
- Blended learningnot Edmodo
- Corporate trainingnot Edmodo
- Compliance trainingnot Edmodo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Edmodo
Nothing recorded yet. See the Edmodo review.
Moodle
- Self-hosted deployment requires significant IT resources and technical expertise
- Managed hosting has higher costs for large institutions compared to self-hosting
Pricing, plan by plan
Edmodo
Free- FreeFree
- Classes
- Assignments
- Messaging
Moodle
Free- Self-HostedFree
- Full feature access
- MoodleCloud Starter$200/year
- 50 users
- Managed hosting
Which should you pick?
Choose Edmodo if
- You need class management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, IOS, Android.
- You also want quizzes.
Choose Moodle if
- You need course management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want quiz builder.
Questions people ask
- Is Edmodo or Moodle better?
- Neither clearly leads. Edmodo starts at Free and Moodle at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Edmodo or Moodle?
- Edmodo starts at Free and Moodle at Free.
- Does Edmodo or Moodle run on more platforms?
- Edmodo runs on Web, IOS, Android. Moodle runs on Web.
- Can I use Edmodo for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Edmodo best used for?
- Edmodo is most often used for classroom communication, assignment management, resource sharing, parent engagement. Of those, classroom communication and assignment management are not what Moodle is typically brought in for.
- What can Edmodo do that Moodle cannot?
- Edmodo covers Class management, Quizzes, Messaging, Library. Moodle covers Course management, Quiz builder, Forums, Gradebook. Both handle Assignments, Mobile app, Microsoft 365, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Moodle: Is Moodle free or paid?
Moodle is free and open-source software. However, self-hosting requires IT resources and server infrastructure. Managed cloud hosting through MoodleCloud starts at $200/year for 50 users.
SourceMoodle: What languages does Moodle support?
Moodle is available in over 160 languages, making it accessible to educators and learners worldwide.
SourceMoodle: Is Moodle suitable for corporations and enterprises?
Yes, Moodle is suitable for K-12, higher education, vocational training, and corporate learning. Moodle Workplace is the enterprise edition with multi-tenancy and compliance tooling.
SourceMoodle: What learning standards does Moodle support?
Moodle supports various e-learning standards including SCORM and Tin Can API for compatibility with other educational systems.
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