G2 Vendor Directory

Sakai vs. Canvas LMS

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricSakai

by Apereo Foundation

Canvas LMS

by Instructure

Overall rating3.74.5
Review count991,839
Ease of use7.88.7
Ease of setup7.28.3
Quality of support7.78.7
Meets requirements8.48.9
NPS8.33333362.875289
Small Business28.3%12.8%
Mid-Market23.2%44.9%
Enterprise48.5%42.3%
Total page views933,087
Total LLM citations14720,263

Sakai

Sakai is an open-source Learning Management System (LMS) designed to support teaching, learning, and collaboration in educational settings. Developed by a global community of academic institutions and organizations, Sakai offers a flexible and scalable platform that empowers educators to create engaging and effective online learning experiences. Its comprehensive suite of tools facilitates course development, assessment, communication, and system administration, making it a robust solution for institutions seeking a customizable and user-centric LMS.

Pros

  • App Functionality
  • Navigation Ease
  • Ease of Use
  • User-Friendly
  • Easy Setup

Canvas LMS

Canvas by Instructure is a versatile, cloud-based learning management system (LMS) designed to transform online learning across every stage of education. Since its launch in 2011, Canvas has become the foundational hub for digital classrooms, empowering institutions to deliver high-quality instruction from K-12 to Corporate Training. Trusted by millions worldwide, Canvas remains the #1 educational software and the core of the Instructure ecosystem.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • User-Friendly
  • Intuitive Experience
  • Feature Diversity
  • Intuitive Interface
  • Navigation Ease