Side by side
Chamilo LMS vs Ruzuku
Both stand on online course platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Chamilo LMS combines course delivery and assessment features with open-source licensing and a demo option. Check the PHP requirements for the version you plan to install.
Visit Chamilo LMS
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2
Ruzuku brings course content, live meetings, community activity and payment collection into a browser-based service. The free plan has a five-student account limit, while Core and Pro remove that cap at their listed monthly prices.
Visit RuzukuThe facts
| Chamilo LMS | Ruzuku | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Core: $997 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Maker | Chamilo LMS | Not published |
| Website | chamilo.org | ruzuku.com |
| On online course platforms | #10 of 148 | #14 of 148 |
Chamilo LMS: what it does well
- Free and open source under GNU/GPLv3+.
- Supports tests, certificates, single sign-on, and API access.
- Provides xAPI and LTI capabilities.
- Free Campus demo is available.
What to know first
- Version 3.0.1 requires PHP 8.3, 8.4, or 8.5.
- Professional projects are directed to BeezNest Belgium.
- Provider list is temporarily on hold.
Ruzuku: what it does well
- Unlimited courses on the free plan
- Live meetings support up to 250 in presentation mode
- No platform transaction fees
- Student technical support is included on every plan
- Custom domains are available on Pro
What to know first
- Free plan caps the account at five students
- No app is available to download
- SCORM and xAPI are not supported
Alternatives to Chamilo LMS Alternatives to Ruzuku The whole list