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CMEGenius vs Realms

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.

CMEGenius

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CMEGenius combines CME planning, course creation, events, accreditation transfers, and sales tools. Its storage allowances and additional media charges should be reviewed when selecting a plan.

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Realms combines course commerce, administration, analytics, content protection, and source-code ownership in one platform. Its paid plans and separate infrastructure costs make it a consideration for creators or client-focused teams planning a full course operation.

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The facts

	CMEGenius	Realms
Free plan	Not published	No
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Starter: $299, paid once
Plans published	2	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	cmegenius.com	launch-course.ray-realms.com
On online course platforms	#134 of 148	#138 of 148

CMEGenius: what it does well

Supports video, SCORM, webinars, and conferences
Automates CME credit transfers
Stripe sales with memberships and coupons
AWS-hosted branded websites with custom domains
Encryption, role controls, and SSL certificates

What to know first

Pricing is available only on request
Cloud media hosting costs extra after 100 GB monthly
Business plan limits transactional emails to 10,000 monthly
Business and Enterprise have different media allowances

Realms: what it does well

Includes storefront, checkout, accounts, and access controls
Analytics cover revenue, conversions, traffic, and student drop-offs
Supports video and PDF course formats
No platform transaction fee is stated
Source code arrives as a downloadable ZIP

What to know first

No free plan
Plans start at $449 a month
Hosting and other usage costs are separate
Agency plan supports up to 20 brands

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