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LodeStar vs Yo Scenario
Both stand on interactive lesson makers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial MacWindows
LodeStar provides broad authoring tools, templates, AI assistance, and LMS publishing for educational content. Its assessment restriction and paid licensing should be considered before adoption.
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Free plan Web
Yo Scenario combines visual branching, interactive media and learning mechanics in a browser-based authoring platform. Its plan limits cover storage, scenarios, plays and monthly AI actions, while Studio production is separately scoped.
Visit Yo ScenarioThe facts
| LodeStar | Yo Scenario | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Single Educator License - Annual Subscription License: $149 a year | Lite: £8 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lodestarlearning.com | yoscenario.com |
| On interactive lesson makers | #28 of 31 | #24 of 31 |
LodeStar: what it does well
- Publishes to SCORM- and cmi5-compatible LMSs
- Includes branching paths and interactive activities
- Offers AI content and narration tools
- Runs on Windows and macOS
- Free 14-day trial available
What to know first
- Assessment items are not for high-stakes exams
- Paid licenses start at $149 a year
- Desktop software only, on Windows and macOS
Yo Scenario: what it does well
- Map branching routes without custom code.
- Add scoring, variables, inventory and actions.
- Review player journeys and completion behaviour.
- Publish through links, embeds or LMS workflows.
- Free plan available.
What to know first
- Paid plans have no trial period.
- SCORM and xAPI exports are listed for Pro and Enterprise.
- Bespoke Studio production is priced separately.
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