Granted, I did not try a couple of LMS plugins, for example, LearnDash and LearnPress were both excluded from testing. In this order, these are my favorite:
- Tutor LMS
- Masterstudy LMS
- Sensei LMS + Sensei Pro
- Memberpress Courses
- *LMS Masteriyo
- *Namaste! LMS
* = honorable mention
Benefits of LMS Plugin for WordPress
- LMS plugins are easy to install and use, making it simple to create and manage online courses.
- Customizable features allow you to tailor your courses to meet your specific needs and goals.
- Advanced tracking features allow you to monitor student progress and engagement.
- Gamification features can make learning fun and engaging, increasing student motivation and participation.
- Automated features such as email notifications, grading, and certificate generation can save time and streamline the learning process.
- LMS plugins often include monetization options, allowing you to earn income from your online courses.
- LMS plugins make online learning accessible to a wide audience, regardless of location or schedule.
LMS plugins can help you create and manage effective online courses, increase student engagement, and provide new monetization opportunities.
LMS Plugin Stats (according to downloads / reviews)
| Active Installations | Reviews | Avg. Review | |
| LearnPress | 100,000+ | 514 | 4.5 |
| Tutor LMS | 60,000+ | 465 | 4.5 |
| Sensei LMS | 10,000+ | 26 | 4 |
| MasterStudy | 10,000+ | 176 | 4 |
| Masteriyo | 2,000+ | 31 | 5 |
| Namaste! LMS | 700+ | 69 | 4.5 |
Something to note
I found it interesting that a wordpress owned domain called WPCourses, more or less, discontinued and migrated EVERYTHING away from the “private” courses onto a learning section on WordPress.com/Learn. I'm pretty sure they use Sensei LMS + Mailpoet to handle all the heavy lifting. Perhaps you too, will find that unless you wish to monetize something, you might not want to invest in a private learning management system.
I love the idea of having a LMS / Educational platform. Here are my favorite platforms or examples:
- $79 – Dr. Jordan B. Peterson
- more to come (incomplete research)