Canvas LMS vs Moodle
Both Canvas LMS and Moodle are self-hosted alternatives to Google Classroom. Both are filed under Learning and Courses.
Side by side
| Field | Canvas LMS | Moodle |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Learning management system (LMS) that is revolutionizing the way we educate. | Learning and courses platform with one of the largest communities worldwide. |
| GitHub stars | 6,900 | Not tracked — proprietary, no public repository |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Platforms | Ruby | PHP |
| Latest release | No stable release | No stable release |
| Repository activity | 30 April 2026 | Not tracked — proprietary, no public repository |
| Health | Active | No activity date recorded |
| Categories | Learning and Courses | Learning and Courses |
| Website | https://www.instructure.com/canvas/ | https://moodle.org/ |
| Source code | https://github.com/instructure/canvas-lms | https://git.moodle.org/gw |
Where the records differ
Computed from the two records above: a line appears only where the dataset states a figure, a date or a set relation, and no line recommends one application over the other.
- Health labels differ: Canvas LMS is filed as Active, Moodle as No activity date recorded.
- Licenses differ: Canvas LMS is listed under AGPL-3.0; Moodle under GPL-3.0.
- Platforms differ: Canvas LMS lists Ruby; Moodle lists PHP.
- Both are filed under the same categories: Learning and Courses.