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Compare Google Classroom and Moodle 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.0% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
Google Classroom
Star Rating
(1,471)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (49.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google ClassroomMoodle
Star Rating
(424)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $200.00 50 Users Per Year
Learn more about MoodleSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Moodle excels in Course Authoring with a score of 8.9, allowing for detailed customization and flexibility in creating courses, while Google Classroom, with a score of 8.8, offers a more streamlined approach that may lack some advanced features.
- Reviewers mention that Google Classroom shines in Ease of Use with a score of 9.0, making it more accessible for new users, whereas Moodle's score of 7.7 indicates a steeper learning curve that some users find challenging.
- G2 users highlight that Google Classroom's Customer Training score of 8.5 is indicative of its strong support resources, while Moodle's score of 8.5 is comparable but may not offer the same level of user-friendly training materials.
- Users on G2 report that Google Classroom's Analytics features, scoring 8.7, provide clear insights into student performance, whereas Moodle's score of 7.0 suggests that its analytics may not be as intuitive or comprehensive.
- Reviewers say that Moodle's Content Delivery and Tracking capabilities, with a score of 8.6, are robust, allowing for detailed tracking of learner progress, while Google Classroom, with a score of 8.6, offers a simpler tracking system that may not meet the needs of all users.
- Users report that Google Classroom's Platform Performance score of 9.3 reflects its reliability and uptime, which is crucial for online learning environments, while Moodle's score of 8.6 indicates it may experience occasional performance issues.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Classroom
No pricing availableMoodle
Starter
Starting at $200.00
50 Users Per Year
Save time and resources with a MoodleCloud hosted solution. Whether you choose a fast and affordable standard plan or a premium cloud service, our hosting solutions are scalable, reliable, resilient and provide enhanced security and data protection. Plus, you get access to all Moodle’s key features that you need to drive great learning experiences.
- Moodle provides a range of scalable, reliable, and robust hosting solutions for Moodle LMS and Moodle Workplace ranging from standard, low cost plans to fully hosted, premium SaaS cloud-based services.
Free Trial
Google Classroom
No trial information availableMoodle
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
1,151
8.5
363
Ease of Use
9.0
1,159
7.7
368
Ease of Setup
9.0
267
7.5
151
Ease of Admin
8.9
251
7.8
151
Quality of Support
8.7
985
7.7
291
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
209
8.6
120
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
1,109
7.0
357
Features by Category
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
8.7
40
Not enough data
8.0
32
Not enough data
8.1
33
Not enough data
8.5
37
Healthcare Learning Management Systems (LMS)Hide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Process Automation
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
9.0
7
Not enough data
6.7
7
Not enough data
8.6
7
Not enough data
8.8
7
Not enough data
5.8
6
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Learning Content - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
5.3
5
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
6.1
6
Ethics - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
5.3
5
Not enough data
5.3
5
Not enough data
5.3
5
Compliance - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
6.3
5
Not enough data
4.7
5
Not enough data
5.0
5
Not enough data
7.0
5
Certifications - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting - Ethics and Compliance Learning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
8.8
28
Not enough data
8.0
27
Not enough data
9.1
31
Not enough data
9.0
28
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.3
27
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
8.8
28
Not enough data
9.1
28
Course Management
Not enough data
7.1
26
Not enough data
8.1
27
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
9.0
25
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
6.4
22
Not enough data
8.2
22
Not enough data
6.9
24
Interface
Not enough data
8.1
25
Not enough data
8.5
26
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
9.3
28
Not enough data
8.7
40
Not enough data
8.1
27
Not enough data
8.0
32
Not enough data
8.1
33
Not enough data
8.5
37
Not enough data
8.1
26
Generative AI
Not enough data
6.1
12
Not enough data
6.2
13
Not enough data
6.0
13
Agentic AI - Corporate Learning Management Systems
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Content
Not enough data
6.9
8
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
6.0
8
Not enough data
6.5
8
Not enough data
6.2
7
Not enough data
5.8
8
Platform Performance
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.3
7
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
11
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
5.2
8
Not enough data
7.3
10
Not enough data
7.9
8
Not enough data
7.2
9
Platform Basics
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
7.3
11
Not enough data
7.1
11
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Classroom and Moodle are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS)
Unique Categories
Google Classroom has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Classroom
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Moodle
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Education Management
35.1%
Primary/Secondary Education
21.6%
Higher Education
14.9%
E-Learning
7.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.0%
Other
17.5%
Higher Education
35.9%
Education Management
22.0%
E-Learning
9.3%
Primary/Secondary Education
7.1%
Information Technology and Services
3.4%
Other
22.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Google Classroom
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Lawerence C.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Google Classroom for teachers is easy to set up and easily used by students. Teachers can have all the information and assignments in the classroom in one place. Students can access their studies or assignments from anywhere, if they have the Internet.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Education Management
I love Classroom- I've used it for 4 years and think it's awesome. I post documents on it for my art classes and use it daily with my digital art classes to create assignments and post work and video tutorials. After Classroom switched recently to the all...
Moodle
Most Helpful Favorable Review
John G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
You can make Moodle whatever you want it to be. As an Open Source Platform, you can customize any part, and there are a multitude of free add-ons available.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
Everything. It is clunky, bloated, time consuming, not user-friendly at all, and does not do what I need it to do. I want a clear grade book screen, but I cannot get that. It does not show points total IN the grade book, you have to change screens to see a...
Lawerence C.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Google Classroom for teachers is easy to set up and easily used by students. Teachers can have all the information and assignments in the classroom in one place. Students can access their studies or assignments from anywhere, if they have the Internet.
John G.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
You can make Moodle whatever you want it to be. As an Open Source Platform, you can customize any part, and there are a multitude of free add-ons available.
Verified User in Education Management
I love Classroom- I've used it for 4 years and think it's awesome. I post documents on it for my art classes and use it daily with my digital art classes to create assignments and post work and video tutorials. After Classroom switched recently to the all...
Verified User in Higher Education
Everything. It is clunky, bloated, time consuming, not user-friendly at all, and does not do what I need it to do. I want a clear grade book screen, but I cannot get that. It does not show points total IN the grade book, you have to change screens to see a...
Discussions
Is Google classroom free for anyone?
5 comments
SG
Yes, it is free. You can create classroom or join classsroom where different relevant documents, links or file etc can be shared and accessed by whole class.Read more
Is there any way to post illustrative pictures within assignments in the main board?
4 comments
CL
The text provides steps for adding a photo to an assignment on an Android device. It involves selecting the class and assignment, accessing your work, and...Read more
Is there a timeline or beta testing for linking Classroom with Records Suites like Skyward?
4 comments
JB
I am not really sure but I will look into itRead more
What is Moodle software used for?
2 comments
Official Response from Moodle
Hello
Moodle is an open-source learning management system that helps you improve your teaching and learner outcomes. Its used by over 300 million people in...Read more
Is Moodle really free?
2 comments
AJ
Well, it is a free software but there costs to use it. The central point is that the cost reverts directly to knowledge and competence installed in the...Read more
How do I receive emails about the latest notifications?
1 comment
CM
Hey Sonal Ravi
To receive email notifications, you'd have to set up your communication preferences on your Moodle profile.
Depending on the theme that...Read more
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