Learning Management & Course Platforms

Open edX

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01 / Overview

What is Open edX?

Open edX builds online courses and learning experiences through an open-source platform.

Who is Open edX for?

Teams evaluating Open edX for learning management & course platforms workflows, particularly course authoring and learning delivery. Check the edition and intended deployment before selecting a package.

02 / Capabilities

Open edX features

The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.

  • Course authoring
  • Learning delivery
  • Learner assessment
03 / Plans & costs

Open edX pricing

Plan availability

Open-source software

Review the software licence and distribution, then scope infrastructure, maintenance and support. Commercial hosting, proprietary extensions and managed services can be priced separately.

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Free access & evaluation

An open-source software edition is available. Check the exact licence and distribution; hosting, operation, support and separately licensed extensions may still cost money.

04 / Buying checklist

Before you choose Open edX

  • Can the platform deliver the course structure, assessments and learner access you need?

  • Which learners, administrators, sales fees and integrations are included in the plan?

05 / Related software

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06 / Questions answered

Open edX FAQs

Does Open edX have a free plan?

An open-source software edition is available. Check the exact licence and distribution; hosting, operation, support and separately licensed extensions may still cost money.

Who is Open edX for?

Teams evaluating Open edX for learning management & course platforms workflows, particularly course authoring and learning delivery. Check the edition and intended deployment before selecting a package.

What should I compare before buying?

Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.