
What is D2L Brightspace?
D2L is the software leader that makes the learning experience better. The company's cloud-based platform - Brightspace - is not a common one-size-fits-all learning management system (LMS). It's easier to use, more flexible, and smart. With Brightspace, you can personalize the experience for every learner to deliver real results.
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79 Likeliness to Recommend
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95 Plan to Renew
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81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
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+80 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love D2L Brightspace?
Pros
- Respectful
- Trustworthy
- Security Protects
- Inspires Innovation
How to read the Emotional Footprint
The Net Emotional Footprint measures high-level user sentiment towards particular product offerings. It aggregates emotional response ratings for various dimensions of the vendor-client relationship and product effectiveness, creating a powerful indicator of overall user feeling toward the vendor and product.
While purchasing decisions shouldn't be based on emotion, it's valuable to know what kind of emotional response the vendor you're considering elicits from their users.
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Feature Ratings
3rd Party Integration
Lesson Planning
International Support
Course Management
Gradebook
Student Collaboration
Assessments and Quizzes
Content Management
Content Creation
Instructor Led Training
Analytics and Reporting
Vendor Capability Ratings
Ease of Implementation
Quality of Features
Usability and Intuitiveness
Vendor Support
Availability and Quality of Training
Breadth of Features
Business Value Created
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Ease of Customization
Ease of IT Administration
Ease of Data Integration
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D2L Brightspace Reviews
Frank D.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Nov 2024
Cost-Effective Solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates D2L Brightspace from other similar products?
D2L Brightspace is a cloud-based platform, eliminating the need for hardware and software costs.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
- Integrate Easily - Offer Robust Security Features - Saves time
What do you dislike most about this product?
- Steep Learning - Costly for larger organization - Technical glitches
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Recommend trying
Pros
- Unique Features
- Continually Improving Product
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
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Bhavik S.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Feb 2025
"Flexible and Feature-Rich LMS"
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates D2L Brightspace from other similar products?
1. Personalized & Adaptive Learning 2. Accessibility & User Experience 3. Strong Analytics & Reporting 4. Scalability & Customization
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
robust analytics and personalized learning features The platform is also highly accessible and mobile-friendly
What do you dislike most about this product?
steep learning curve and complex customization process Cost Considerations Inconsistent UI
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
1. Plan for a Learning Curve 2. Consider Your Customization Needs 3. Leverage Automation & Analytics 4. Test Integrations Before Full Deployment
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
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Natasha K.
- Role: Student Academic
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Jul 2024
Great product
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates D2L Brightspace from other similar products?
Great product that's easy to use and has a modern look and feel
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Modern look and feel
What do you dislike most about this product?
Could use a bit more flexibility to customize the gradebook
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Excellent software
Pros
- Performance Enhancing
- Caring
- Respectful
- Helps Innovate
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