Compare Canvas LMS and Google Classroom 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.2% of reviews)
Mid-Market (48.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Canvas LMS
Star Rating
(1,485)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Canvas LMSGoogle Classroom
Star Rating
(1,470)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google ClassroomSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Canvas LMS excels in its "Analytics dashboard" feature, providing detailed insights into student performance, while Google Classroom's analytics are considered more basic, which some users find limiting for in-depth analysis.
- Reviewers mention that Google Classroom offers superior "Ease of Use" and "Ease of Setup," with many users appreciating its intuitive interface and quick onboarding process compared to Canvas LMS, which some find more complex to navigate initially.
- G2 users highlight that Canvas LMS has a more robust "Course Builder" with advanced customization options, allowing for tailored learning experiences, whereas Google Classroom's course creation tools are simpler and may not meet the needs of users looking for extensive customization.
- Users on G2 report that Google Classroom shines in "Real-time assessment" capabilities, making it easier for educators to gauge student understanding instantly, while Canvas LMS's assessment features, although varied, may not provide the same immediacy.
- Reviewers say that Canvas LMS offers better "Personalized Learning Paths," allowing educators to create tailored experiences for students, while Google Classroom's personalization features are seen as more limited, which may not cater to diverse learning needs as effectively.
- Users mention that both platforms have "Mobile compatibility," but Google Classroom is often praised for its seamless mobile experience, making it easier for students to access materials on-the-go, while Canvas LMS's mobile app has received mixed reviews regarding usability.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Canvas LMS
No pricing availableGoogle Classroom
No pricing availableFree Trial
Canvas LMS
Free Trial is available
Google Classroom
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.7
981
8.9
1,152
Ease of Use
8.5
989
9.0
1,159
Ease of Setup
8.0
331
9.0
266
Ease of Admin
8.3
325
8.9
251
Quality of Support
8.5
839
8.7
986
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
279
8.9
209
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
945
9.3
1,110
Features by Category
Assessment delivery
8.6
58
Not enough data
8.8
55
Not enough data
8.2
40
Not enough data
Grading and reporting
8.7
57
Not enough data
8.0
38
Not enough data
8.8
58
Not enough data
8.7
56
Not enough data
Administration
8.0
39
Not enough data
8.5
55
Not enough data
Learning Content
8.3
71
Not enough data
8.6
86
Not enough data
8.8
95
Not enough data
7.8
70
Not enough data
Personalization
8.6
81
Not enough data
8.3
81
Not enough data
8.8
93
Not enough data
Reporting and Analytics
8.9
93
Not enough data
8.9
87
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Authoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Course Delivery
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Not enough data
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Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
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Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Interface
Not enough data
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Not enough data
Not enough data
Training & eLearning
Not enough data
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Generative AI
Not enough data
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Platform
Not enough data
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Canvas LMS and Google Classroom are categorized as Learning Management System (LMS)
Unique Categories
Canvas LMS is categorized as Assessment, Corporate Learning Management Systems, and Digital Learning Platforms
Google Classroom has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Canvas LMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Google Classroom
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
Higher Education
42.5%
Education Management
27.7%
E-Learning
12.7%
Primary/Secondary Education
6.8%
Information Technology and Services
1.1%
Other
9.1%
Education Management
35.1%
Primary/Secondary Education
21.7%
Higher Education
14.9%
E-Learning
7.9%
Information Technology and Services
3.0%
Other
17.4%
Most Helpful Reviews
Canvas LMS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Elliot Marcel M.
Verified User in Higher Education
Everything for the class takes place in one place! Communication (email and announcements), grading, assignment creation, loading files etc. Great app for phone and tablets. There is a lot of versatility in terms of keeping track of individual students and...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Arianna D.
Verified User
the having to login all the time, all the time
Google Classroom
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Damion W.
Verified User in Biotechnology
Google Classroom is easy to use. It allows you to conduct dialogues with students. If you are already familiar with Google products, you will easily understand this interface. Deep integration with Google services. It is easy for you to send students...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
Can be hard to navigate, especially in a long-term classroom. Not super easy to find what is needed and the platform can feel bulky at times.
Elliot Marcel M.
Verified User in Higher Education
Everything for the class takes place in one place! Communication (email and announcements), grading, assignment creation, loading files etc. Great app for phone and tablets. There is a lot of versatility in terms of keeping track of individual students and...
Damion W.
Verified User in Biotechnology
Google Classroom is easy to use. It allows you to conduct dialogues with students. If you are already familiar with Google products, you will easily understand this interface. Deep integration with Google services. It is easy for you to send students...
Arianna D.
Verified User
the having to login all the time, all the time
Verified User in Higher Education
Can be hard to navigate, especially in a long-term classroom. Not super easy to find what is needed and the platform can feel bulky at times.
Discussions
How can I hide all grades?
2 comments
DH
There is! You “mute assignment” which can be done by clicking the down arrow on the assignments from the grades screen. When you have inputted all the grades...Read more
Future canvas updates
2 comments
KB
You can view (and even participate) in the product development progress here:
https://community.canvaslms.com/community/ideas
Read more
How many days of training did you get/give your staff before using Canvas?
2 comments
TG
We offered a two hour training face to face for all of our instructors. Many of our instructors are not local, so we also created a training course and...Read more
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
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