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At a Glance
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Star Rating
(682)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (35.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about LinkedIn Learning
Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Star Rating
(100)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (67.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Skillsoft
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that LinkedIn Learning excels in its Ease of Use with a score of 9.2, making it more intuitive for new users compared to Skillsoft's score of 8.2. Reviewers mention that the user interface is straightforward and easy to navigate.
  • Reviewers mention that Skillsoft offers superior Comprehension Checks with a score of 9.4, which helps in assessing learner understanding effectively, while LinkedIn Learning scores 8.6 in this area.
  • G2 users highlight LinkedIn Learning's Course Recommendation Engine as a standout feature, scoring 8.8, which personalizes learning paths effectively, whereas Skillsoft matches this score but lacks the same level of user feedback on effectiveness.
  • Users on G2 report that Skillsoft's Manager Portals are highly rated at 8.9, providing robust tools for tracking employee progress, while LinkedIn Learning scores lower at 8.3, indicating a potential gap in management features.
  • Reviewers mention that LinkedIn Learning shines in Content Libraries, both scoring 8.9, but users say that LinkedIn's library feels more extensive and diverse, offering a wider range of topics and formats.
  • Users report that Skillsoft's Integration APIs are rated higher at 9.0, making it easier to connect with other systems, while LinkedIn Learning's score of 7.9 suggests it may have limitations in this area, impacting overall flexibility.
Featured Products
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
LinkedIn Learning
No pricing available
Skillsoft
No pricing available
Free Trial
LinkedIn Learning
Free Trial is available
Skillsoft
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
567
8.8
82
Ease of Use
9.2
572
8.2
83
Ease of Setup
8.7
56
7.8
26
Ease of Admin
8.8
40
7.6
25
Quality of Support
8.7
423
8.5
65
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
43
8.7
21
Product Direction (% positive)
8.5
559
7.0
79
Features by Category
Technical Skills DevelopmentHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
8.7
1,329
8.7
88
Functionality
8.6
117
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Verified
8.3
10
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Verified
8.8
119
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Verified
8.9
12
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Verified
8.5
112
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Verified
8.7
9
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Verified
8.6
112
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Verified
9.4
9
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Verified
8.8
121
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Verified
Feature Not Available
8.9
125
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Verified
9.2
10
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Verified
8.6
108
8.5
9
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Verified
Content
9.0
124
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Verified
8.5
12
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Verified
9.1
127
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Verified
8.3
12
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Verified
Platform Reporting and Analytics
8.6
95
Feature Not Available
8.6
87
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Verified
Feature Not Available
8.3
82
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Verified
8.7
5
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Verified
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Learning Experience Platforms (LXP)Hide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
8.6
962
8.8
263
Training & eLearning
8.6
125
8.8
42
8.8
125
8.8
41
8.4
122
8.6
36
8.6
110
8.4
30
8.3
160
8.9
31
8.5
101
8.9
30
8.9
219
8.9
53
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
379
8.9
84
Training & eLearning
8.3
160
8.9
31
8.9
219
8.9
53
Online Course ProvidersHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
8.5
679
Not enough data
Courses
8.7
59
Not enough data
8.9
63
Not enough data
8.7
62
Not enough data
8.3
55
Not enough data
8.2
60
Not enough data
8.4
58
Not enough data
Administration
8.6
50
Not enough data
8.6
53
Not enough data
8.9
60
Not enough data
Compatibility
8.8
57
Not enough data
7.5
51
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Skill management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Online Learning PlatformHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Customization
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
Corporate Learning Management SystemsHide 27 FeaturesShow 27 Features
8.6
840
8.7
442
Course Authoring
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
7.8
12
Not enough data
8.3
17
Not enough data
8.6
11
Course Delivery
Not enough data
8.6
17
Not enough data
9.6
17
Not enough data
9.1
17
Not enough data
8.6
15
Course Management
Not enough data
7.8
10
Not enough data
9.2
10
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
Not enough data
LMS Marketplace
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Interface
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.5
8
Training & eLearning
8.6
125
8.8
42
8.8
125
8.8
41
8.6
110
8.4
30
Not enough data
8.4
36
8.3
160
8.9
31
8.5
101
8.9
30
8.9
219
8.9
53
Generative AI
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
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Unique Categories
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
32.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.6%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
35.4%
Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
9.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
23.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
67.4%
Reviewers' Industry
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Higher Education
16.1%
Information Technology and Services
10.7%
Computer Software
8.7%
Marketing and Advertising
6.9%
Education Management
5.6%
Other
51.9%
Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Information Technology and Services
15.8%
Higher Education
7.4%
Government Administration
6.3%
Education Management
5.3%
Financial Services
4.2%
Other
61.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Caroline W.
CW
Caroline W.
Verified User in Education Management

The best feature of lynda is the vast number of training available for so many marketing strategies. It works well on both my android phone as well as on my windows operating system. Lynda has well trained instructors who train in a well paced manner....

Most Helpful Critical Review
TW
Theophilus W.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

You don't know these instructors. You don't know their industries, meaning what they teach may operate differently in your industry. You don't know how well the instructors are vetted. These Certs are used less for learning and more for show.

Skillsoft
Skillsoft
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Tanisha F.
TF
Tanisha F.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Much better resources are ideal for informal studying needs and are also simply mix into the more structured project. That software offers rich education to support critical company procedure including project control, human resources, and company analysis.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
GM
Verified User in Apparel & Fashion

Some of the courses are a bit lengthy. I like to do these when I have a rare spare moment for our continuing education requirements. I also don't like the questions/quizzes in the middle of the course. I'm okay with a quiz at the end, but I don't feel it's...

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Discussions
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning Discussions
What are the benefits of LinkedIn learning?
4 comments
Chester D.
CD
From the first step of actively learning gaining new skills and certificates and recognition to possibly becoming a linkedin instructor those are just a few...Read more
who is behind the development of the software
2 comments
DA
Can someone explain the difference in strategy on value-based pricing of software versus needs-based pricing.Read more
hope i get the certificates for the learning?
1 comment
Lady B.
LB
For me, this is also an exciting question. Although I tried to be an exemplary student and not miss classes, nevertheless, some assignments unsettled me and...Read more
Skillsoft
Skillsoft Discussions
Is skillsoft any good?
1 comment
Denisse R.
DR
Definitely! You can do a free trial for your organization to try it out. My favorite part are the aspire career based journeys and the completion badges.Read more
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Skillsoft has no more discussions with answers