Learning management systems · ranked #10 of 12
Litmos: review, pricing and alternatives
Tenth: a long-running LMS with a bundled content library and published starting prices, but its momentum has slowed since SAP sold it.
Litmos at a glance
- Rank
- #10 of 12 in learning management systems
- Best for
- Buyers wanting LMS plus ready content
- Pricing
- Annual subscription
- Free option
- None
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Key features
- Course library, Compliance training, Learning paths, Mobile app, Automations
- Last checked
- 2026-11-11
Where Litmos wins
- Litmos has been around since 2007 and was owned by CallidusCloud and then SAP before Francisco Partners carved it out as a standalone company in 2022.
- It remains a sensible package for a 200 to 600 person company that wants an LMS and an off-the-shelf content library in one contract, with starting annual prices on the website.
- Compliance courses and learning paths cover the usual audit needs.
- It sits tenth because competitors have moved faster on authoring and AI.
Where it falls short
- Three owners in eleven years have left the roadmap less predictable than at independent peers.
- The interface and admin tools feel older than 360Learning or LearnUpon.
- The $8,000 floor is high for a 100-person company, and the content library, while broad, is generic.
- Small companies with modest budgets, or teams that want staff to author courses together, should look at TalentLMS or 360Learning before committing to an annual Litmos contract.
Our verdict on Litmos
Litmos has been around since 2007 and was owned by CallidusCloud and then SAP before Francisco Partners carved it out as a standalone company in 2022. It remains a sensible package for a 200 to 600 person company that wants an LMS and an off-the-shelf content library in one contract, with starting annual prices on the website. Compliance courses and learning paths cover the usual audit needs.
It sits tenth because competitors have moved faster on authoring and AI.
Where Litmos falls short
Three owners in eleven years have left the roadmap less predictable than at independent peers. The interface and admin tools feel older than 360Learning or LearnUpon. The $8,000 floor is high for a 100-person company, and the content library, while broad, is generic.
Per-user prices and seat limits are not on the pricing page.
Who should look elsewhere
Small companies with modest budgets, or teams that want staff to author courses together, should look at TalentLMS or 360Learning before committing to an annual Litmos contract.
Litmos pricing
Foundation from $8,000 per year and Platinum from $15,000 per year; the AI tier is quoted.
Pricing as published by the vendor on the date above; check the vendor's pricing page before you buy.
Litmos fact sheet
| Rank | #10 of 12 in learning management systems |
|---|---|
| Category | Learning management systems |
| Best for | Buyers wanting LMS plus ready content |
| Pricing model | Annual subscription |
| Free option | None |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, United States |
| Company | Litmos US, L.P. |
| Address | San Francisco, United States |
| Vendor size | Independent or mid-sized vendor |
| Website | www.litmos.com |
| Last checked | 2026-11-11 |
Key features
- Course library
- Compliance training
- Learning paths
- Mobile app
- Automations
- Reporting
Alternatives to Litmos
Moodle WorkplaceLicensed corporate edition of Moodle, sold via partners. Quote only (via partners).
CornerstoneEnterprise talent suite with learning at its core. Quote only.
ContinuMulti-audience learning platform with a chat-based AI agent. Quote only.Also ranked in
- #10 of 12 in learning management systems
Sources checked
- Foundation from $8K per year, Platinum from $15K per year, Platinum AI talk to sales; legal entity Litmos US, L.P. Source
- Francisco Partners agreed to acquire Litmos from SAP (Aug 2022) as stand-alone company; Litmos since 2007, previously CallidusCloud (2011) and SAP (2018) Source
- Francisco Partners completed acquisition of Litmos from SAP, December 2022 Source
Litmos: common questions
What is Litmos?
Litmos is established LMS with bundled training content. Tenth: a long-running LMS with a bundled content library and published starting prices, but its momentum has slowed since SAP sold it.
How much does Litmos cost?
Foundation from $8,000 per year and Platinum from $15,000 per year; the AI tier is quoted.
Does Litmos have a free plan?
None. Foundation from $8,000 per year and Platinum from $15,000 per year; the AI tier is quoted.
What is Litmos best for?
Litmos is best for buyers wanting LMS plus ready content. Tenth: a long-running LMS with a bundled content library and published starting prices, but its momentum has slowed since SAP sold it.
Where is Litmos based?
Litmos is published by Litmos US, L.P., headquartered in San Francisco, United States.
Who should not use Litmos?
Small companies with modest budgets, or teams that want staff to author courses together, should look at TalentLMS or 360Learning before committing to an annual Litmos contract.
What are the best alternatives to Litmos?
In our learning management systems ranking the closest alternatives are Moodle Workplace, Cornerstone, Continu. See the full ranking for the other options.