Adapt Authoring Tool vs TCExam
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted learning & courses options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Adapt Authoring Tool
Build responsive HTML5 e-learning courses
VS
TCExam
Open-source computer-based assessment system
| Feature | Adapt Authoring Tool | TCExam |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | bare-metal, docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 558 | ★ 617 |
| First released | 2014 | 2004 |
| Replaces | Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate | ExamSoft |
Why pick each one
Choose Adapt Authoring Tool if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Choose TCExam if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is Adapt Authoring Tool or TCExam better?
Neither is universally better. TCExam has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Adapt Authoring Tool and TCExam free and open-source?
Yes. Adapt Authoring Tool is licensed under GPL-3.0 and TCExam under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Adapt Authoring Tool and TCExam with Docker?
Adapt Authoring Tool: yes. TCExam: yes.