Learnhouse vs Tutor LMS
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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Learnhouse
Modern open-source learning management system
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Tutor LMS
Complete WordPress LMS for selling online courses
| Feature | Learnhouse | Tutor LMS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, source | bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,108 | ★ 124 |
| First released | 2022 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Canvas, Moodle | Teachable, Thinkific |
Why pick each one
Choose Learnhouse if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (2.1k GitHub stars)
- Written in TypeScript
Choose Tutor LMS if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is Learnhouse or Tutor LMS better?
Neither is universally better. Learnhouse has the larger community, while Tutor LMS is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Learnhouse and Tutor LMS free and open-source?
Yes. Learnhouse is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Tutor LMS under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Learnhouse and Tutor LMS with Docker?
Learnhouse: yes. Tutor LMS: check the project docs for container support.