TCExam vs Open edX
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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TCExam
Open-source computer-based assessment system
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Open edX
Scalable open-source platform for online courses
| Feature | TCExam | Open edX |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 8,192 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, docker | docker, kubernetes, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 617 | ★ 8,156 |
| First released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Replaces | ExamSoft | Coursera, Canvas |
Why pick each one
Choose TCExam if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Choose Open edX if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Mature project with 8.2k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is TCExam or Open edX better?
Neither is universally better. Open edX has the larger community, while TCExam is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are TCExam and Open edX free and open-source?
Yes. TCExam is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Open edX under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run TCExam and Open edX with Docker?
TCExam: yes. Open edX: yes.