TCExam vs TAO
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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TAO
Open-source computer-based assessment platform
| Feature | TCExam | TAO |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 617 | ★ 138 |
| First released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Replaces | ExamSoft | ExamSoft, Questionmark |
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 TAO if…
- Released under the GPL-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is TCExam or TAO better?
TCExam is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider TAO if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are TCExam and TAO free and open-source?
Yes. TCExam is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and TAO under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run TCExam and TAO with Docker?
TCExam: yes. TAO: yes.