Edwiser 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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Edwiser
WordPress-based LMS for course creation and selling
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Tutor LMS
Complete WordPress LMS for selling online courses
| Feature | Edwiser | Tutor LMS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 27 | ★ 124 |
| First released | 2016 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Teachable | Teachable, Thinkific |
Why pick each one
Choose Tutor LMS if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is Edwiser or Tutor LMS better?
Tutor LMS is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Edwiser if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Edwiser and Tutor LMS free and open-source?
Yes. Edwiser is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Tutor LMS under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Edwiser and Tutor LMS with Docker?
Edwiser: check the project docs for container support. Tutor LMS: check the project docs for container support.