H5P vs OpenBoard Interactive
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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H5P
Create and share interactive HTML5 learning content
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OpenBoard Interactive
Interactive whiteboard software for teaching
| Feature | H5P | OpenBoard Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 147 | ★ 3,020 |
| First released | 2013 | 2018 |
| Replaces | Articulate Storyline | SMART Notebook, Promethean |
Why pick each one
Choose OpenBoard Interactive if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
- Written in C++
Frequently asked questions
Is H5P or OpenBoard Interactive better?
OpenBoard Interactive is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider H5P if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are H5P and OpenBoard Interactive free and open-source?
Yes. H5P is licensed under MIT and OpenBoard Interactive under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run H5P and OpenBoard Interactive with Docker?
H5P: check the project docs for container support. OpenBoard Interactive: check the project docs for container support.