Tsugi vs RapidPro
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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Tsugi
Framework for building LTI learning tools
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RapidPro
Visual platform for building messaging-based learning flows
| Feature | Tsugi | RapidPro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 4,096 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 371 | ★ 905 |
| First released | 2014 | 2015 |
| Replaces | LTI Marketplace tools | Twilio Studio |
Why pick each one
Choose Tsugi if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- Written in PHP
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Choose RapidPro if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is Tsugi or RapidPro better?
Neither is universally better. RapidPro has the larger community, while Tsugi is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Tsugi and RapidPro free and open-source?
Yes. Tsugi is licensed under Apache-2.0 and RapidPro under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Tsugi and RapidPro with Docker?
Tsugi: check the project docs for container support. RapidPro: yes.