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Learning Content Authoring Software

Learning content authoring tools help create learning materials. Compare the platforms you need with the signal score out of 10 and the API, open-source and free-tier marks.

The board covers software in this category.

• 19 platforms
• 1 with a public API on this page
• 9 with a free tier
• Checked 23 Oct 2026

1. #PlatformSignalPlugs inPrice
2. 1
   X

   Xertexerte.org.uk

   Xerte is a browser-based suite for creating interactive learning materials and online learning objects.

   7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
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3. 2
   AL

   Adapt Learningadaptlearning.org

   A free, open-source course tool for building responsive learning content without programming.

   7.7 APIOpenFree Free tier
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4. 3
   A

   ActivePresenteratomisystems.com

   An e-learning authoring tool for screen recording, video editing, and courses with simulations and assessments.

   6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · $249 one-time
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5. 4
   B

   BranchTrackbranchtrack.com

   A browser editor for building branching learning simulations and tracking learner choices and outcomes.

   6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $83/mo
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6. 5
   C

   Coassemblecoassemble.com

   Coassemble is an API-first training platform for authoring courses, embedding learning experiences, and tracking completions.

   6.4 APIOpenFree From $20,000/yr (lower tiers unpriced)
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7. 6
   E

   eXeLearningexelearning.net

   A free, open-source editor for interactive lessons, with exports for SCORM, HTML, and EPUB.

   6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier
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8. 7
   L

   Lectoraproducts.elblearning.com

   A course authoring tool with interactive templates, quizzes, and an AI course content draft feature.

   6.1 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $1,549/yr
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9. 8
   EA

   Evolve Authoringintellum.com

   A course tool that creates assessments and media, then publishes to Intellum or exports SCORM packages.

   5.9 APIOpenFree From $588/yr
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10. 9
    E

    Easygeneratoreasygenerator.com

    A web course editor for employee learning, with quizzes, videos, scenarios, and document-to-course drafts.

    5.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $116/mo
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11. 10
    C

    Courseboxcoursebox.ai

    A course creation platform with a free plan for web, iOS, and Android.

    5.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
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12. 11
    IC

    iSpring Cam Proispringsolutions.com

    A paid Windows tool for recording your screen and webcam.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $327/yr
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13. 12
    GL

    Gomo Learninggomolearning.com

    A cloud course editor with templates, quizzes, and media for lessons that adapt to different screens.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
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14. 13
    AR

    Articulate Rise 360articulate.com

    A web-based lesson builder for courses that adapt to phones, tablets, and computers.

    5.6 APIOpenFree From $1,449/yr
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15. 14
    IA

    isEazy AuthorisEazy

    A course authoring tool with a free plan.

    5.0 APIOpenFree Free tier
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16. 15
    C

    CourseArccoursearc.com

    A collaborative course tool with templates, interactive content blocks, and AI-assisted lesson materials.

    4.9 APIOpenFree —
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17. 16
    AC

    Adobe Captivateadobe.com

    A paid course authoring tool for creating interactive lessons and assessments on Mac and Windows.

    4.5 APIOpenFree From $39.99/mo
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18. 17
    S

    SmartBuilderSmartBuilder

    A paid course authoring tool with a $139 monthly subscription.

    4.1 APIOpenFree From $139/mo
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19. 18
    E

    ElucidatElucidat

    An online learning content authoring tool.

    3.8 APIOpenFree —
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20. 19
    H

    H5PH5P Group

    A paid tool for delivering quizzes and assessments inside a learning management system.

    3.8 APIOpenFree —
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How to choose

Which platforms does the software need to support?

Start with where you need to use the tool: web, Windows, Android, iOS, an API or self-hosting. Check the platform marks for the options you are considering.

Can I use it for free or try it first?

Check whether a tool has a free plan or a free trial; they are different options. For example, ActivePresenter lists a free plan, while Adobe Captivate lists a 30-day trial and no free plan.

How should I compare paid plans?

Compare the listed price and billing terms, since prices may be monthly, annual or per user.

Do I need an API or open-source code?

If the tool needs to connect through an API, check its API mark and listed platform support. If you need open-source code, check that mark and review the tool's licence.

Questions

What is learning content authoring software?

It is software for creating learning content. Compare the platforms you need, pricing options and the API, open-source and free-tier marks.

Which platforms should I check before choosing?

Check for the platforms you need: web, Windows, Android, iOS, API access or self-hosting.

What does the API mark mean?

It indicates that a tool has a public API, a way for other software to connect with it. Check the mark if API access matters to your setup.

How is the signal score calculated?

It uses maker-published information about use, a public API, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier, with different weights for those factors.

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