At a glance
| Skilljar | TalentLMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | Customer education platform for B2B software companies. | Easy-to-use cloud LMS for SMBs. |
| Best for | B2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy | SMBs that need a straightforward LMS |
| Free plan | Not listed | Yes |
| Pricing | Pricing is not published; contact Skilljar for a quote. | Free plan for up to 5 users and 10 courses. Paid plans: Core, Grow, Pro and Enterprise. |
| Website | skilljar.com | talentlms.com |
What stands out
- Customizable academy
- Certificates and certifications
- Monetized training
- Personalized learning paths
- Proctored exams
- Reporting and analytics
Gainsight acquired Skilljar on April 2, 2025; it is now sold as Skilljar by Gainsight.
Full Skilljar profile
- TalentCraft AI course creation
- Learning paths
- Custom reports
- Automations
- SSO (SAML, LDAP, OpenID)
- TalentLibrary ready-made courses
Integrations
Apps and tools each vendor names on its website. Not a complete list.
Only Skilljar
Both
Only TalentLMS
Which should you choose?
Your team matches its sweet spot: b2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy.
Visit SkilljarYour team matches its sweet spot: sMBs that need a straightforward LMS.
You want to start on a free plan.
Visit TalentLMSWhat to check in a trial or demo of either
- Branding and single sign-on for a seamless customer experience
- Support for multiple audiences, such as customers, partners and employees
- Integrations with your CRM, support and product analytics tools
- Flexible certification and assessment options
- Commerce features if you plan to sell training
- Reporting that connects learning to retention and product usage
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Skilljar and TalentLMS?
Both are customer education platforms. Skilljar is best suited to b2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy, while TalentLMS is best suited to sMBs that need a straightforward LMS.
Do Skilljar or TalentLMS have a free plan?
Skilljar: no free plan is listed. TalentLMS: yes, a free plan is available. Checked October 2026.
How should I choose between Skilljar and TalentLMS?
Shortlist both, run a trial or proof of concept on a real use case, and compare total cost, ease of building content and how well each fits your existing tools.
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Comparison generated from our directory data, checked against vendor websites in October 2026. Products and prices change; confirm details with each vendor. Compare other tools.
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