At a glance
| Skilljar | Thinkific | |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | Customer education platform for B2B software companies. | Course platform for creators and businesses. |
| Best for | B2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy | Smaller teams launching a first academy |
| Free plan | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pricing | Pricing is not published; contact Skilljar for a quote. | Basic from $40/month billed annually, Start and Grow plans, Plus custom. 30-day free trial; no free plan. |
| Website | skilljar.com | thinkific.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.
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- Drag-and-drop course builder with AI
- Payments and e-commerce
- Communities
- Live Zoom sessions
- Certificates and assignments
- Thinkific Plus with SSO and learning paths
Integrations
Apps and tools each vendor names on its website. Not a complete list.
Only Skilljar
Both
Only Thinkific
Which should you choose?
Your team matches its sweet spot: b2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy.
Visit SkilljarYour team matches its sweet spot: smaller teams launching a first academy.
Visit ThinkificWhat 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 Thinkific?
Both are customer education platforms. Skilljar is best suited to b2B SaaS companies launching a customer academy, while Thinkific is best suited to smaller teams launching a first academy.
Do Skilljar or Thinkific have a free plan?
Skilljar: no free plan is listed. Thinkific: no free plan is listed. Checked October 2026.
Which integrations do Skilljar and Thinkific have in common?
Both name Salesforce, Zoom, Stripe among their integrations on their websites.
How should I choose between Skilljar and Thinkific?
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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