What is Sakai?
Sakai provides a flexible and feature-rich environment for teaching, learning, research and other collaboration. As an open source software suite developed by its adopter community, the Sakai continually evolves in step with the needs of the students, faculty members and organizations it serves. Colleges, universities, governments and other organizations deploy Sakai’s rich toolset to expand the possibilities for technology-enabled learning across many facets of the educational experience.
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82 Likeliness to Recommend
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87 Plan to Renew
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81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
- Product Experience:
- 82%
- Negotiation and Contract:
- 83%
- Conflict Resolution:
- 87%
- Strategy & Innovation:
- 83%
- Service Experience:
- 84%
Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.
+83 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Sakai?
Pros
- Respectful
- Fair
- Trustworthy
- Acts with Integrity
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Course Management
Assessments and Quizzes
Gradebook
Classroom Management
Content Management
Instructor Led Training
Content Creation
Analytics and Reporting
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Ease of Data Integration
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Breadth of Features
Ease of IT Administration
Quality of Features
Ease of Customization
Availability and Quality of Training
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Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Sakai Reviews
Deep M.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted Mar 2025
Sakai's strength for complex corporate trainings
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Sakai from other similar products?
I've seen a plethora of learning management systems, and what truly sets Sakai apart is its robust, open-source foundation coupled with a strong emphasis on collaborative learning. Sakai's strength lies in its highly customizable environment and apt integration of collaborative tools like forums, wikis and project sites and fosters an engaging and interactive learning experience, particularly valuable in complex corporate training scenarios where team-based projects and knowledge sharing are very important.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The most compelling aspect of Sakai even when adapted for corporate training, is its inherent focus on community and collaboration. Beyond simply delivering content, it facilitates genuine interaction through its robust suite of collaborative tools. The tools it provides—discussion forums, wikis, project sites and shared workspaces—aren't just tacked-on features; they're highly integrated into the platform's architecture. The collaborative depth, where learners actively participate and contribute, is something I find often lacking in more commercially streamlined LMS platforms, and it's where Sakai truly shines.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Its major drawback is its steep learning curve and the resource intensity. The open-source nature, while a strength, necessitates a skilled IT team for customization and troubleshooting, which can be a barrier for organizations with limited technical resources. The UI is somewhat dated and less intuitive compared to modern, commercially available LMS platforms.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I will strongly recommend it if someone prioritize customization, collaborative learning (for complex, project-based trainings) and have the internal resources for implementation and maintenance. Its open-source nature has unparalleled flexibility to mold it to our specific needs, particularly for complex training programs. I'd advise a thorough needs analysis and a pilot project to fully assess its suitability for your organization, ensuring you have the technical expertise to leverage its all capabilities. The platform's ability to manage complex user roles and permissions is excellent for organizations with sensitive training materials.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
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María G.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Jan 2025
Flexible and robust
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Sakai from other similar products?
Sakai stands out for its flexibility and customization capabilities. Its focus on collaboration and course management makes it highly efficient for both instructors and students.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Definitely the ease of managing courses and collaborating with students. Its intuitive interface and the comprehensive Gradebook system are excellent and user-friendly.
What do you dislike most about this product?
The design could use some modernization.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If you're looking for an adaptable and robust LMS for an educational institution, Sakai is a fantastic option.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
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Frank D.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Education
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Nov 2024
Free and open-source
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Sakai from other similar products?
Sakai is free and open-source, reducing the costs associated with purchasing and maintaining a learning management system.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
- Reduce cost - Helps with solving problem - Improve effectiveness
What do you dislike most about this product?
- Difficult to maintain - Scalability Issues - Require significant training and support
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Recommend using
Pros
- Efficient Service
- Fair
- Transparent
- Friendly Negotiation
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