LifterLMS Features: That Differentiate it from the Competition

Learn more about LifterLMS features that set it apart from the competition. Discover how its unique tools and capabilities enhance your processes.

Accounts

Add a new user Allows administrators to add new users directly to their LMS for streamlined user management.
Archive users Deactivate and store user accounts without deleting them.
Browse list of users View all registered users in the system.
Bulk User Actions Manage multiple user accounts at once.
Custom/Mandatory User profile fields
Upload users

Activity grading

Course History
Gradebook Centralized view of all learner grades.
Gradebook audit trail
Gradebook comments
Manual Grading ("Marking") Manually review and grade submissions.
Multiple grading scales

AI Features

Adaptive Learning Adjust learning paths based on learner behavior.
AI Powered Use AI-driven automation and insights.
Chatbot AI assistant for learner support.
Content development
Content Translation Translate learning materials automatically.
Intelligent recommendations Suggest courses based on learner activity.
Natural Language Processing Interprets and responds to text inputs.
Predictive analysis Forecasts learner performance and trends.
Quiz generation Automatically creates AI-generated quizzes.
Text-to-speech Converts written content to audio.

Authentication

Active Directory/LDAP Integration
Custom User login page
Manual Accounts
No login
SAML2/API Integration Single sign-on and external authentication.
Self-Registration Users create their own accounts.
Self-Registration w. Admin Confirmation

Categories

Assign Courses to categories Organize courses under specific categories.
Create new Categories Add new organizational groups for courses.
Manage Categories Edit, delete, or update categories.
Priced Categories (Bundle)

Certificate management

Certification life-cycle
Manage certification templates Customize certificate formats.
Predefined certification templates
Unique Certificate by Course
Unique Certification by Curriculum

Compliance management

Certificate expiration notifications
Certification Expiration Management
Due Date notifications
Soft/Hard Stop Due Dates

Course Creation

Assignments Engine
Built-In Authoring Tool Create content directly inside the platform.
Can reuse PPTs, PDFs, Videos
Changing Course default settings
Consume online video content
Content Library
Course backup Options
Drag & Drop Interactions Interactive content creation.
Hybrid Learning Courses
Learning Paths (Curriculums) Sequence courses into structured programs.
LRS
Scheduling LIVE events
Survey Engine
Tests Engine
Upload courses Import courses into the platform.

Customization

Mobile Learning Support Optimize learning for mobile devices.
Personalized views

Enrollment

Attendance Tracking
Automated Enrollment (based on User data)
Guest Access Settings
Manual Enrollment Manually assign users to courses.
Progress Tracking Monitor learner progress in real time.
Self-enrollment Allow learners to join courses freely.
Self-enrollment (with a PIN #)
Survey enrollment (based on a response)

Format

Course Discussions Forum-style communication.
Gamification Format Add game elements to courses.
Learner Upload Allow learners to upload content.
LIVE Chat Option
Social Format
Topics Format Organize course by topics.
Video Conferencing Integration Connect with tools like Zoom/Teams.
Weekly Format

Gamification

Badge customization
Badges
Customize Gamification mechanics Modify points, levels, and rewards.
Leaderboards
Levels
Points
Rewards

Interface options

Additional external pages
Block Management
Calendar Settings
Language settings
Learning Accessibility
Location Settings
Media embedding settings
Multilanguage Support
Ready-made Themes

Learning types

Asynchronous Instructor-led Instructor-led but not in real time.
Asynchronous Self-paced Learners progress independently.
Blended Learning Mix online and face‑to‑face training.
Synchronous Virtual Classroom

Mobile learning

Offline (disconnected Mobile app) Access mobile content without internet.
Online (Internet connected) Access content with full connectivity.

Offline

Support for offline access to content

Reports

Automated Report Scheduling
Canned Reports
Dashboards and Graphic Reports
Email delivery of Reports
Exporting Reports in variety of formats
Grading Report Settings
Learning Analytics Tools
Training Record Maintenance

Roles

Define roles
Role Assignment
System Permissions per role
Teams and Team Hierarchies

Security

Anti-spam Protect forms and communication.
Anti-virus Scan uploaded files for threats.
IP Blocker
Restrict registration to specific domains
Strong Passwords Enforce secure password rules.

Shopping cart

Built-In Shopping Cart
Shopping Cart as Plug-In

System reports

Automatic email reports in predefined intervals
Custom reports generator
Email notification settings Control notification rules.
Live Logs