# Absorb LMS vs Chamilo

| Attribute | Absorb LMS | Chamilo |
|---|---|---|
| **Vioscale score** | 59 (12% (low)) | 57.8 (8% (low)) |
| deployment.options | `{"cloud":true}` | `{"self_hosted":true}` |
| description.long | A cloud-based learning management system with integrated artificial intelligence that enables organizations to create and deliver training, automate administrative workflows, track compliance certifications, and generate reporting insights. It includes pre-built compliance content and integrates with HR systems to streamline workforce development. | An open-source learning management system deployed globally by over 40 million learners. The platform is GDPR compliant and designated as a certified Digital Public Good. |
| features.capabilities | `{"sso_scim":true,"analytics":true,"gamification":true,"platform_type":"lms","learning_paths":true,"content_library":"bundled","native_authoring":true,"virtual_classroom":"integration","compliance_tracking":true,"extended_enterprise":true}` | `{"analytics":true,"platform_type":"lms","self_hostable":true,"native_authoring":true}` |
| integrations.count | 17 | - |
| integrations.list | `[{"name":"ADP Vantage HCM"},{"name":"ADP Next Gen HCM"},{"name":"ADP Workforce Now"},{"name":"BambooHR"},{"name":"Workday"},{"name":"SAP SuccessFactors"},{"name":"UKG Pro"},{"name":"Dayforce"},{"name":"Deputy"},{"name":"Salesforce"},{"name":"Zendesk Sell"},{"name":"Zoom"},{"name":"Webex"},{"name":"Eventbrite"},{"name":"Marketo"},{"name":"Intercom"},{"name":"ServiceNow"}]` | - |
| market.availability | - | `{"hqCountry":"BE","primaryMarkets":[],"availabilityScope":"global","availableCountries":[],"notAvailableCountries":[]}` |
| platform.support | `{"web":true}` | - |
| pricing | - | `{"type":"open_source","summary":"Free and open source","freeTier":true,"sourceUrl":"https://chamilo.org/","retrievedAt":"2026-08-24T15:30:11.540Z"}` |
| pricing.free_tier | - | yes |
| pricing.model | commercial | open_source |
| pricing.price_level | - | free |
| pricing.transparent | - | yes |
| security.gdpr | yes | yes |

## Capabilities (LMS & Training Software)

| Capability | Absorb LMS | Chamilo |
|---|:--:|:--:|
| **Core** |  |  |
| Platform type | LMS | LMS |
| **Standards** |  |  |
| Content-standard support | - | - |
| LTI support | - | - |
| **Content** |  |  |
| Native course authoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Off-the-shelf content library | Bundled catalog | - |
| **Training** |  |  |
| Compliance training tracking | ✓ | - |
| **Delivery** |  |  |
| Virtual classroom / ILT | Integration | - |
| Learning paths | ✓ | - |
| Gamification | ✓ | - |
| **Segment** |  |  |
| Extended enterprise | ✓ | - |
| **Admin** |  |  |
| SSO / SCIM | ✓ | - |
| **Accessibility** |  |  |
| Accessibility | - | - |
| **Deployment** |  |  |
| Self-hostable | - | ✓ |
| **Analytics** |  |  |
| Learning analytics / reporting | ✓ | ✓ |

*Source: Vioscale. Generated 2026-09-01T14:39:23.429Z. "-" = undocumented, not absent.*