Tutor LMS wins 2 of the 3 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
| Feature | BuddyPress Community Bundle | Tutor LMS |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 (better) | 7.6/10 |
| Starts at | $249/year | $199/year (better) |
| Free version | No | Yes (better) |
| Refund window | 30 days | 30 days |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | – | 100K+ |
| Last Black Friday | – | 50% off |
| Category | Membership & LMS | Membership & LMS |
| Vendor | Wbcom Designs | Tutorlms |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
PersonalStarts here
$249/year
1 site sites
Developer
$399/year
5 sites sites
Agency
$599/year
Unlimited sites
IndividualStarts here
$199/year
1 site
Business
$399/year
10 sites
Agency
$799/year
Unlimited sites
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Reddit users see Tutor LMS as a cheap, workable choice for simple course sites, but several say it gets expensive once extra features are needed. Threads also mention bugs that affected unrelated pages and a critical authentication bypass in Tutor LMS Pro.
On our comparison Tutor LMS comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
BuddyPress Community Bundle starts at $249/year and Tutor LMS starts at $199/year.
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Tutor LMS was 50% off last year.
Wbcom Designs is a WordPress development agency that builds and maintains community platforms, course websites, and online stores with a focus on integration and ongoing support.
Tutor LMS allows you to build, manage, and scale your online courses and eLearning business with a powerful WordPress LMS.