--- description: Discover the benefits and disadvantages of Canvas. Learn the software price, see the description, and read the most helpful reviews for UK business users. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: Canvas Pricing, Cost & Reviews - Capterra UK 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Learning Management Systems (LMS)](/directory/30020/learning-management-system/software) > [Canvas](/software/127214/canvas) # Canvas Canonical: https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/127214/canvas Page: 1 / 174\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/127214/canvas?page=2) > Canvas is a modern LMS that helps organizations of all sizes design, deliver, and scale effective, engaging learning experiences. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 4314 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses Canvas? Designed for organizations of all sizes and types—from schools and universities to businesses and public sector teams delivering blended or virtual learning. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 4314 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Instructure - **Location**: Cottonwood Heights, US - **Founded**: 2008 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Canvas offers a free version. Please reach out to Instructure directly for pricing details. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Dutch, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium and 208 more ## Features - Activity Dashboard - Alerts/Notifications - Assessment Management - Assignment Management - Asynchronous Learning - Attendance Tracking - Class Scheduling - Communication Management - Content Library - Content Management - Course Authoring - Course Library - Course Management - Course Publishing - Course Tracking - Curriculum Management - Customisable Questions - Data Import/Export - Document Management - Engagement Tracking - Enrollments/Onboarding - Feedback Management - File Sharing - Interactive Learning - Learner Portal - Learning Management - Learning Paths/Tracks - Lesson Planning - Mobile Access - Mobile Learning - Multimedia Support - Parent Portal - Progress Tracking - Quizzes - Real-time Broadcasting - Report Cards - Reporting & Statistics - Reporting/Analytics - Screen Sharing - Skills Assessment - Storyboarding - Student Information/Records - Student Management - Surveys & Feedback - Synchronous Learning - Teacher Dashboard - Tests/Assessments - Training Administration - Training Management - Virtual Classroom ... and 29 more features ## Integrations (87 total) - 3Play Media - APL nextED - Adobe Connect - Blackboard - Cadmus - Canva - CaptionSync - CerebroLMS - Cerego - ClassIn - Classcraft - Compilatio - Copyleaks - CorrectEnglish - CourseFactory ... and 72 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30020/learning-management-system/software) ## Related Categories - [Learning Management Systems (LMS)](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30020/learning-management-system/software) - [Higher Education Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30913/higher-education/software) - [Career Management Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/33396/career-management/software) - [Employee Engagement Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/30817/employee-engagement/software) - [Customer Training Software](https://www.capterra.co.uk/directory/33555/customer-training/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The experience is entirely dependent on how well an instructor organizes the course; a poorly structured page is a nightmare to navigate. The interface can feel dated, and the default notification settings often lead to an overwhelming flood of emails for minor updates. > > I appreciate Canvas as a valuable central repository. When an instructor utilizes it properly, it’s a model of efficiency that respects my time. However, a poorly managed course becomes a frustrating time sink, forcing me to hunt for materials. This is compounded by the default notification settings, which flood my inbox with emails for every minor change, adding unnecessary digital noise to an already busy schedule. It's a powerful tool whose potential can sometimes be limited by inconsistent use. ----- ### "Reliable and User‑Friendly Learning Platform" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *16 April 2026* | Financial Services | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to navigate, great for managing courses, and smooth communication between students and instructors. Assignments, grading, and collaboration tools work reliably. > > **Cons**: Some features feel hidden in menus, and occasional bugs appear during updates. Large courses can load slowly. ----- ### "A great service" — 5.0/5 > **Oliver** | *16 January 2026* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to use, great user interface that is beginner friendly, great for employee management and helpful customer support > > **Cons**: No complaints as of yet, always been super straightforward and has ticked all the boxes in terms of what I use it for > > Very easy to navigate and use, helpful customer support and never had any bugs or issues in my time using it ----- ### "Good from student experience" — 4.0/5 > **Flavia** | *10 March 2025* | Research | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It has all the functionalities to organise the course material, which facilitates teacher-student interaction. > > **Cons**: The phone application did not have the same functionalities as the website. > > Very good, it allows to do all the tasks related to the administration of a course and the interaction is easy. ----- ### "Canvas is the best instructional management system" — 5.0/5 > **Cajetan** | *11 November 2024* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It was quite easy to introduce to the team, intuitive and easy to integrate with other applications > > **Cons**: Nothing really bad, it met most of our requirement > > The application was quite easy to upload videos and other instructional materials for our learners ----- Page: 1 / 174\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/127214/canvas?page=2) ## Links - [View on Capterra](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/127214/canvas) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | de-CH | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-IL | | | en-IN | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-AR | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-CR | | | es-DO | | | es-EC | | | es-MX | | | es-PA | | | es-PE | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | fr-LU | | | it | | | ja | | | ko | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data