Insights from Thinkific Reviewers
Based on 31 verified reviews published in the last 18 months
What other products like Thinkific have you used or evaluated?
31 answeredIn a set of 31 recent reviews, users mentioned alternative platforms they have used or evaluated alongside Thinkific. LearnWorlds and Absorb LMS were each mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers. These mentions provide context for understanding the competitive landscape and alternative solutions considered by Thinkific users.
Absorb LMS
2 mentionsAbsorb LMS was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers in the context of other platforms they have used. This suggests t…
Absorb LMS was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers in the context of other platforms they have used. This suggests that Absorb LMS is considered a viable alternative by some users exploring options like Thinkific.
LearnWorlds
2 mentionsLearnWorlds was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers as an alternative platform they have experience with. These revi…
LearnWorlds was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers as an alternative platform they have experience with. These reviewers may have been cross-evaluating or have migrated from LearnWorlds.
What positive or negative impact (i.e. Return on Investment or ROI) has Thinkific had on your overall business objectives?
31 answeredThis report analyzes 31 recent reviews to assess Thinkific's impact on overall business objectives. A significant portion of reviewers, 23% (7 of 31), report that Thinkific has led to increased income and sales. Another 16% (5 of 31) highlight the platform's ease of use for both course creators and users as a key factor in their success. Several reviewers, 10% (3 of 31), also praise Thinkific for facilitating community engagement and enabling revenue generation. However, a smaller segment, 10% (3 of 31), express concerns about achieving a satisfactory return on investment, particularly regarding the platform's cost relative to the revenue generated from courses. These reviewers indicate the need to actively manage their courses to ensure profitability and periodically re-evaluate alternative tools if the ROI is insufficient.
Increased income/sales
7 mentionsA substantial number of reviewers, 23% (7 of 31), credit Thinkific with boosting their income and sales. They cite the…
A substantial number of reviewers, 23% (7 of 31), credit Thinkific with boosting their income and sales. They cite the platform's ability to unlock new income streams, facilitate course sales, and generally increase revenue. The ease of use and effective payment system are also mentioned as contributing factors to this positive impact.
Ease of use/Platform experience
5 mentionsApproximately 16% of reviewers (5 of 31) emphasize Thinkific's user-friendly interface as crucial to their success. The…
Approximately 16% of reviewers (5 of 31) emphasize Thinkific's user-friendly interface as crucial to their success. They appreciate the platform's low-code environment, which allows them to publish courses without extensive technical expertise. This ease of use extends to their clients, facilitating course conversions and overall online growth.
ROI concerns
3 mentionsAbout 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) express concerns about achieving a sufficient return on investment with Thinkific. The…
About 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) express concerns about achieving a sufficient return on investment with Thinkific. They report difficulty in covering the platform's costs and highlight the need to actively manage their courses to ensure profitability. The price of the platform is seen as a potential barrier, prompting periodic re-evaluation of alternative tools.
Community/Engagement
3 mentionsAround 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) value Thinkific's role in fostering community and engagement. They appreciate the pla…
Around 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) value Thinkific's role in fostering community and engagement. They appreciate the platform's ability to host strong communities, facilitate connections with other course creators, and keep participants informed, ultimately creating more opportunities.
Revenue generation
3 mentionsApproximately 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) report a positive impact on revenue generation due to Thinkific. They cite the…
Approximately 10% of reviewers (3 of 31) report a positive impact on revenue generation due to Thinkific. They cite the platform's ability to accommodate unlimited students and its ease of use, which attracts more participants. In one case, Thinkific enabled a shift from 0% to 30% of revenue from online courses during a challenging economic period.
Besides Thinkific, what other software do you regularly use? How likely would you be to recommend it to a friend or colleague?
31 answeredThis analysis of 31 recent reviews explores what other software Thinkific users regularly employ and would recommend. A notable 19% (6 of 31) of reviewers mentioned using Canva alongside Thinkific, while 13% (4 of 31) reported using ChatGPT. Other tools mentioned include Asana and Miro, and Microsoft Powerpoint, each cited by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers. These tools appear to serve a variety of functions, from design and content creation to project management and presentation development, suggesting Thinkific users often require a diverse software ecosystem to support their online course creation and management activities.
Canva usage
6 mentionsApproximately 19% (6 of 31) of reviewers mentioned using Canva. These reviewers did not elaborate on their reasons for…
Approximately 19% (6 of 31) of reviewers mentioned using Canva. These reviewers did not elaborate on their reasons for using Canva, but its use alongside Thinkific suggests it supports design and visual content creation needs for online courses.
ChatGPT usage
4 mentionsAbout 13% (4 of 31) of reviewers mentioned using ChatGPT. As with Canva, the specific reasons for using ChatGPT were no…
About 13% (4 of 31) of reviewers mentioned using ChatGPT. As with Canva, the specific reasons for using ChatGPT were not detailed, but it can be inferred that it assists with content generation, lesson planning, or other text-based tasks related to online course development.
Asana and Miro usage
2 mentionsAround 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers reported using Asana and Miro. The use of these tools suggests a focus on project mana…
Around 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers reported using Asana and Miro. The use of these tools suggests a focus on project management and visual collaboration, potentially for organizing course content, managing team workflows, or brainstorming ideas.
Microsoft Powerpoint usage
2 mentionsMicrosoft Powerpoint was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers. This indicates that some users rely on Powerpoint for…
Microsoft Powerpoint was mentioned by 6% (2 of 31) of reviewers. This indicates that some users rely on Powerpoint for creating presentation-style content within their Thinkific courses, or for related marketing and promotional materials.
Describe how you use Thinkific in your organization. What are the business problems the product addresses and what is the scope of your use case?
31 answeredThis report synthesizes 31 recent reviews to understand how users employ Thinkific within their organizations, the business problems it addresses, and the scope of its use cases. A significant portion of reviewers, 65% (20 of 31), utilize Thinkific as an online course platform. Many appreciate its ease of use, with 32% (10 of 31) mentioning this aspect. Thinkific is also used for training and education purposes by 23% (7 of 31) of reviewers. Some users leverage Thinkific for online course delivery (13%, 4 of 31). Customer support is also a notable feature, with 10% (3 of 31) of reviewers highlighting its positive aspects. These functions collectively enable users to scale their services, standardize training, and provide educational resources to both internal and external stakeholders.
Online courses platform
20 mentionsA majority of reviewers, 65% (20 of 31), use Thinkific as a platform for hosting and delivering online courses. This in…
A majority of reviewers, 65% (20 of 31), use Thinkific as a platform for hosting and delivering online courses. This includes a variety of applications, such as offering masterclasses, digital downloads, and workbooks. Some reviewers utilize Thinkific Plus for more specialized educational programs.
Ease of use
10 mentionsAbout a third of reviewers, 32% (10 of 31), find Thinkific user-friendly and easy to manage. Reviewers appreciate its i…
About a third of reviewers, 32% (10 of 31), find Thinkific user-friendly and easy to manage. Reviewers appreciate its intuitive interface and simple setup, which facilitates course construction and customer onboarding. Some users highlight that Thinkific's ease of use helped them overcome previous struggles with creating an online training platform.
Training and education
7 mentionsAround 23% (7 of 31) of reviewers utilize Thinkific for training and education purposes. This includes internal staff t…
Around 23% (7 of 31) of reviewers utilize Thinkific for training and education purposes. This includes internal staff training, partner training, and providing on-demand classes to various stakeholders. Thinkific helps standardize training across different locations and streamline sales processes.
Online course delivery
4 mentionsApproximately 13% (4 of 31) of reviewers use Thinkific for delivering structured online courses. These courses range fr…
Approximately 13% (4 of 31) of reviewers use Thinkific for delivering structured online courses. These courses range from specialized training programs to general educational content. Thinkific is also used to build courses for new hires and to reinforce company policies.
Customer support
3 mentionsAround 10% (3 of 31) of reviewers praise Thinkific's customer support. They note the responsiveness and helpfulness of…
Around 10% (3 of 31) of reviewers praise Thinkific's customer support. They note the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. Some reviewers highlight that the combination of ease of use and great support is particularly beneficial for startup course creators.