Head-to-head · Learning Analytics Software
AnalyticVue vs D2L Performance+
AnalyticVue leads on 0 checks, D2L Performance+ on 0, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAnalyticVue · 9.4/10
AnalyticVue scores higher on our rubric for learning analytics software: 9.4 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
AnalyticVue is the better fit for district-wide predictive student analytics. D2L Performance+ is the better fit for D2L-centered engagement analytics.
- AnalyticVue fits best
District-wide predictive student analytics
- D2L Performance+ fits best
D2L-centered engagement analytics
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Side by side
| Feature | AnalyticVue 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | D2L Performance+ 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #1 in Learning Analytics Software | #8 in Learning Analytics Software |
| Best for | District-wide predictive student analytics | D2L-centered engagement analytics |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Support | Community | |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features AnalyticVue 5/6 · D2L Performance+ 5/6 | ||
| Custom dashboards | ✓ | ✓ |
| Predictive analytics | ✓ | ✓ |
| Learner risk scoring | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intervention alerts | ✓ | ✓ |
| API access | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| LTI support | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
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| Our verdict | AnalyticVue is a cloud-based K-12 student analytics platform for school and district stakeholders, including administrators, teachers, data coaches, students, and parents. It brings together data from student information systems, learning… Read the review → |
D2L Performance+ is a learning analytics add-on for Brightspace, intended for leaders, administrators, educators, and learners who need visibility into course effectiveness, learner engagement, adoption, assessment quality, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
AnalyticVue — where it wins
- Combines SIS, LMS, assessment, and district data
- Supports drill-down dashboards, forecasting, and risk prediction
- Provides REST API access with token authentication
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a sales contact
- Advanced predictive features are limited to Premium Edition
- Available platform is web only
D2L Performance+ — where it wins
- Predictive analytics and risk scoring identify at-risk learners.
- Custom dashboards, diagnostics, alerts, and scheduled reports support analysis.
- Adaptive learning engine extends beyond reporting and monitoring.
Where it doesn't
- Designed as a Brightspace add-on rather than a broad standalone platform.
- Web-only access limits platform flexibility.
- Its verified integration list is empty, narrowing ecosystem breadth.
- AnalyticVue9.4/10 · Pricing on request
A broad analytics platform for districts combining reporting, prediction, alerts, and integrations.
Visit AnalyticVueFull verdict → - D2L Performance+8.5/10 · Pricing on request
A focused Brightspace analytics layer for engagement, risk analysis, and reporting.
Visit D2LFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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