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Head-to-head · Learning Analytics Software

Jisc Learning Analytics vs D2L Performance+

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Jisc Learning Analytics #7 in Learning Analytics Software 8.6/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 6 features Visit Jisc
D2L Performance+ #8 in Learning Analytics Software 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 6 features Visit D2L

Jisc Learning Analytics leads on 0 checks, D2L Performance+ on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreJisc Learning Analytics · 8.6/10
  • Most featuresD2L Performance+ · 5 of 6

Jisc Learning Analytics scores higher on our rubric for learning analytics software: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

Jisc Learning Analytics is the better fit for engagement support with case management. D2L Performance+ is the better fit for D2L-centered engagement analytics.

  • Jisc Learning Analytics fits best

    Engagement support with case management

  • D2L Performance+ fits best

    D2L-centered engagement analytics

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Side by side

Feature Jisc Learning Analytics 8.6/10 Visit ↗ D2L Performance+ 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 8.5
Ranking #7 in Learning Analytics Software #8 in Learning Analytics Software
Best for Engagement support with case management D2L-centered engagement analytics
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Docs Community
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Jisc Learning Analytics 4/6 · D2L Performance+ 5/6
Custom dashboards ✓ ✓
Predictive analytics Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Learner risk scoring ✓ ✓
Intervention alerts ✓ ✓
API access ✓ (best) Not checked yet
LTI support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Our review
Pros
  • Combines attendance, activity and assessment data in configurable dashboards
  • Adds notifications, case management and intervention recording
  • Exports reports through an API to business-intelligence systems
  • 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.
Cons
  • Pricing requires contact with Jisc or a relationship manager
  • Available as a web-based service rather than a multi-platform application
  • Does not provide verified predictive analytics
  • 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.
Our verdict

Jisc Learning Analytics is a web-based service for higher education institutions that need a joined-up view of student engagement and support activity. It brings together attendance, online activity and assessment data, then presents the…

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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…

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  1. Jisc Learning AnalyticsLearning Analytics Software 8.6Pricing on request
  2. D2L Performance+Learning Analytics Software 8.5Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Jisc Learning Analytics — where it wins

    • Combines attendance, activity and assessment data in configurable dashboards
    • Adds notifications, case management and intervention recording
    • Exports reports through an API to business-intelligence systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contact with Jisc or a relationship manager
    • Available as a web-based service rather than a multi-platform application
    • Does not provide verified predictive analytics

  • 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.
  • Jisc Learning Analytics8.6/10 · Pricing on request

    A practical engagement and intervention hub for higher education institutions.

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  • 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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