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# Acorn

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> Acorn Performance LMS (PLMS) is the AI-powered platform that connects learning experiences to business performance at every step.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 34 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses Acorn?

Acorn PLMS enables capability and competency building, employee training, compliance training, association learning, customer training, partner training and sales enablement.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 34 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.9/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Acorn
- **Location**: Canberra, Australia
- **Founded**: 2013

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Please contact Acorn directly for pricing information.
- **Target Audience**: 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, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United States

## Features

- 360 Degree Feedback Software
- Assessment Management
- Asynchronous Learning
- Blended Learning
- Built-in Course Authoring
- Career Development
- Certification & Licensing
- Competency Management
- Continuous Feedback
- Course Management
- Course Tracking
- Customizable Questions
- Customizable Templates
- Dashboard Software
- Data Import/Export
- Employee Management
- Employee Portal
- Employee Profiles
- Feedback Management
- Gamification Software
- Goal Setting/Tracking
- HR Management
- Individual Development Plans
- Individualized Assessments
- Learner Portal
- Learning Paths/Tracks
- Mobile Learning Software
- Ongoing Performance Tracking
- Organizational Charting
- Performance Management
- Performance Metrics
- Performance Review Management
- Progress Tracking
- Reporting/Analytics
- Review Cycle Tracking
- SCORM Compliance
- Scoring
- Self Service Portal
- Skills Assessment
- Social Learning
- Succession Management
- Succession Planning Software
- Surveys & Feedback
- Synchronous Learning
- Test/Quiz Creation
- Tests/Assessments
- Training Management
- Workflow Management Software

## Integrations (19 total)

- Adobe Captivate
- Adobe Connect
- Aurion
- GoTo Meeting
- Learning Locker
- LinkedIn for Business
- Microsoft Azure
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Microsoft Teams
- Okta
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- PayPal
- Pipedrive
- ProNavigator
- SAP Business One

... and 4 more integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base Software
- Phone Support
- Chat

## Category

- [Human Resources Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/5/human-resource/software)

## Related Categories

- [Human Resources Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/5/human-resource/software)
- [360 Degree Feedback Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30666/360-degree-feedback/software)
- [Succession Planning Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30668/succession-planning/software)
- [Learning Management System Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30020/learning-management-system/software)
- [Assessment Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31117/assessment/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Absorb LMS](https://www.capterra.ca/software/61763/absorb-lms) — 4.5/5 (329 reviews)
2. [360Learning](https://www.capterra.ca/software/211429/360learning) — 4.7/5 (484 reviews)
3. [Canvas](https://www.capterra.ca/software/127214/canvas) — 4.6/5 (4310 reviews)
4. [Moodle](https://www.capterra.ca/software/80691/moodle) — 4.3/5 (3374 reviews)
5. [Connecteam](https://www.capterra.ca/software/153140/connecteam) — 4.6/5 (5060 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Great Product" — 5.0/5

> **Jason** | *July 1, 2025* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: This is a very easy program to use. It is a very organized app. I feel that in the short time I have used it, I have learned a lot and can move around quite quickly.
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> **Cons**: The app tends to have a lot of updates. This app can also lag at times. However, even with the lagging at times. I would never use any other one than Acorn.
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> A GREAT experience for sure. This is a great company and they are extremely organized and I will use them again.

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### "Acorn - Give them a Try" — 5.0/5

> **Chelsey** | *June 9, 2025* | Accounting Software | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
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> **Pros**: Acorn is easy to use and allows minimal effort given to those who are new to the program. Their how to's are especially helpful.
> 
> **Cons**: There is nothing that I dislike about Acorn, it is a great program for those novice as well as experienced.
> 
> My overall experience with Acorn is positive. It's especially nice to be able to track all users work done.

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### "Acorn Review" — 4.0/5

> **Jess** | *September 9, 2024* | Accounting Software | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I really like that it assist with making learning more convenient.
> 
> **Cons**: There is nothing specifically I dislike about the product.

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### "Great Experience for Users" — 5.0/5

> **KYLE G** | *June 25, 2024* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Acorn is very affordable and offers a great experience for the learner/user.
> 
> **Cons**: Setting up new users can be a little bit of a pain.

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### "Acorn review" — 4.0/5

> **Liv** | *June 16, 2023* | Insurance Software | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Customer support is incredible, \[sensitive content\] is an amazing help and always goes above and beyond. \[sensitive content\] is very responsive and always makes time for meetings and assisting in any way possible. \[sensitive content\] has been essential for us getting courses and tenancies set up. Massive thankyou for all of \[sensitive content\] efforts. Acorn is easy to use and has great features.
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> **Cons**: A feature that would be a huge benefit will be bulk enrolments. At this stage we must rely on Acorn support team so will be great to be able to facilitate that function ourselves. There are some reoccurring issues with video size/ length.

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