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LearnPress – Course Review

By ThimPress

Learning Management Systems (LMS) / Course Creation & Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

LearnPress – Course Review Review - In-Depth Analysis

LearnPress Course Review is an extension for LearnPress that allows students to rate and review courses they have taken. It enhances the learning experience by providing feedback options.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.84/10

User Rating

2.5/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

LearnPress Course Review is an extension plugin for LearnPress, a popular WordPress LMS plugin developed by ThimPress. This add-on enables students to rate and provide reviews for the courses they have enrolled in.

The review feature enhances the learning experience by allowing students to share their feedback on the courses. It is compatible with various WordPress themes designed for education and e-learning.

In addition to the Course Review plugin, there are several other free and premium add-ons available for LearnPress that enhance its functionality, including wishlist features, import/export capabilities, and support for forums and social networking.

Comparing to Alternatives

LearnPress – Course Review faces competition from several well-established LMS plugins that offer comprehensive eLearning solutions.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Free version works out of the box for basic use
Has a pro version with additional features
Integrates with WooCommerce for payments
Offers course review functionality
Regular updates addressing issues

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerability fixed only in recent update
Limited translation readiness
Customer support reported as poor by some users
Some paid plugins and features may not function properly

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews show a mixed to negative sentiment with a majority of low ratings highlighting functional and support issues.

Positive highlights

"Free plugin works out of the box" — niksenx
"Kindly update this plugin because I am phasing more review schema errors." — Alimam Miya
"Otherwise it looks good." — rincha

Common complaints

Paid plugins often do not work as expected
Plugin is not ready for translation
Plugin functionality is broken or unresponsive
Code errors prevent proper operation

Weaknesses

Poor customer support experience
Limited essential features like retaking tests
Issues with WooCommerce integration by default
Security vulnerability reported in older versions

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a free LMS plugin with basic course review features and who are comfortable troubleshooting or waiting for updates.

Not ideal for

Those needing robust, fully functional LMS features out of the box, reliable customer support, or requiring multi-language readiness and strong security assurances.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Basic course review and LMS functionality suitable for simple eLearning setups.

Pro version

Additional premium features including enhanced integrations, advanced course management, and extended support options.

Final Verdict

LearnPress – Course Review offers a free and pro version with useful LMS features but is hampered by significant functional issues, poor customer support, and a past security vulnerability. Its current state may frustrate users needing a reliable and fully featured LMS solution.

Considering the availability of strong alternatives with better support and more comprehensive features, this plugin is best suited for users willing to accept its limitations or those with simple needs. Potential users should weigh these factors carefully before committing.