Chamilo
Open-source · self-hostable · replaces 1 SaaS tool on os-alt
chamilo/chamilo-lms · alive · ★ 949 · last commit today · 439 open issues
License: GPL-3.0
Good fit for Smaller education providers and corporate training teams that want a less complex LMS than Moodle.
Weak at Smaller plugin ecosystem; international community is largely Spanish/French-speaking — English docs sometimes lag.
In a terminal? npx -y github:SolvoHQ/os-alt-cli teachable prints
the Teachable comparison table including Chamilo.
how the CLI works →
Replaces these SaaS
- Teachable · Online course platform
Pull `chamilo/chamilo-lms:latest`. Chamilo is the lightest of the three — installs cleanly, simpler model than Moodle, easier admin UI. Teachable export → Chamilo's user import (CSV) and bulk-course-creation. Native support for SCORM, video lessons, certificate templates, and a built-in survey tool.
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FAQ
Is Chamilo actively maintained?
Yes — last commit today. The repository is alive (commit activity within the past 90 days).
What does Chamilo cost to self-host?
Chamilo is free and open source under GPL-3.0. Typical self-host VPS cost: $5-10/mo VPS.
Which SaaS does Chamilo replace?
Chamilo is listed as an open-source self-host alternative to: Teachable.