Studytube Reviews

“Extensive learning library

Pros

Studytube offers a large library of e-learning modules, along with strong support and very friendly people. The system for creating your own modules is also easy and works very well.

Cons

Honestly I cannot really think of any real downsides. If I had to mention something, it would be that employees might feel a bit overwhelmed by the large number of modules in the library, though there are ways to organize this properly.

“Proven a valuable tool

Pros

There's a wide range of external content available through DOI and the portal is user friendly for our employees. It also supports integrations with external libraries which adds a lot of value.

Cons

A few parts and features could still be developed further especially when the platform is used across multiple countries and employees have different preferred languages.

“enjoyable to use

Pros

I like the fact that there's a wide range of topics available and the system is user friendly, works reliably without issues and is genuinely enjoyable to work with.

Cons

One thing I do miss is more content around psychology in the workplace. As a psychologist, I'd really like to see additional topics focused on that area.

“packed with great features

Pros

Studytube comes with a wide range of features while still keeping the platform clear, simple and easy to manage. The team is constantly working on improvements and new features are developed, tested and rolled out quickly. Customer feedback is taken seriously and the support team responds fast and reliably.

Cons

Up to now, there has been very little to complain about. Occasionally, loading times are a bit longer when handling large amounts of content, although that may also be related to our own internet connection.

“provides us with strong learning content

Pros

Being able to create our own learning content is a big plus. It also allows us to present learning activities, such as events and e-learnings, to employees in a professional way.

Cons

There are some outdated videos in the library.

“Studytube helps us grow in our "Power 2 our partners" strategy

Pros

We use this software under the name X2academy to share our own content internally and with our partner channel, fostering collective growth. The speed at which all the content can be found is impressive. The software allows us to establish a clear rights structure, bringing together various elements such as internal and external documentation, newsletters, online training with different media, and planning on-site courses.

Cons

Apart from the fact that Studytube doesn't always function well with a Firefox browser, I haven't come across any disadvantages so far.

“Usable and full of training options

Pros

It is user friendly and employees always have quick, easy access to a wide range of training courses and microlearning content. Managing everything is also simple.

Cons

We have been using it for quite a while and when the success manager came on board in 2021, it gave us a much clearer view of what the platform could actually do. It would have been better if that contact had already been in place shortly after the initial implementation.

“training setup is simple

Pros

Setting up training courses is easy and inviting participants doesn't take much effort. People can study at their own pace which is very convenient. It's also very helpful during audits because you can clearly show which training sessions have been completed. On top of that the progress reports are well organized and give a clear overview of how the trainings are going.

Cons

Because everything is handled digitally, it's easier to lose some of the personal contact with the course participants.

“offers wide range of training options

Pros

A big plus is the wide selection of external courses and training programs. The interface is clear and user friendly which makes the platform practical to work with. The reporting is simple and easy to follow and the support provided is also very good.

Cons

The Udemy integration is quite expensive. Also, the content itself, such as the free courses and videos, focuses mainly on soft skills so company-specific training options are missing.

“Strong integrations for trainers

Pros

The functionality is amazing and the integrations with other training providers work very well.

Cons

There are a lot of decisions to make during the purchasing process which can make it feel a bit overwhelming.

“flexible learning options

Pros

It already starts with the simple connection to our e-HRM system and from there it's very convenient to offer every kind of learning activity. Whether it's internally organized events, online training courses, videos or even external education providers, the platform supports all of it.

Cons

The only thing to watch out for is that it can do so much that you may end up creating more administration and management than intended.

“Great interface and support

Pros

The platform has a beautiful, welcoming interface that really encourages people to start learning and developing. It's also very helpful that the first-line helpdesk is handled by Studytube.

Cons

At the moment the platform offers microlearnings, e-learnings, classroom learning and combinations of those formats. I'd really like to see games, assignments, tasks and other learning formats added as well. Right now, I can include a game as an e-learning but that doesn't really make sense for the end user. More learning formats in the platform would be very welcome.

“Thoughtful and flexible system

Pros

They really think along with you and look closely at where the system can be adjusted to fit your needs.

Cons

An additional admin training would be a welcome addition.

“Extensive learning offering

Pros

Studytube is a user friendly platform where people can start learning independently right from the beginning without much guidance. From an admin perspective, it also gives me a clear overview of how the platform is being used. We're very happy with the broad learning catalog, the event tool and the DOI feature. Altogether, it saves us a lot of work and time in our daily activities.

Cons

There really aren't many downsides to mention about the platform. We use the event tool a lot and would love to see it expanded further so it can also support organizing events on a scale larger than just our own employee base.

“Excellent LMS tool

Pros

It is really user friendly, with an excellent range of learning content. Overall it is a complete LMS and it fully matches Verstegen's expectations.

Cons

None. I honestly cannot point out any drawbacks with this application.

“overall a user friendly platform

Pros

Studytube is user friendly for both learners and admins. The interface also looks polished, it is simple to navigate and they keep rolling out new features which makes the platform even more appealing over time.

Cons

One thing I have noticed is that course modules and topics involve quite a bit of clicking. It's not a major problem but it doesn't always seem necessary so hopefully that's something they'll improve in future product updates.

“flexible learning and shared knowledge

Pros

The software makes training much more accessible for everyone. It supports building education paths independently, simplifies the management of qualifications and entitlements and makes it easier to organize employee content and development plans. I also really value the digital format of the materials and the option to bring together training knowledge from multiple companies in one place.

Cons

The content creation system is quite complicated especially for beginners who are just getting started.

“Powerful LMS and top service

Pros

I like that comes with several new features, offers a powerful LMS system and the service has been very good.

Cons

It could be even better if more attention were given to other learning formats, such as podcasts.

“our infocademy is a real asset :)

Pros

A big win for us has been improving the learning experience for our employees. Having our own online learning platform has really added value to the organization and we are genuinely proud of our Infocademy. Employees find the platform easy to use and on the HR side we've reduced a lot of administrative work by setting up automatic triggers and approval flows. The learning management system is clear, well organized and user friendly for administrators as well.

Cons

The strength of the platform is definitely the user-friendliness of the academy itself and the simplicity of the LMS behind the scenes but that also turns into a limitation. Custom-built adjustments are not possible. We work with themes for example and there is no filter option to support that. There are also settings that are available in one part of the system but not in another. For instance, employees can indicate interest in a certain learning intervention when it is set up as an event but not when it is offered as an in-company training. We have shared these requests with the product owner team.

“flexible roles won us over

Pros

In our setup, many different trainers and people from specialist departments run training sessions themselves. That made it incredibly important for us to choose a platform where responsible staff from other departments could create and upload learning content on their own. Studytube gives us plenty of options when it comes to assigning roles and permissions in the LMS and that was ultimately the deciding factor for us.

Cons

One area that could still be improved is the authoring tool for example when creating quizzes after courses. From what I understand, that should be getting better soon.

“reliable integration for learning

Pros

A big priority for us was being able to integrate our learning management system with our existing HR system and intranet. Studytube made that possible without any hassle and the platform also runs flawlessly from a technical standpoint.

Cons

Unfortunately, there still aren't that many customers in Germany.

“Decent learning path

Pros

The platform is very easy to use and I really like that my learning path is personalized differently from my colleague's. I can also browse the courses myself and book the ones that fit what I want to learn.

Cons

I have not been able to find any downsides.

“valuable platform!

Pros

From implementation onward, the platform has been a fantastic addition to our organization and we're extremely happy with how it's being used. It also integrate well with the other HRM software we rely on which adds even more value.

Cons

At this point, we really don't have any complaints. The support we've received throughout the process has been excellent.

“Top choice for me!

Pros

There's a wide selection of microlearnings especially for software applications and it works very well alongside our own learning activities.

Cons

The length of some of the microlearnings is a downside. They can be a bit too long when you just want to quickly look something up.