Lectora
6.4#11 in learning content authoring softwareFrom $1,549 a yearWebWindows
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What both publish
| Fact | Lectora | Xerte |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | Its accessibility features include predictable focus, lightbox pop-ups, form radio buttons and checkboxes, and controls for layering and tabbing order. | The project says accessibility was developed with accessibility specialists and people with special needs. |
| Purpose | Lectora is an authoring tool for creating interactive learning courses. | Xerte is a browser-based authoring suite for creating interactive learning materials. |
| Security | ELB Learning’s Trust Center lists Lectora Online and ReviewLink architecture documents and a 2025 Lectora Online penetration test among its security materials. | A May 2026 security notice says public-facing installations should not contain the initial-installation setup folder and identifies updated versions 3.15.5 and 3.14.6. |
Lectora plans
- Studio Gold Suite$1,549 a year
Xerte plans
- XerteFree
- Xerte Online ToolkitsFree
Pick Lectora if…
Lectora suits teams and course authors building interactive training, including projects that need collaboration, accessibility features, or adaptive learning paths. It also fits authors who need multiple publishing formats or PowerPoint import.
Pick Xerte if…
Xerte suits teachers, tutors, and organisations delivering teaching and learning who need to create interactive materials. It can also suit developers who want to customise content using JavaScript and CSS.