What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Kartra.
What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Kartra.
Platform Overview
Understanding who each platform is built for helps you make the right choice.
Kartra
All-in-one marketing platform with courses
Ideal for:
- Marketers who want everything in one platform
- Funnel builders who also sell courses
- Those who need email, pages, and courses together
- Businesses focused on marketing automation
Strengths:
- Complete marketing suite included
- Advanced funnel building tools
- Email marketing with automation
- Helpdesk and calendar included
Limitations:
- Complex interface with steep learning curve
- Pricing starts at $119/month
- Course features not the primary focus
- Can feel overwhelming for simple needs
Ruzuku
Built for exceptional learning experiences
Ideal for:
- Coaches running structured learning programs
- Educators who want simplicity over complexity
- Experts focused on teaching transformation
- Course creators who want student tech support included
Strengths:
- 0% transaction fees on all plans
- Student tech support included free
- Native Zoom integration for live sessions
- Simple, focused learning platform
Limitations:
- No built-in email marketing
- No funnel builder included
- Focused solely on courses and learning
- Requires external tools for marketing
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Click any feature to learn why it matters for your course business.
Core Focus
Pricing & Value
Marketing Features
Learning Experience
Ease of Use
Why Course Creators Choose Ruzuku
The key differences that make Ruzuku the better choice for creators who prioritize teaching.
Built for Discussion & Community
Kartra's courses are bolted onto a marketing platform. Ruzuku is built around the learning experience, with rich threaded discussions and peer interaction in every course.
Real transformation happens through conversation and community, not just funnels.
Radically Easy to Use
Kartra's all-in-one approach means a steep learning curve — email, funnels, helpdesk, calendars, courses. Ruzuku is focused and intuitive.
Launch your first course in days, not weeks. No complex systems to learn first.
We Support Your Students Too
When your students have tech issues, Ruzuku's support team helps them directly. Kartra has a helpdesk for YOUR customers, but you still manage it yourself.
Your students get help in hours, not days — and you save time every week.
"I can't tell you how much I appreciate everything you guys do - from providing an awesome platform to your wonderful support - it's not an overestimation to say you've transformed my life and the lives of thousands of my students."
Manuel Puro
Coach, Puro Casting
Which Platform is Right for You?
An honest guide to help you choose the best platform for your specific needs.
Choose Kartra If...
Kartra makes sense when you want an all-in-one marketing platform and courses are just one piece.
Best if you need:
- You need email marketing, funnels, and courses in one platform
- Marketing automation is a primary requirement
- You're comfortable with complex software
- You want to consolidate multiple tools
Choose Ruzuku If...
Ruzuku is the better choice when courses are your core offering and you want simplicity.
Best if you want:
- Courses are your primary business focus
- You value simplicity over feature count
- Student tech support being included matters
- You run live cohort-based programs
- You're happy using best-of-breed tools for marketing
The Bottom Line
Both platforms can serve course creators, but they're built for different needs. Kartra is the better choice if you need an all-in-one marketing suite with funnels, helpdesk, and automation in a single platform. Ruzuku is the better choice if you want a focused, easy-to-use LMS and prefer pairing it with best-of-breed marketing tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Kartra to Ruzuku.