What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Mighty Networks.
What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Mighty Networks.
Platform Overview
Understanding who each platform is built for helps you make the right choice.
Mighty Networks
Community-first platform with courses
Ideal for:
- Community builders who want courses as a feature
- Creators focused on member networking and events
- Those who want native mobile apps for members
- Membership-based businesses with social features
Strengths:
- Powerful community and networking features
- Native mobile apps (iOS/Android)
- Event management and livestreaming
- Member directories and profiles
Limitations:
- Course features less robust than dedicated LMS
- Higher pricing starts at $41/month
- Transaction fees on some plans
- Learning experience secondary to community
Ruzuku
Built for exceptional learning experiences
Ideal for:
- Coaches running structured learning programs
- Educators who want community within courses
- 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
- Deep focus on learning experience
Limitations:
- Less focus on standalone community features
- No native mobile apps (responsive web)
- No member directories
- Community tied to courses, not standalone
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Click any feature to learn why it matters for your course business.
Core Focus
Registration & Payment
Community & Engagement
Live Learning
Support & Experience
Transaction Fee Calculator
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Your Course Business
Monthly Revenue: $4,000
Mighty Networks
Ruzuku
Your savings with Ruzuku
$62/mo
$744/year
Note: Mighty Networks does offer a 0% transaction fee plan at $119/month, which is $20 more than Ruzuku. However, Ruzuku includes student tech support, native Zoom integration, and unlimited courses — features often missing or limited on comparable plans.
Why Course Creators Choose Ruzuku
The key differences that make Ruzuku the better choice for creators who prioritize teaching.
Structured Learning That Sticks
Mighty Networks is community-first with courses added. Ruzuku is built from the ground up for learning outcomes — quizzes, assignments, drip content, and detailed progress tracking.
When student transformation is the goal, a dedicated LMS delivers better results.
Radically Easy to Use
Ruzuku is focused and intuitive — create a full course with assessments and live Zoom sessions in days. No member directories or community spaces to configure first.
Simple for you, simple for your students. Everyone focuses on learning.
We Support Your Students Too
When your students have tech issues, Ruzuku's support team helps them directly. Mighty Networks leaves all member support to you.
Your students get help in hours, not days — and you save time every week.
"I love how reliable it is - it all just works! I feel proud of being able to present my materials on a nice clean and tidy looking platform that looks professional and friendly."
Sarah Pagdin
Psychologist & Course Creator
Which Platform is Right for You?
An honest guide to help you choose the best platform for your specific needs.
Choose Mighty Networks If...
Mighty Networks excels when community and member networking are your primary focus.
Best if you need:
- Community and networking are more important than courses
- Native mobile apps are essential for your members
- You want rich member profiles and directories
- Event management is a core part of your offering
Choose Ruzuku If...
Ruzuku is the better choice when learning outcomes and structured education are your priority.
Best if you want:
- Teaching transformation is your primary goal
- You want 0% transaction fees from day one
- Student tech support being included matters
- You run structured courses with quizzes and assignments
- You value simplicity focused on learning
The Bottom Line
These platforms serve different primary needs. Mighty Networks is the better choice if community is your core offering and courses are supplementary. Ruzuku is the better choice if structured learning with quizzes, assignments, and progress tracking is your priority and you want 0% transaction fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Mighty Networks to Ruzuku.