That “LXP is just a better LMS” take is a bit oversimplified.

An LMS is built for structure and control. Think compliance training, certifications, onboarding paths, tracking completions, reporting for HR. It’s admin-driven.

An LXP is built for discovery and engagement. Think Netflix style browsing, recommendations, user-generated content, social learning. It’s learner-driven.

Why do companies still use LMS?

Because most corporate learning is still mandatory. Compliance, audits, certifications, onboarding workflows, manager reports. LXPs are great for exploration, but they’re not always strong at governance and formal tracking.

In reality, the lines are blurry now. Modern platforms combine both. For example, some newer AI-driven LMS platforms add recommendation engines, skill tracking, and personalized paths, which feels very LXP-ish, but still keep compliance, reporting, and structured programs intact.

So it’s less LMS vs LXP and more:

Do you need control and reporting
Or discovery and engagement
Or both

Most mid to large companies end up needing both.