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RTObase vs aXcelerate
A modern alternative to aXcelerate. Bring your student records across from your existing AVETMISS NAT files.
One enrolment record
Learner, course, progress, payments and completion work stay together from start to finish.
The honest read
About aXcelerate
aXcelerate is a well-known cloud-based SMS used by many Australian RTOs. It combines a student management system with a built-in LMS and extensive integrations, making it a popular choice for mid-to-large RTOs.
Where aXcelerate excels
Mature LMS with built-in eLearning authoring and SCORM support
AI assessment marking, question generation, and learner support agent (self-serve for eligible customers)
Work-based learning milestones with staged criteria, evidence capture, and supervisor sign-off
Extensive third-party integrations via REST API (CRM, HR, ERP)
Advanced reporting and analytics with customisable dashboards
Trainer/assessor competency matrix and assessment mapping tools
Established platform with a large user base and ecosystem
Common reasons RTOs switch from aXcelerate
Pricing varies by active learner volume, product selection, and optional services
A broad feature set can require more configuration than a smaller RTO needs
A hosted marketing website and SEO toolkit are not part of the core SMS
Feature by feature
Feature comparison
See how RTObase compares to aXcelerate across the features that matter most to Australian RTOs.
| Feature | RTObase | aXcelerate |
|---|---|---|
| AVETMISS Reporting | Included | Yes |
| Student Portal | Included | Yes |
| Online Enrolment | Included | Yes |
| Online Assessments | Included | Yes |
| Built-in LMS & eLearning | Included | Yes |
| Advanced Reporting & Analytics | Basic | Yes |
| Third-Party Integrations (CRM, HR) | Not included | Yes |
| Built-in Website Builder | Included | Not included |
| Online Card Payments | Included | Yes |
| Published Flat-Rate Business Plan | Included | Not included |
| Self-Service NAT Import | Included | Vendor-assisted migration |
| Native eLearning Authoring | Included | Yes |
| AI Page & Website Builder | Included | Not included |
| Rule-based compliance checks | Included | Not included |
| AI Admin Agent (acts on your data) | Included | Not included |
| AI Support Assistant | Included | Self-serve for eligible customers |
| AI Assessment Marking | Not included | Self-serve for eligible customers |
| Employer Management | Included | Yes |
| Xero / Accounting Integration | Included | Yes |
| SEO Tools | Included | Not included |
| Unlimited Users | Included | Yes |
| Hosted Marketing Site on Your Domain | Included | Not included |
| Itemised 2025 Standards Mapping | Included | Not publicly itemised |
| Audit Trail | Included | Yes |
aXcelerate provides native lesson and assessment authoring, learning plans, SCORM delivery, Xero integration, and eligible AI features. RTObase differs with a native marketing website and SEO, an approval-gated admin agent, self-service NAT import, and a published flat-rate Business plan.
Feature comparison based on publicly available information. Contact us if any information needs updating.
Migration
How to migrate from aXcelerate
If your current system can export AVETMISS NAT files, RTObase imports the student, program, unit and training-activity records they contain. You review everything before going live. NAT files do not carry every document, payment, note or communication from your old system.
Export your AVETMISS NAT files from aXcelerate (Reports > AVETMISS)
Sign up for RTObase and complete the quick setup wizard
Upload your NAT files and review the imported students, programs, units, and training activity
Reconcile records that AVETMISS does not carry, then configure your operational workflows
Your data
What RTObase imports from your AVETMISS files
NAT files carry the regulated training records below. They are a migration starting point, not a complete copy of your former system.
Students & Demographics
Names, contact details, USI, date of birth, gender, indigenous status, disability information, and prior education.
NAT00080, NAT00085, NAT00090, NAT00100
Courses & Programs
Program IDs, course names, nominal hours, and all associated units of competency.
NAT00030, NAT00060
Enrolments & Activity
Training activity records, start/end dates, delivery modes, outcomes, and completion status.
NAT00120, NAT00130
Locations
Delivery location codes, addresses, postcodes, and state information.
NAT00020
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Ready to switch from aXcelerate?
Sign up for RTObase, upload the AVETMISS NAT files from aXcelerate, and review your records inside your new workspace before going live. No lock-in contracts, no hidden fees.