Coursera vs Udemy
University-linked programs and subscriptions against a large marketplace of one-time courses. Cost and certificate value differ sharply.
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Independent. Dated prices. Published scoring.
Find the right online learning platform, and see what it really costs.
Answer 5 quick questions and get a ranked shortlist from our platform database. Every price has a check date and every score has a published method.
- Side-by-side data on price, refund policy, certificate type and free tiers.
- Subscription vs pay-per-course break-even math for your own plan.
- Free platforms included and scored the same way as paid ones.
Platform Picker
5 questions. About 60 seconds. No sign-up.
Results use the scoring method in How we rate.
Compare online learning platforms
Filter by topic, certificate type and pricing model. Sort by price. Each row shows when we last checked it.
| Platform | Starting price (USD) | Model | Certificate | Refund / trial | Best for | Last checked | Link |
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Prices are US-dollar starting prices and change often, with regional pricing and frequent sales. Confirm on the platform before paying. Data last reviewed: .
Subscription or pay-per-course: which is cheaper for you?
Enter your own numbers. The calculator shows the break-even point and the cheaper option for your plan.
Only count courses you will actually finish. Completion rates for online courses are often low, which is why this number matters.
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Generated from our own platform database and refreshed monthly. Starting monthly prices for tracked subscription platforms, in USD.
Starting monthly price by platform
Platforms with a per-course or free model are listed in the table above and excluded from this chart.
What the data shows
How we rate platforms
Our picker uses a simple weighted score based only on your answers and the data we publish.
Collect
We record each platform's plan, price, refund policy, certificate type and topics, with a check date.
Match
Your quiz answers are compared with each platform's data fields.
Score
Matches add points using the weights below. The top three are shown with the reasons.
Refresh
We re-check data monthly and show the date on every row.
Quiz scoring weights (maximum 10 points)
| Factor | Points |
|---|---|
| Topic match | 3 |
| Goal match | 2 |
| Fits your budget | 2 |
| Certificate preference matches | 2 |
| Learning style match | 1 |
Ties are broken by lower starting price. Read the full methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Skillvlora free to use?
Yes. The platform picker, comparison table and cost calculator are free and need no account.
How often are prices updated?
We re-check every platform monthly and show the last checked date on every row. Platforms can change prices at any time, so confirm on the platform before paying.
Is a subscription or pay-per-course cheaper?
It depends on how many courses you finish and how long you subscribe. Use the calculator above to find your break-even number.
Which platforms are included?
We track paid and free platforms, such as Coursera, Udemy, edX, DataCamp, Khan Academy and freeCodeCamp, and score them all with the same published method.
Are the prices in US dollars?
Yes, we list US-dollar starting prices. Many platforms show different prices by country, so your checkout price may differ.