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Craftsy vs FutureLearn
Both stand on online course marketplaces. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebiPhoneAndroid
Craftsy combines a free option with a large Premium class catalog, mixed course formats, and access across web and mobile devices. Offline use and shared Premium access add flexibility for learners and families.
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FutureLearn offers free weekly access to short-course materials and paid subscriptions with immediate access to 1400+ courses. Choose a paid plan if certificates or access to course content immediately are important to you.
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| Craftsy | FutureLearn | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, iPhone, Android | Web, iPhone, Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium: $125 a year | Unlimited Monthly: $49.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | Craftsy | FutureLearn |
| Website | craftsy.com | futurelearn.com |
| On online course marketplaces | #27 of 138 | #6 of 138 |
Craftsy: what it does well
- Free plan available
- More than 2,000 Premium classes
- Web, iOS, and Android access
- Offline access supported
- Premium sharing for up to three people
What to know first
- Premium costs $125 a year
- Course formats are mixed rather than specified
- Business plans are offered separately
FutureLearn: what it does well
- Available on web, iOS, and Android.
- Free plan provides short-course materials.
- Paid plans include access to 1400+ short courses.
- Certificates are included for eligible courses on paid plans.
What to know first
- Free plan excludes certificates and test steps.
- Unlimited Monthly costs $49.99 a month.
- Unlimited Annual costs $349.99 a year.
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