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edX vs Kurse
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 AndroidiPhoneWeb
edX offers a broad mix of courses and longer programs, with a free audit path and paid verified study options. Check the audit limits and course-specific price before choosing a track.
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Kurse combines learner features with tools for building and administering workplace courses. The free tier and trial provide an entry point, while paid plans add broader content access, support, and business controls.
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| edX | Kurse | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Essentials: $150 a year | Premium: $149 a month |
| Plans published | 9 | 5 |
| Maker | edX | Not published |
| Website | edx.org | kurse.no |
| On online course marketplaces | #5 of 138 | #43 of 138 |
edX: what it does well
- Free auditing lets learners explore courses.
- Verified learners retain course materials after the course ends.
- Mobile apps support offline video downloads.
- Institutional tools include analytics and grade pass-back.
What to know first
- Audits exclude graded assignments and certificates.
- Audit access to materials ends with the course.
- Timed and proctored exams are unavailable in the app.
- Verified courses start at around $50.
Kurse: what it does well
- Tailored learning paths and course library
- Progress tracking, quizzes, and certificates
- Builder supports video, PDFs, links, and assignments
- Public or private course controls
- Seven-day trial needs no credit card
What to know first
- Free plan includes limited support
- Premium and Business are billed per user monthly
- Prices exclude VAT