Side by side
edX vs SkillLane
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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Free plan WebWindowsMac+2
SkillLane offers flexible course access through individual purchases or a subscription, with free access, offline study, and certificates listed. Learners should check each course page for access terms because lifetime availability is not universal.
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| edX | SkillLane | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Essentials: $150 per user a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 9 | 2 |
| Maker | edX | SkillLane |
| Website | edx.org | skilllane.com |
| On online course marketplaces | #5 of 138 | #9 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.
SkillLane: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Web, desktop, and mobile support
- Offline access
- Course certificates
- Business plans offered
What to know first
- Neither listed plan has a price
- Subscription access ends after cancellation
- Individual course access varies by course page
- Subscription bills automatically each month
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