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HomeLearn vs Master Books
Both stand on homeschool curriculum. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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HomeLearn combines a broad age range with a hybrid format and built-in lesson, assessment, and parent-support materials. Families should check course age requirements and request pricing details before choosing a payment option.
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Master Books offers both homeschool curriculum materials and Academy video courses, with free previews and 18 months of access after purchase. Families should review the course-specific price and the enrollment and refund restrictions before buying.
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| HomeLearn | Master Books | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Monthly payment: A$39.95 a month | Master Books Academy course (individual courses): $59.95, paid once |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | homelearn.au | masterbooks.com |
| On homeschool curriculum | #13 of 40 | #9 of 40 |
HomeLearn: what it does well
- Covers ages 4–5 through senior high school
- Hybrid curriculum format
- Lesson plans included
- Assessments included
- Parent guidance provided
What to know first
- Paid service with no free plan
- Some courses require age 16 or older
Master Books: what it does well
- Curriculum covers preschool through high school
- Families can choose subject sets or custom packages
- Academy courses use self-paced video lessons
- First-week course previews are available free
- Lesson plans, assessments, and parent guidance are included
What to know first
- Academy course access lasts 18 months
- Course purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable
- Group use requires a license for each student
- One account per purchase can enroll in a class
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