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Kurse vs SWAYAM
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 Web
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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Free plan AndroidWeb
SWAYAM offers free courses across a broad range of study levels and includes several learning formats. Certificate exams cost extra, and availability varies by semester and instructor.
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| Kurse | SWAYAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium: $149 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 5 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | kurse.no | swayam.gov.in |
| On online course marketplaces | #43 of 138 | #16 of 138 |
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
SWAYAM: what it does well
- Course access is free.
- Online courses have no specific age or eligibility criterion.
- Some courses are self-paced with no enrollment deadline.
- Offers web and Android access.
- Course materials include videos, readings, quizzes, and discussion forums.
What to know first
- Certificate exams require a fee.
- Proctored exams take place in person at designated centres.
- Not all courses are available every semester.
- Course content requires an internet connection.