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Schoo vs Stepik
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
Schoo offers a free entry point alongside larger premium libraries and a business option. Choose according to lesson volume, live teaching, mobile downloads, or team access rather than listed prices.
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Stepik combines course authoring, learner access, and integration options in one education platform. Its free public course creation is distinct from paid courses, which carry a commission, while Enterprise cannot currently be newly subscribed to.
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| Schoo | Stepik | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web, iPhone, Android | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Pro: 2,900 RUB a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Schoo | Stepik |
| Website | schoo.jp | stepik.org |
| On online course marketplaces | #28 of 138 | #4 of 138 |
Schoo: what it does well
- Free membership available
- Daily live lessons
- Large premium recorded library
- Mobile lesson downloads on Premium
- Business plan supports 20 IDs minimum
What to know first
- Business plan requires 20 IDs
- Premium features require subscription access
Stepik: what it does well
- Free public course creation includes automatic assignment checking.
- Paid courses include built-in payment processing.
- LTI 1.1 integration names six learning platforms.
- Learners can study offline and earn completion certificates.
What to know first
- Enterprise is unavailable to new subscribers since May 2023.
- Paid courses incur a commission on payments.