Side by side
Schoo 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 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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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.
Visit SWAYAMThe facts
| Schoo | SWAYAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, iPhone, Android | Android, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Schoo | Not published |
| Website | schoo.jp | swayam.gov.in |
| On online course marketplaces | #28 of 138 | #16 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
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.