Head-to-head · Statistics Learning Software
Brilliant vs Stat Trek
Brilliant leads on 0 checks, Stat Trek on 2, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBrilliant · 8.7/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresStat Trek · 2 of 4
Brilliant scores higher on our rubric for statistics learning software: 8.7 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
Stat Trek offers guided lessons; Brilliant doesn't publish it. Stat Trek offers statistics simulations; Brilliant doesn't publish it.
Brilliant is the better fit for learners who want guided courses and mobile access. Stat Trek is the better fit for free AP Statistics study and exam practice.
- Brilliant fits best
Learners who want guided courses and mobile access
- Stat Trek fits best
Free AP Statistics study and exam practice
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Side by side
| Feature | Brilliant 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | Stat Trek 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #7 in Statistics Learning Software | #8 in Statistics Learning Software |
| Best for | Learners who want guided courses and mobile access | Free AP Statistics study and exam practice |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features Brilliant 0/4 · Stat Trek 2/4 | ||
| Guided lessons | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Statistics simulations | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Probability experiments | Not published | Not published |
| Classroom tools | Not published | Not published |
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| Supported platforms | Not published | web |
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| Our verdict | Brilliant offers interactive courses in math and coding, with additional material in science, data science, technology, logic, and AI. Its problem-solving lessons use visual explanations and models, with immediate feedback and step-by-step… Read the review → |
Stat Trek is a free web-based resource for learning statistics and probability, with a strong focus on AP Statistics. Its intended audience includes students studying independently: the site combines curriculum lessons, written and video… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Brilliant — where it wins
- Interactive problems pair visual models with immediate feedback.
- Learning Paths, practice sets, and Koji provide guided study support.
- Web and iOS and Android apps support learning across platforms.
Where it doesn't
- Free access is limited to two lessons per day and includes occasional ads.
- Course access is subscription-based beyond the free tier.
- Offline learning and certificates are not offered.
Stat Trek — where it wins
- Combines written and video AP Statistics lessons with practice exams and explanations
- Provides tables and calculators for probability and multiple distributions
- Includes sample-size and statistical power tools alongside a random-number generator
Where it doesn't
- Its lesson and exam focus is centered on AP Statistics and self-study
- The listed platform is web only
- Classroom features are not listed
- Brilliant8.7/10 · Free plan
Guided, interactive learning across math and related fields, with limited free daily lessons.
Visit BrilliantFull verdict → - Stat Trek8.6/10 · Free plan
A free web resource for AP Statistics study, practice exams and statistical calculations.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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