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Twinkl vs PBS LearningMedia
Twinkl leads on 0 checks, PBS LearningMedia on 0, and 3 are 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 scoreTwinkl · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresTwinkl · 2 of 2
Twinkl scores higher on our rubric for teacher resource libraries: 9.2 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
Twinkl is the better fit for broad editable resources for schools. PBS LearningMedia is the better fit for free video-rich classroom resources.
- Twinkl fits best
Broad editable resources for schools
- PBS LearningMedia fits best
Free video-rich classroom resources
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Side by side
| Feature | Twinkl 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | PBS LearningMedia 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #2 in Teacher Resource Libraries | #8 in Teacher Resource Libraries |
| Best for | Broad editable resources for schools | Free video-rich classroom resources |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Twinkl 2/2 · PBS LearningMedia 0/2 | ||
| Editable files | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| School licensing | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Resource formats | worksheets, activity sheets, presentations, PowerPoints, ebooks, interactive activities, games, posters, flashcards, templates, display materials | Not checked yet |
| Grade levels | early years, prekindergarten, kindergarten, grades 1-8, secondary, ages 5-11 | Not checked yet |
| Subject coverage | math, science, English language arts, social studies, art and design, computing, design and technology, geography, history, languages, music, physical education, religious education, PSHE | Not checked yet |
| Access model | Mixed | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Twinkl is a digital library of curriculum-aligned teaching resources for educators, parents, schools and homeschools. Its collection covers early years, prekindergarten, kindergarten, grades 1–8, secondary education and ages 5–11.… Read the review → |
PBS LearningMedia is a web-based resource library for PreK–12 educators, with free classroom materials from PBS member stations and partners. Its collection includes videos, interactives, lesson plans, teaching tips, primary sources, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Twinkl — where it wins
- Searchable, editable resources across early years through secondary education
- Covers worksheets, presentations, ebooks, games and interactive activities
- Adds assessment, planning, inclusion and AI-powered teaching tools
Where it doesn't
- School membership pricing is quote-based
- Pricing may vary by country or region
- Ultimate Monthly and Ultimate Annual list the same highlights
PBS LearningMedia — where it wins
- Free access to videos, interactives, lesson plans, and primary sources
- Standards-aligned content spans multiple subjects and grade levels
- Google Classroom support includes student work and progress monitoring
Where it doesn't
- Video content requires internet access
- Videos are not downloadable for offline use
- Classroom integration is centered on Google Classroom
- Twinkl9.2/10 · Free plan
A broad, editable teaching library spanning subjects, grade levels, tools and school access.
Visit TwinklFull verdict → - PBS LearningMedia8.6/10 · Free plan
A free, video-rich resource library for multimedia K–12 instruction.
Visit LearningMediaFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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