Head-to-head · MOOC Platforms
Udemy vs LinkedIn Learning
Udemy leads on 0 checks, LinkedIn Learning on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreUdemy · 9.0/10
Udemy scores higher on our rubric for mooc platforms: 9.0 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
Udemy is the better fit for marketplace learners seeking flexible course access. LinkedIn Learning is the better fit for workplace learning with professional integrations.
- Udemy fits best
Marketplace learners seeking flexible course access
- LinkedIn Learning fits best
Workplace learning with professional integrations
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Side by side
| Feature | Udemy 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | LinkedIn Learning 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #3 in MOOC Platforms | #7 in MOOC Platforms |
| Best for | Marketplace learners seeking flexible course access | Workplace learning with professional integrations |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | From $19.99 | $379.88/seat/yr |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Features Udemy 0/5 · LinkedIn Learning 0/5 | ||
| Completion certificates | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Degree programs | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Enterprise plans | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Mobile apps | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Offline learning | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Course access model | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Udemy is an online learning marketplace for individuals, instructors, and organizations. Learners can browse courses in business, programming, academics, arts, health, language, music, and other categories. Course content may combine video… Read the review → |
LinkedIn Learning is an online course marketplace for individuals, professionals, teams, and organizations. Its catalog covers business, technology, and creative subjects through expert-led video, audio, and text courses. Learning paths,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Udemy — where it wins
- Broad marketplace search across many learning categories
- Lifetime access, offline mobile downloads, and mixed media lessons
- AI tools, labs, coding exercises, and team reporting
Where it doesn't
- No free plan for learners seeking zero-cost access
- Course quality and format can vary across instructors
- Personal Plan covers a curated collection rather than every course
LinkedIn Learning — where it wins
- Expert-led courses in business, technology, and creative subjects
- Mixed media, assessments, certificates, and downloadable exercise files
- LMS, LXP, HRIS, and user-management integrations for organizations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Individual access is bundled with eligible LinkedIn Premium subscriptions
- Organization pricing requires contacting sales
- Udemy9.0/10 · From $19.99
A broad course marketplace with flexible access, practice tools, and team options.
Visit UdemyFull verdict → - LinkedIn Learning8.6/10 · Paid
A polished professional learning library with strong workplace integrations.
Visit siteFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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