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360Learning vs Coursera

360Learning logo

360Learning

Software

Collaborative learning that transforms L&D

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Coursera logo

Coursera

Software

Learn from top universities and companies worldwide

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Coursera has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 360Learning the published Team plan at $8 per user per month covers up to 100 users; beyond that pricing is custom; Coursera free audit does not include certificate upon completion
  • They diverge on capability: 360Learning covers Collaborative authoring, Coursera covers Video lectures.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 360Learning and Coursera actually diverge.

Attributes where 360Learning and Coursera differ
Attribute360LearningCoursera
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, IOS, Android, APIWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20102012

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 360Learning

  • Collaborative authoring
  • AI-powered recommendations
  • Social learning
  • Assessments
  • Analytics
  • Integrations
  • Gamification
  • Workday

Only in Coursera

  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes
  • Peer assessments
  • Certificates
  • Offline access
  • Specializations
  • Degrees
  • SSO providers

Both cover

  • Mobile learning
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Slack
  • HRIS systems
  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support
  • API support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

360Learning

  • Collaborative course authoring by internal subject matter expertsnot Coursera
  • Onboarding and compliance training deliverynot Coursera
  • Upskilling programmes tracked across a workforcenot Coursera
  • Customer and partner trainingnot Coursera

Coursera

  • Skill developmentnot 360Learning
  • Career advancementnot 360Learning
  • Professional certificatesnot 360Learning
  • Degree programsnot 360Learning

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

360Learning

  • The published Team plan at $8 per user per month covers up to 100 users; beyond that pricing is custom
  • Business and Enterprise pricing is not published
  • Priority SLA, dedicated technical support and premium onboarding are Enterprise only
  • Business and Enterprise plans are typically annual contracts rather than monthly

Coursera

  • Free audit does not include certificate upon completion
  • Limited offline access to course materials
  • Paid specializations require monthly subscription rather than one-time purchase

Pricing, plan by plan

360Learning

On request
  • Team$undefined/month
    • Collaborative authoring
    • Course library
    • Reporting
  • Business$undefined/month
    • All Team
    • Integrations
    • Advanced analytics
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All Business
    • Custom development
    • Dedicated success

Coursera

Free
  • Free AuditFree
  • Coursera Plus$59/month
  • Professional Certificates$39/month

Which should you pick?

Choose 360Learning if

  • You need collaborative authoring.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android, API.
  • You also want ai-powered recommendations.
360Learning review

Choose Coursera if

  • You need video lectures.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want quizzes.
Coursera review

Questions people ask

Is 360Learning or Coursera better?
Neither clearly leads. 360Learning starts at On request and Coursera at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 360Learning or Coursera?
Coursera has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for 360Learning and Free for Coursera.
Does 360Learning or Coursera run on more platforms?
360Learning runs on Web, IOS, Android, API. Coursera runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Coursera for free?
Yes. Coursera has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. 360Learning starts at On request.
What is 360Learning best used for?
360Learning is most often used for collaborative course authoring by internal subject matter experts, onboarding and compliance training delivery, upskilling programmes tracked across a workforce, customer and partner training. Of those, collaborative course authoring by internal subject matter experts and onboarding and compliance training delivery are not what Coursera is typically brought in for.
What can 360Learning do that Coursera cannot?
360Learning covers Collaborative authoring, AI-powered recommendations, Social learning, Assessments. Coursera covers Video lectures, Quizzes, Peer assessments, Certificates. Both handle Mobile learning, Microsoft Teams, Slack, HRIS systems.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Coursera: Can I audit courses for free?

Yes. Most Coursera courses can be audited for free, allowing access to videos and assignments without a certificate.

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Coursera: What is Coursera Plus?

Coursera Plus is a subscription for $59/month or $399/year providing unlimited access to over 7,000 courses and specializations with certificates.

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Coursera: Do enterprises get custom integrations?

Yes. Enterprise plans include SSO, APIs, AI-assisted Course Builder, and 30+ LMS integrations with dedicated customer success managers.

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Coursera: What is the cost of a degree program?

Coursera offers accredited degree programs starting at $50,000 and above, with costs varying by program and institution.

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