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Awesome Screenshot vs Coursera

Awesome Screenshot logo

Awesome Screenshot

Browser Extensions

Screen capture and image annotation

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Coursera logo

Coursera

Learning Management

Learn from top universities and companies worldwide

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Awesome Screenshot covers Screen capture, Coursera covers Video lectures.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Awesome Screenshot and Coursera actually diverge.

Attributes where Awesome Screenshot and Coursera differ
AttributeAwesome ScreenshotCoursera
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, Edge, SafariWeb, iOS, Android
CategoryBrowser ExtensionsLearning Management
Founded20072012

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Awesome Screenshot

  • Screen capture
  • Annotation tools
  • Cloud storage
  • Screen recording
  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support
  • Safari support

Only in Coursera

  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes
  • Peer assessments
  • Certificates
  • Mobile learning
  • Offline access
  • Specializations
  • Degrees

What people use each for

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

Awesome Screenshot

No use cases recorded yet. See the Awesome Screenshot review.

Coursera

  • Skill developmentnot Awesome Screenshot
  • Career advancementnot Awesome Screenshot
  • Professional certificatesnot Awesome Screenshot
  • Degree programsnot Awesome Screenshot

Where each one falls short

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

Awesome Screenshot

Nothing recorded yet. See the Awesome Screenshot review.

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

Awesome Screenshot

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Screen capture
    • Basic annotation
    • Cloud storage

Coursera

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Awesome Screenshot if

  • You need screen capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari.
  • You also want annotation tools.
Awesome Screenshot 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 Awesome Screenshot or Coursera better?
Neither clearly leads. Awesome Screenshot starts at Free and Coursera at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Awesome Screenshot or Coursera?
Awesome Screenshot starts at Free and Coursera at Free.
Does Awesome Screenshot or Coursera run on more platforms?
Awesome Screenshot runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari. Coursera runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Awesome Screenshot for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What can Awesome Screenshot do that Coursera cannot?
Awesome Screenshot covers Screen capture, Annotation tools, Cloud storage, Screen recording. Coursera covers Video lectures, Quizzes, Peer assessments, Certificates.

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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