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Brilliant vs Gimkit

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Brilliant

Education

Learn math and science through problem-solving

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Gimkit

Education

Game-based learning built by students

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Brilliant covers Interactive lessons, Gimkit covers Game modes.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Brilliant and Gimkit actually diverge.

Attributes where Brilliant and Gimkit differ
AttributeBrilliantGimkit
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Founded20122017

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Education).

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 Brilliant

  • Interactive lessons
  • Problem-solving
  • Daily challenges
  • Progress tracking
  • Guided paths
  • Offline access
  • Mobile learning
  • Mobile apps

Only in Gimkit

  • Game modes
  • In-game currency
  • Live games
  • Assignments
  • Reports
  • Question import
  • Audio questions
  • Game themes

Both cover

  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Brilliant

  • Math learningnot Gimkit
  • Science educationnot Gimkit
  • Programming basicsnot Gimkit
  • Problem-solving skillsnot Gimkit

Gimkit

  • Review gamesnot Brilliant
  • Formative assessmentnot Brilliant
  • Student engagementnot Brilliant
  • Test prepnot Brilliant

Where each one falls short

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

Brilliant

  • Requires active daily engagement to maintain learning streaks, which can feel gamified
  • Premium subscription needed for full course access; basic free tier is limited
  • Focuses only on STEM subjects; no humanities or social sciences
  • Interactive nature requires more time commitment than passive video learning

Gimkit

Nothing recorded yet. See the Gimkit review.

Pricing, plan by plan

Brilliant

Free
  • Premium Monthly$24.99/month
    • Access to all 90+ courses
    • No ads
  • Premium Annual$150/year
    • Access to all 90+ courses
    • No ads

Gimkit

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 5 kits
    • Basic game modes
  • Pro$9.99/month
    • Unlimited kits
    • All game modes
    • Reports
  • School/District$undefined/month
    • All Pro features
    • Admin tools
    • Rostering

Which should you pick?

Choose Brilliant if

  • You need interactive lessons.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want problem-solving.
Brilliant review

Choose Gimkit if

  • You need game modes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want in-game currency.
Gimkit review

Questions people ask

Is Brilliant or Gimkit better?
Neither clearly leads. Brilliant starts at Free and Gimkit at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Brilliant or Gimkit?
Brilliant starts at Free and Gimkit at Free.
Does Brilliant or Gimkit run on more platforms?
Brilliant runs on Web, iOS, Android. Gimkit runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Brilliant for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Brilliant best used for?
Brilliant is most often used for math learning, science education, programming basics, problem-solving skills. Of those, math learning and science education are not what Gimkit is typically brought in for.
What can Brilliant do that Gimkit cannot?
Brilliant covers Interactive lessons, Problem-solving, Daily challenges, Progress tracking. Gimkit covers Game modes, In-game currency, Live games, Assignments. Both handle Web support, IOS support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Brilliant: Does Brilliant offer offline learning?

Yes. The Brilliant mobile app allows users to download lessons and learn without internet connection.

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Brilliant: Is there a free tier for Brilliant?

Yes. Brilliant offers a free basic tier with access to some courses. K-12 teachers and their students can qualify for free Premium access.

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Brilliant: What subject areas does Brilliant cover?

Brilliant covers over 90 courses across mathematics, computer science, physics, chemistry, and data science, taught by experts from MIT, Harvard, Google, and Microsoft.

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Brilliant: How does Brilliant's teaching approach differ from video lectures?

Brilliant emphasizes active learning through interactive problem-solving rather than passive video watching, similar to Duolingo's gamified approach.

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