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Pluralsight vs Skillshare

Pluralsight logo

Pluralsight

Education & E-Learning

Technology skills platform for IT professionals

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Skillshare logo

Skillshare

Learning Management

Online learning community for creative skills

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Skillshare has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Pluralsight core Tech plan lists at $49/month while the broader Complete plan across all domains lists lower at $29/month on the same pricing page; Skillshare limited language support available compared to Udemy which offers 75 languages
  • They diverge on capability: Pluralsight covers Video courses, Skillshare covers Video classes.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Pluralsight and Skillshare actually diverge.

Attributes where Pluralsight and Skillshare differ
AttributePluralsightSkillshare
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, IOS, Android, Apple TVWeb, iOS, Android
CategoryEducation & E-LearningLearning Management
Founded20042010

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 Pluralsight

  • Video courses
  • Skill assessments
  • Learning paths
  • Hands-on labs
  • Certifications
  • Analytics
  • Slack
  • Microsoft Teams

Only in Skillshare

  • Video classes
  • Class projects
  • Discussions
  • Workshops
  • Curated paths
  • Teacher studio
  • Mobile apps
  • Smart TV apps

Both cover

  • Mobile learning
  • Offline viewing
  • Web support
  • IOS support
  • Android support
  • Apple TV support

What people use each for

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

Pluralsight

  • Technology teams building structured skill development and certification prep programsnot Skillshare

Skillshare

  • Skill developmentnot Pluralsight
  • Creative projectsnot Pluralsight
  • Career growthnot Pluralsight
  • Side hustlesnot Pluralsight

Where each one falls short

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

Pluralsight

  • Core Tech plan lists at $49/month while the broader Complete plan across all domains lists lower at $29/month on the same pricing page
  • Free trial is limited to 10 days

Skillshare

  • Limited language support available compared to Udemy which offers 75 languages
  • Focus on creative skills means limited technical or professional development courses
  • Video quality and instructor expertise varies across courses

Pricing, plan by plan

Pluralsight

On request
  • Standard$29/month
    • Core library
    • Learning paths
    • Skill assessments
  • Premium$45/month
    • Everything in Standard
    • Hands-on labs
    • Exams
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • All content
    • Analytics
    • SSO

Skillshare

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Select free classes
    • Class projects
  • Premium$13.99/month
    • All classes
    • Offline viewing
    • No ads
  • Teams$undefined/month
    • Team management
    • Analytics
    • Custom content

Which should you pick?

Choose Pluralsight if

  • You need video courses.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android, Apple TV.
  • You also want skill assessments.
Pluralsight review

Choose Skillshare if

  • You need video classes.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want class projects.
Skillshare review

Questions people ask

Is Pluralsight or Skillshare better?
Neither clearly leads. Pluralsight starts at On request and Skillshare at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Pluralsight or Skillshare?
Skillshare has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Pluralsight and Free for Skillshare.
Does Pluralsight or Skillshare run on more platforms?
Pluralsight runs on Web, IOS, Android, Apple TV. Skillshare runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Skillshare for free?
Yes. Skillshare has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Pluralsight starts at On request.
What is Pluralsight best used for?
Pluralsight is most often used for technology teams building structured skill development and certification prep programs. Of those, technology teams building structured skill development and certification prep programs is not what Skillshare is typically brought in for.
What can Pluralsight do that Skillshare cannot?
Pluralsight covers Video courses, Skill assessments, Learning paths, Hands-on labs. Skillshare covers Video classes, Class projects, Discussions, Workshops. Both handle Mobile learning, Offline viewing, Web support, IOS support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Skillshare: How much does Skillshare cost?

Skillshare Premium membership costs $167.88 per year (about $13.99 per month) when billed annually, or $17.99 to $32 per month when paying month-to-month. New members receive a free trial before billing begins.

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Skillshare: What topics does Skillshare cover?

Skillshare offers more than 30,000 project-based classes in design, illustration, photography, video, writing, marketing, and productivity. Courses often include downloadable resources like templates, brushes, and design files.

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Skillshare: Can I download Skillshare classes for offline viewing?

Yes, Skillshare Premium members can download classes for offline viewing, allowing you to watch content anywhere without an internet connection.

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Skillshare: Does Skillshare offer certificates?

Yes, Skillshare classes include certificates of completion as part of the project-based learning model, allowing you to track and share your learning progress.

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Skillshare: Is there a free tier on Skillshare?

Skillshare offers a free one-month trial to new users who provide card details. After the trial, a paid subscription is required for continued access.

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