Learning Management · head to head
Skillshare vs D2L Brightspace
Skillshare
Learning Management
Online learning community for creative skills
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
D2L Brightspace
Learning Management
The LMS built to focus on the learning moment
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Skillshare has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Skillshare limited language support available compared to Udemy which offers 75 languages; D2L Brightspace no pricing tiers or figures are published on the site for Brightspace or its add-on products; the only path to cost is Request a Demo, per d2l.com, August 2026
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Skillshare and D2L Brightspace actually diverge.
| Attribute | Skillshare | D2L Brightspace |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | subscription | quote |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Founded | 2010 | Unknown |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Learning Management).
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 Skillshare
- Video classes
- Class projects
- Discussions
- Offline viewing
- Mobile learning
- Workshops
- Curated paths
- Teacher studio
Only in D2L Brightspace
Nothing recorded that Skillshare does not also cover.
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Skillshare
- Skill developmentnot D2L Brightspace
- Creative projectsnot D2L Brightspace
- Career growthnot D2L Brightspace
- Side hustlesnot D2L Brightspace
D2L Brightspace
No use cases recorded yet. See the D2L Brightspace review.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
D2L Brightspace
- No pricing tiers or figures are published on the site for Brightspace or its add-on products; the only path to cost is Request a Demo, per d2l.com, August 2026
Pricing, plan by plan
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
D2L Brightspace
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the D2L Brightspace review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Skillshare if
- You need video classes.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want class projects.
Choose D2L Brightspace if
Nothing in the data separates D2L Brightspace from Skillshare on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.
Questions people ask
- Is Skillshare or D2L Brightspace better?
- Neither clearly leads. Skillshare starts at Free and D2L Brightspace at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Skillshare or D2L Brightspace?
- Skillshare has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Skillshare and On request for D2L Brightspace.
- Does Skillshare or D2L Brightspace run on more platforms?
- Skillshare runs on Web, iOS, Android. D2L Brightspace runs on Web.
- Can I use Skillshare for free?
- Yes. Skillshare has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. D2L Brightspace starts at On request.
- What is Skillshare best used for?
- Skillshare is most often used for skill development, creative projects, career growth, side hustles. Of those, skill development and creative projects are not what D2L Brightspace is typically brought in for.
- What can Skillshare do that D2L Brightspace cannot?
- Skillshare covers Video classes, Class projects, Discussions, Offline viewing.
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.
SourceSkillshare: 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.
SourceSkillshare: 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.
SourceSkillshare: 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.
SourceSkillshare: 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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