Udemy vs LinkedIn Learning

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.

What people use each for

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

Both are used for professional development, team training, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Udemy or LinkedIn Learning better?

Neither clearly leads. Udemy starts at Free and LinkedIn Learning at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Udemy or LinkedIn Learning?

Udemy has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Udemy and On request for LinkedIn Learning.

Does Udemy or LinkedIn Learning run on more platforms?

Udemy runs on Web, iOS, Android. LinkedIn Learning runs on Web, IOS, Android.

Can I use Udemy for free?

Yes. Udemy has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. LinkedIn Learning starts at On request.

What is Udemy best used for?

Udemy is most often used for skill building, career transition, professional development, team training. Of those, skill building and career transition are not what LinkedIn Learning is typically brought in for.

What can Udemy do that LinkedIn Learning cannot?

Udemy covers Quizzes, Assignments, Q&A, Reviews. LinkedIn Learning covers Learning paths, Skill assessments, LinkedIn integration, Recommendations. Both handle Video courses, Certificates, Mobile learning, Offline viewing.