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MasterClass
Learn from the world's best
As of 30 August 2026, MasterClass's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. MasterClass is a streaming platform offering video lessons from world-renowned experts and celebrities. Softwr lists it under Education. MasterClass is made by MasterClass Inc, launched in 2015, available on Web, iOS, Android.
Overview
What MasterClass does
MasterClass is a streaming platform offering video lessons from world-renowned experts and celebrities. From writing and business to music and sports, MasterClass provides high-production-quality courses that make it feel like you're learning directly from the world's best practitioners in their fields.
What people use it for
- Learning from experts
- Inspiration
- Skill development
- Entertainment
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Where it falls short
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- Annual membership required with no option to purchase individual courses
- No instructor interaction or personalized feedback on student work
- No hands-on exercises, assignments, or peer discussion with other students
- Limited interactivity with focus on entertainment value over practical skill development
- Difficult to cancel subscription according to customer reviews
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Pricing
What MasterClass costs
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Individual
$10 /mo
- All classes
- One device
- Mobile access
Duo
$15 /mo
- All classes
- Two devices
- Offline viewing
Family
$20 /mo
- All classes
- Six devices
- All features
Capabilities
Features
High-quality video
Workbooks
Community
Mobile apps
Offline viewing
Smart TV apps
Session stories
Smart TV platforms
Integration with Smart TV platforms
Mobile apps
Integration with Mobile apps
Web support
Available on Web
IOS support
Available on iOS
Android support
Available on Android
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Questions people ask
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What is the pricing structure for MasterClass?
MasterClass requires an annual membership with no single-course purchase option. Standard plan costs $10/month, Plus is $15/month with offline access, and Premium is $20/month for up to 6 devices.
SourceHow many courses are available on MasterClass?
MasterClass has over 200 video classes taught by celebrities and experts, with each course containing approximately 20 videos of about 10 minutes each plus detailed workbooks.
SourceDoes MasterClass provide certificates or formal credentials?
No. MasterClass does not provide certificates upon completing a course, so it does not offer formal recognition for course completion.
SourceDo MasterClass courses include personalized feedback from instructors?
No. All MasterClass courses are pre-recorded videos, so there is no direct interaction with instructors or personalized feedback on student work.
SourceBehind it
Who makes MasterClass
- Company
- MasterClass Inc
- Based in
- San Francisco, California
- Founders
- David Rogier, Aaron Rasmussen
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