While ease of use is better with Udemy or Coursera, nothing compares to lynda.com's catalog and pricing model (other than Khan Academy re: the latter).
Coursea offers more credible certifications, while Udemy offers individual courses that don't require a monthly subscription. Ultimately, all 3 platforms provide quality content and a wide range of courses. However, some may specialize in different areas than others. My …
Udemy for Business is a crapshoot. The consistency is non-existent. Some courses go incredibly deep, while other courses don't go deep enough. Even when we got a few free months of access to Udemy - I still couldn't find why I would use Udemy over LinkedIn Learning.
LinkedIn Learning wasn't our first choice; what it came down to for the organization was the cost for the value of the product. The other services provided better training, better metrics, and better reporting. LinkedIn Learning (or Lynda.com) provided the most affordable …
We didn't get too deep into the comparison outside of a surface review of the other options. LinkedIn Learning reps were responsive and quick to put something together to meet our needs. Moreover, initial cost fit within our budget and the integration between LinkedIn and …
Coursera and LinkedIn Learning are eLearning content providers used to train employees. LinkedIn Learning offers a wide variety of courses that can be taken at any pace, while Coursera is more similar to a traditional classroom.
Features
LinkedIn Learning and Coursera both offer basic eLearning features, but they also have some standout features that set them apart.
Linkedin Learning provides content, including creative courses, technology courses, and management courses. Additionally, LinkedIn Learning has robust accessibility features and social features using LinkedIn.
Coursera offers courses created and curated by universities. As a result, Coursera can provide many degrees and certifications. Coursera also allows users to only purchase the classes they want.
Limitations
LinkedIn Learning and Coursera both have a diverse suite of features, but they also have some limitations that are worth noting.
LinkedIn Learning can take some time before updating courses for recent technologies. Additionally, LinkedIn doesn’t offer the same amount of degrees and certifications provided by Coursera.
Coursera can quickly become very expensive if you need access to many courses. They do not have a package that includes all or most of their classes, like LinkedIn Learning does. Coursera also has less flexibility for faster learners.
Pricing
LinkedIn Learning and Coursera are both priced depending on the organization, but offer free demos so organizations can try them before purchasing.
Features
Coursera
LinkedIn Learning (Lynda.com)
Learning Management
Comparison of Learning Management features of Product A and Product B
Coursera
8.8
4 Ratings
4% above category average
LinkedIn Learning (Lynda.com)
8.4
7 Ratings
1% below category average
Course authoring
8.94 Ratings
9.06 Ratings
Course catalog or library
9.14 Ratings
9.07 Ratings
Player/Portal
8.94 Ratings
9.07 Ratings
Learning content
9.54 Ratings
10.07 Ratings
Progress tracking & certifications
9.24 Ratings
10.07 Ratings
Learning reporting & analytics
8.03 Ratings
8.06 Ratings
Social learning
8.94 Ratings
8.05 Ratings
Gamification
00 Ratings
7.01 Ratings
eLearning Content
Comparison of eLearning Content features of Product A and Product B