edX
8.8#2 in online course marketplacesFrom $150 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitedX vs SWAYAM
What both publish
| Fact | edX | SWAYAM |
|---|---|---|
| Course certificates | Yes | Yes |
| Course format | Courses consist of video and text content, discussion forums, and multiple problem and assessment types. | Courses use four components: video lectures, downloadable or printable reading material, self-assessment tests and quizzes, and an online discussion forum. |
| Course formats | mixed | mixed |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile apps | both | android |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Self-paced learning | Many edX courses are self-paced, and many individual courses take about 2 to 6 weeks to complete. | SWAYAM offers self-paced courses, for which the FAQ says there is no enrollment deadline. |
edX plans
- Audit trackFree
- Verified track—
- Starter$349 a year
- Campus PlanPriced on request
- Essentials$150 a year
- Teams$396 a year
SWAYAM plans
- SWAYAM coursesFree
Pick edX if…
edX suits learners pursuing education or ongoing professional development through courses, certificates, microcredentials, and other programs. Institutions and businesses can consider its LMS integrations and administrative tools; app users who need timed or proctored exams must use something other than the app for those exams.
Pick SWAYAM if…
It suits learners seeking free online courses from Class 9 through postgraduate level, including people interested in self-paced study. Those who want a certificate should be prepared for a paid, in-person proctored exam at a designated centre.