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Best Online Course Platforms 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Online course platforms help creators, schools and businesses build, sell and deliver lessons. This list gives buyers a way to compare tools for running courses and reaching students.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 FreshLearn | FreshLearn hosts courses on web, iOS and Android, supporting documents, assessments, assignments and live sessions. | 8.5 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 02 Thinkific | Thinkific suits subject matter experts, training businesses, and companies building digital learning products. | 8.1 | — | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 12 Oct 2026 |
| 03 TrainerCentral | TrainerCentral runs courses on web, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows with text, video, audio and files. | 8.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 04 LearnWorlds | LearnWorlds runs paid courses on web, iOS and Android, with apps, APIs and capacity for 1,000 students. | 8.0 | $288 a year | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 05 Pathwright | Pathwright suits individual teachers and small to mid-sized organizations building structured courses. | 7.9 | $99 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 29 Sep 2026 |
| 06 Prolaud | Prolaud suits teachers, coaches, schools, and institutes looking to deliver and sell learning products in one workspace. | 7.8 | ₹124,915 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 07 Kajabi | Kajabi runs paid courses on web, iOS and Android, with apps and APIs; plans start at $143 per month annually. | 7.6 | $179 a month | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 08 Open edX | Open edX is a free, self-hosted or web course platform with Android and iOS apps, assessments and certificates. | 7.5 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 09 Loopwise | 7.5 | $29 a month | Free plan | Web, API | 11 Oct 2026 | |
| 10 Knorish | Knorish runs courses on web, iOS and Android with video, documents, webinars, integrated payments and email marketing. | 7.4 | — | Free trial | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 12 Oct 2026 |
The page leaves entries unscored. Compare free plans, paid starting prices, student limits, fees, course formats, payments, email tools, domains and app support.
02
Thinkific
Thinkific suits subject matter experts, training businesses, and companies building digital learning products.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record8.1 Visit
03
TrainerCentral
TrainerCentral runs courses on web, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows with text, video, audio and files.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Record8.1 Visit
04
LearnWorlds
LearnWorlds runs paid courses on web, iOS and Android, with apps, APIs and capacity for 1,000 students.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record8.0 Visit
05
Pathwright
Pathwright suits individual teachers and small to mid-sized organizations building structured courses.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record7.9 Visit
6
Prolaud
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 ₹124,915 a month, billed yearly Record7.8 Visit Prolaud suits teachers, coaches, schools, and institutes looking to deliver and sell learning products in one workspace.
7
Kajabi
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $179 a month Record7.6 Visit Kajabi runs paid courses on web, iOS and Android, with apps and APIs; plans start at $143 per month annually.
8
Open edX
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Free plan Record7.5 Visit Open edX is a free, self-hosted or web course platform with Android and iOS apps, assessments and certificates.
10
Knorish
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 — Record7.4 Visit Knorish runs courses on web, iOS and Android with video, documents, webinars, integrated payments and email marketing.
12
LearnDash
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $259 a year Record7.3 Visit LearnDash is a paid, open-source course platform for self-hosted sites and web, with Android and iOS apps.
13
MasterStudy LMS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $149 a year Record7.3 Visit MasterStudy LMS converts WordPress sites into learning portals with lessons, webinars, quizzes and a branded app.
14
Ruzuku
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $997 a year Record7.3 Visit Ruzuku suits teachers, coaches, and experts creating online courses with live meetings, learner interaction, and payments.
15
Euron Systems
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record7.2 Visit Euron Systems runs self-paced, live and hybrid courses on web, iOS and Android with quizzes and certificates.
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WPLMS
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+4 $89 one-time Record7.1 Visit WPLMS is a self-hosted WordPress LMS for courses with quizzes, assignments, grading and branded mobile apps.
20
CreateOnlineAcademy
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb $29 a month, billed yearly Record6.9 Visit CreateOnlineAcademy runs on web, iOS and Android with custom domains, many formats and no transaction fee.
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LearnPress
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $19 one-time Record6.8 Visit LearnPress adds courses to self-hosted or web sites, with Android and iOS apps, media lessons and payments.
Before you choose
Compare free access and paid plans
Check whether a platform has a free plan or a trial before committing. FreshLearn lists a free plan and paid plans from $35 per month on annual billing. MasterStudy LMS lists a free plan and paid plans from $149 per year.
TrainerCentral lists a free plan and a 15-day trial. Review the pricing model and the paid-from note together.
Match the platforms your students use
Web access appears across the category, while iOS and Android apps cover a smaller share. API and self-hosted options support different technical setups, and Windows support is less common.
Confirm the platform channel you need before choosing. A mobile app may matter if students learn on phones, while self-hosting may matter if you manage the server.
Review course business tools
Use the comparison fields for student limits, transaction fees, custom domains, course formats and payment options. These details affect how you package lessons and collect payments.
Email marketing can support learner communication. Check whether the platform includes it and whether the available payment methods fit your sales process.
Check the platform against your workflow
Freemium tools such as Euron Systems, Prolaud and Klasio use a free-to-paid model. Paid platforms such as TagMango do not list a free plan in the supplied facts.
Compare the tools you need with the setup you can maintain. Thinkific, LearnWorlds, Kajabi and Coursebox represent different platform choices, so review their listed capabilities before deciding.
Questions
Which platforms list a free plan?
FreshLearn, TrainerCentral and MasterStudy LMS list free plans in the supplied facts. Other platforms may use different pricing models.
Which platform lists a free trial?
TrainerCentral lists a 15-day trial. Check the platform’s current terms before starting a course business.
Do these platforms support mobile devices?
The comparison includes iOS and Android availability, along with mobile app support. Check the individual platform entry for the channel you need.
Can I use a self-hosted course platform?
Self-hosted availability is one of the comparison fields. Verify whether the platform you choose supports the hosting setup you plan to manage.
What does paid from mean?
Paid from is the starting price shown in a platform’s pricing note. For example, FreshLearn lists $35 per month on annual billing, while MasterStudy LMS lists $149 per year.
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