75+
Courses
$13/mo
Annual plan
7 days
Free trial
4.3
Luctura rating
Luctura rating — 4.3/5
Best for: maths and science enthusiasts, CS fundamentals, logical reasoning, adult learners who want rigour without lectures.
Not for: career credentials, creative skills, business content, beginners who need hand-holding.
Key strengths
- Interactive problem-solving approach — learn by doing, not watching
- Exceptional maths, logic, and CS content that goes deeper than most platforms
- Mobile-first design that makes rigorous learning feel accessible
One caveat
No certificates and narrow subject focus. Not suitable for career-change credentials or creative learning.
Features
✓ Mobile app✗ Offline downloads✗ Free audit✓ Business plan✗ Certificates✗ Employer recognised✗ Degrees✓ Interactive coding
Content focus
MathsScienceComputer ScienceLogicData AnalysisAi
Pricing
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Free tier | Limited courses available free |
| Monthly plan | $25/month |
| Annual plan | $150/year ($13/month) |
| Free trial | 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Brilliant cost?
Brilliant costs a free tier or $150/year ($13/month) on the annual plan.
Is Brilliant worth it?
Brilliant is worth it primarily for maths and science enthusiasts. Interactive problem-solving approach — learn by doing, not watching The main caveat: No certificates and narrow subject focus. Not suitable for career-change credentials or creative learning.
Does Brilliant offer certificates?
No — Brilliant does not issue certificates of completion. The platform is built around the content itself, not credentialling.
Can I use Brilliant for free?
Yes — Brilliant lets you access a free tier. A 7-day free trial is also available for the full paid plan.
Who should avoid Brilliant?
Brilliant is not well suited for career credentials, creative skills. If that describes your goals, consider alternative platforms better matched to those needs.