Data as of Oct 18, 2026Based on 431 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
Udemy holds a clear lead, frequently recommended as a vast marketplace for practical and affordable skill learning. For academic course management, however, Canvas LMS is the usual answer for professors.
Rank and Mentioned in · since Jul 5
| # | Brand | Recommended for | Mentioned in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | an established marketplace for affordable, practical courses and ready audiences | an established marketplace for affordable, practical courses and ready audiences | 51% |
| 2 | structured curriculum and university-level professional certifications | structured curriculum and university-level professional certifications | 41% |
| 3 | customizable standalone course creation with zero platform transaction fees | customizable standalone course creation with zero platform transaction fees | 40% |
| 4 | all-in-one creator businesses combining courses, email marketing, and landing pages | all-in-one creator businesses combining courses, email marketing, and landing pages | 40% |
| 5 | straightforward, beginner-friendly course hosting and multimedia management | straightforward, beginner-friendly course hosting and multimedia management | 36% |
| 6 | subscription-based, project-driven learning focused on creative and design skills | subscription-based, project-driven learning focused on creative and design skills | 33% |
| 7 | professional workplace development and software skills linked to careers | professional workplace development and software skills linked to careers | 27% |
| 8 | interactive learning experiences featuring in-video quizzes and assessments | interactive learning experiences featuring in-video quizzes and assessments | 26% |
| 9 | simple, budget-friendly storefronts bundling courses, downloads, and community | simple, budget-friendly storefronts bundling courses, downloads, and community | 25% |
| 10 | 18% | ||
| 11 | 16% | ||
| 12 | 13% | ||
| 13 | 12% | ||
| 14 | 11% | ||
| 15 | 11% |
What’s changing · since July
Since July, LinkedIn Learningrising moved among the three most named for learning graphic design. Figmarising became a regular recommendation for designers learning UX/UI, while Skillsharefalling dropped out of regular mentions for video lesson hosting.
Weeks of Aug 10 – Aug 23, 2026 · Since Jul 5
Widest split: Kajabi, 33% on ChatGPT Search and 48% on Google AI Mode.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Udemy | 49% | 53% | |
| Coursera | 42% | 40% | |
| Thinkific | 33% | 47% | |
| Kajabi | 33% | 48% | |
| Teachable | 32% | 40% | |
| Skillshare | 34% | 31% | |
| LinkedIn Learning | 34% | 20% | |
| LearnWorlds | 20% | 32% | |
| Podia | 28% | 21% | |
| Google UX Design Professional Certificate | 16% | 20% |
33% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. youtube.com, reddit.com, linkedin.com are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
Market map
Mentioned in · since Jul 5
Leading brands by topic
What is the best online course platform?
What is the best online course creation platform?
I want to create an online course but need help with the marketing and launch. Is there an agency for that?
As a professor, I need to create a website for my class. What is the best software for managing academic course content?
What is the best online course platform to learn a new skill like graphic design?