Platform comparison
edX vs Hacking with Swift
Head-to-head comparison: courses, certificates, cost, and who each platform is best for.
2 coursesCourses in our catalog2 courses
Free to start
NoYes
Certificates on listed courses
YesNo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | edX | Hacking with Swift |
|---|---|---|
| Free to start | No | Yes |
| Certificates on listed courses | Yes | No |
| Course count | 2 | 2 |
| Focus areas | Computer Science Data Science Programming | Swift SwiftUI iOS |
edX
edX is a nonprofit online learning platform founded by Harvard and MIT. It hosts university-level courses from top institutions worldwide. Most courses are free to audit. Verified certificates are paid. Covers computer science, data science, programming, and much more.
Full edX review →Hacking with Swift
Hacking with Swift by Paul Hudson is the most popular free learning resource for Swift and iOS development. The 100 Days of Swift and 100 Days of SwiftUI courses take you from zero to shipping iOS apps with daily lessons, code-alongs, and end-of-week challenges.
Full Hacking with Swift review →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, edX or Hacking with Swift?
Both edX and Hacking with Swift offer strong free learning content. The best choice depends on your learning style and goals.
Is edX free to use?
edX offers free course access. Some features such as certificates may require payment. Check edX's website directly for current pricing.
Is Hacking with Swift free to use?
Hacking with Swift offers free course access. Some features such as certificates may require payment. Check Hacking with Swift's website directly for current pricing.