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Scratch

by MIT Media Lab · Cambridge, United States · Since 2007

Kids programming.

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Starting price
Free
Free trial / plan
Always free
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Deployment
Cloud
Web
App Advisor rating
4.4
transparency & India fit

What is Scratch?

Scratch is online course & coaching platforms from MIT Media Lab, based in Cambridge, United States and has been building software since 2007. Kids programming.

Course platforms let educators and coaching institutes sell recorded courses, run live classes and test series, and launch white-label apps. India's edtech boom created several strong domestic products alongside global course-hosting platforms.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

  • +Completely free to use
  • +19 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

  • Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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Scratch features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Scratch adds. Verify depth in a demo.

  • Course hosting with DRM video
  • Live classes and recordings
  • Test series and quizzes
  • White-label Android/iOS apps
  • Payments with UPI and EMI
  • Student community and doubt solving
  • Marketing and coupons
  • Analytics and completion tracking
  • Free plan to start without a card

Scratch pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How Scratch charges. Scratch is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on scratch.mit.edu.

Specifications

Category
Online course & coaching platforms
Vendor
MIT Media Lab
Headquarters
Cambridge, United States
Founded
2007
Pricing model
Free
Starting price
Free
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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Scratch — frequently asked questions

What is Scratch?+

Scratch is online course & coaching platforms by MIT Media Lab. Kids programming.

How much does Scratch cost?+

Scratch is free to use.

Does Scratch offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Scratch offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Scratch made in India?+

No. Scratch is developed by MIT Media Lab in Cambridge, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Scratch best suited for?+

Scratch suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for online course & coaching platforms.

What are the best alternatives to Scratch?+

Popular alternatives in online course & coaching platforms include Adda247, Allen Digital, Unacademy. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Scratch deployed?+

Scratch is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

About MIT Media Lab

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MIT Media Lab · Cambridge, United States · Founded 2007 · 1 product in our catalogue

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