MasterClass review — 2026
★★★☆☆ Overall score: 3/5
Celebrity instructors. Premium production. Best for inspiration + craft learning from icons.
Monthly: $0.00/mo
Annual (first year): $120.00/year
Annual (renewal): $180.00/year
Money-back: 30 days
Annual (first year): $120.00/year
Annual (renewal): $180.00/year
Money-back: 30 days
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Protection
| Malware detection rate | 0% |
|---|---|
| False-positive rate | n/a |
| AV-TEST score | n/a |
| Real-time protection | ✓ |
| Ransomware protection | ✗ |
| Firewall | ✗ |
Bundled features
| VPN included | ✗ |
|---|---|
| Password manager | ✗ |
| Parental controls | ✗ |
| Dark web monitoring | ✗ |
| Identity theft protection | ✗ |
| Cloud backup | ✗ |
Compatibility
| Devices covered | Web + Mobile + TV |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV |
Our review
MasterClass is the right pick for craft and inspiration learning from icons. Beautiful production. Not the right pick if you want job skills or certifications — choose Coursera for that. Best as a gift or for personal enrichment.
Pros
- Instructors include Aaron Sorkin, Gordon Ramsay, Serena Williams, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson
- Cinematic production quality (8K, professional lighting/sound)
- Family-friendly (TV apps for shared learning)
- Strong for inspiration + craft fundamentals
- 30-day refund window
Cons
- Not practical skill training (more inspiration/craft)
- Annual-only billing (no monthly)
- Renewal price spike from $120 to $180
- Limited if you want actionable career skills