# DataCamp vs LumiQ

The clearest difference is ads: LumiQ at none against DataCamp's shown. LumiQ also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). DataCamp's advantage is ratings volume (4.8K vs 34). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DataCamp sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $35.00 per month and LumiQ sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for DataCamp against 4.9 for LumiQ. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DataCamp has 4.8K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of DataCamp's written reviews are positive against 80% of LumiQ's.

DataCamp ships an update fortnightly, LumiQ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | DataCamp | LumiQ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datacamp-learn-data-ai-code/id1263413087/reviews) | **[4.9 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumiq/id1435640999/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.8K** | 34 |
| Positive reviews | 72.2% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 82 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Datacamp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1263152552) | [LumiQ Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435376116) |

## What reviewers say

### DataCamp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/datacamp-learn-data-ai-code/id1263413087)

Learn in-demand coding and AI skills through interactive courses and real-world projects. Master languages like Python and SQL, and gain certifications to advance your career in data science and AI.

**Highlights:** Interactive coding courses, Real-world projects, AI-assisted learning, Professional certifications, Learn Python, SQL, R, AI, Mobile and desktop access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Mobile Subscription | $35.00 | per month |
| Standard Monthly Subscription | $43.00 | per month |
| Monthly Mobile Subscription | $69.99 | per month |
| Black Friday 2025 | $148.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $164.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $164.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $165.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Trial Subscription | $329.99 | per year |
| Standard Yearly Subscription | $329.99 | per year |
| Yearly Mobile Subscription | $350.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Incredible Learning Tool
- 🚀 State of the art
- 👍 Great app for learning
- 👍 Excellent app for learners
- 👍 Ease of learning and flash cards ❤️

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Datalab tab is gone ?
- 🐛 Unusable on iPad 10
- 🐛 Absolute trash, I hope you hate yourselves
- 🐛 My Library Problem
- 🐛 Such POOR experience

**Reported bugs**

- My Library Problem
- The app has worsened a lot
- App Crashing Immediately
- Ab stürzt beim öffnen direkt wieder ab. Erst beim erneuten runterladen funktioniert sie wieder.
- App has a delay while typing

**Requested features**

- Need flash cards for entire data science track please
- Wann Darkmode?
- Dark Mode
- SQL workspace has yet to be added


### LumiQ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumiq/id1435640999)

This platform offers professional education through engaging podcast conversations with industry experts. Learn from leaders at top companies and access exclusive content. Track your progress and centralize certificates easily.

**Highlights:** Expert-led podcast conversations, Exclusive industry content, Offline episode downloads, Progress tracking, Centralized certificates

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hours Package | $389.00 | one-time |
| 20 Credits Package | $499.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DataCamp free?

DataCamp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LumiQ free?

LumiQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, DataCamp or LumiQ?

LumiQ is rated higher. DataCamp averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4.8K ratings, while LumiQ averages 4.9 from 34 ratings.

### Do DataCamp or LumiQ have ads?

DataCamp shows ads; LumiQ does not.

### Which is updated more often, DataCamp or LumiQ?

DataCamp ships an update fortnightly, and LumiQ every 3 weeks. Most recently, DataCamp was updated on October 29, 2026 and LumiQ on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*