Peloton is ideal for users seeking structured fitness programs with live classes and community engagement, while MasterClass is better suited for those interested in learning from experts in various fields through on-demand video lessons.
| Attribute | Peloton All-Access Membership | MasterClass Subscription |
|---|---|---|
| Variety of workout types | cycling, strength training, yoga, cardio, meditation, running, walking, Pilates, and barre | Not available |
| Instructor quality and personality | energetic and motivating | A-list instructors and experts in their respective fields. Instructors include celebrities and industry leaders. The instructors are generally good at explaining their process. |
| Live class availability and schedule | live streaming classes from New York and London studios; schedule can be found on the Peloton app, website, and on Peloton equipment | MasterClass Live, available on the brand's YouTube channel, which features several live recordings with stars. |
| On-demand class library size | unlimited access to a growing library of on-demand classes | 200+ classes across 11 categories |
| Skill level suitability | Classes are designed for all users, with modifications offered for different fitness levels | Every class has been designed to be accessible for people with little to no experience and advanced students alike. |
| Music integration and selection | users can like and save songs from workouts to their playlists; search function to find classes based on music genre or specific artists | Not available |
| Community features and engagement | leaderboard, tags to connect with other members, and the ability to send high fives; developing new community-focused features | Offers access to a members-only community. There are members-only forums where you can engage with other people doing the course. Some students take full advantage of the community feature, giving feedback and actively participating. |
| Equipment requirements | Peloton Bike, Bike+, Tread, or Row | Not available |
| Accessibility features | subtitles | MasterClass provides accessibility through its app, allowing streaming anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. |
| Price and subscription model | $44 per month, plus applicable taxes | MasterClass offers three annual subscription plans: Standard: $120 USD annually (about $10 USD a month), streaming on one device at a time, no offline downloads. Plus: $180 USD annually (about $15 USD a month), streaming on two devices simultaneously, includes offline downloads. Premium: $240 USD annually (about $20 USD a month), streaming on up to six devices simultaneously, includes offline downloads. |
| Offline content availability | It is unclear if the All-Access Membership allows for downloading content for offline use. | Downloading content for offline viewing is available with the Plus and Premium plans, but not with the Standard plan. You can download select video lessons from a Masterclass course for offline viewing on your Android device, iPhone, or iPad. |
| Integration with other fitness trackers/apps | integrates with fitness trackers like Apple Watch and other devices via Bluetooth | Not available |