We compared 4 online pmp certification prep programs available to US learners. 4 of them have a full editorial score so far, built from five published criteria. Published prices range from $495 to $2,499.
Ordered by our editorial score, never by commission. Filters only hide programs; they don't change the order.
Professionals who need the 35 PMP contact hours through live classes, with a large bank of practice questions.
PMP candidates who prefer story-based, gamified lessons with an AI tutor and an included exam simulator.
IT service management and project professionals who want instructor-led, exam-focused ITIL or PMP boot camps.
Professionals who want standards-based Six Sigma (Yellow to Black Belt) certification with a verifiable directory listing.
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| Program | Score | Price | Duration | Format | Accreditation | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | $699 – $999 | 35 contact hours of live instructor-led training plus lifetime self-paced e-learning access. | Hybrid | PMI partner (Authorized Training Partner, per Simplilearn). | — | |
| 8.7 | — | Provides 35 education hours (PMP); 6 months of access on some packages. | Self-paced | — | Free 7-day trial. | |
| 8.5 | $495 – $2,499 | 1 to 10 days of live online training, or on-demand options. | Live online | PeopleCert Gold Partner; accredited ITIL, PMP and PRINCE2 programs (per the provider). | — | |
| 8.3 | $795 – $1,990 | Self-paced. | Self-paced | — | — |
“—” means the information was not published or not yet checked. Data from official program pages, last checked October 5, 2026.
Based on our editorial score, Simplilearn (Simplilearn PMP Certification Training) ranks first at 8.8/10. Best for: Professionals who need the 35 PMP contact hours through live classes, with a large bank of practice questions.
Among the programs we checked that publish a price, prices run from $495 to $2,499. Prices change often, so check the official site before you enroll.
We rank programs by an editorial score built from five criteria (curriculum, credibility, value, flexibility and support). Affiliate commissions never influence the order. Programs we have not scored yet are listed after scored ones.