Design Fundamentals vs UI Collective Academy

Comparing the features of Design Fundamentals to UI Collective Academy

Feature
Design Fundamentals
UI Collective Academy

Capability Features

Academy Features
Exclusive courses & premium downloads10+ strategic case study frameworks150+ real interview questionsAll learning pathsAll upcoming updates
Accountability Period
6-week accountability
All Future Releases
Basic Design System
Collective Kit Components
60
Collective Kit Variants
1000
Comprehensive Companion Guide
Continuously Updated Case Studies
Course Access Duration
Forever
Course Hours
Advanced Design System: 6+ hoursAI in Design: 2+ hoursGetting Hired in Design: 3 hours
Course Library
Advanced Design SystemAI in DesignGetting Hired in Design
Design Questions For Free
Design System Audits
Downloadable Cheatsheets
Downloadable Material
Free Community Features
Access to community discussionsExclusive savingsPeer feedback and reviewsPortfolio sharing spaceExclusive free downloadsShareable community certificate
Full Video Commentary
Icon Sets Included
2
Illustration Library
Lessons Per Course
Advanced Design System: 25 lessonsAI in Design: 18 lessonsGetting Hired in Design: 6 lessons
Lifetime Access
Minimum Completion Time
2 weeks
Number of Case Studies
10
Number of Interview Questions
150
Number of Modules
6
Number of Premium Lessons
40
Number of Video Lessons
28
Office Hours
Personal Feedback
Portfolio Reviews
Premium Downloads
Private Community Access
Regular Content Updates
Self-Paced Access
Tool Agnostic
UI Component Library
Unlimited Updates
Upgrade From Free
Variable Starter Library
Worksheets and Cheatsheets

Integration Features

Private Slack Channel
Slack Integration
Supported Design Tools
PhotoshopSketchChromeGimpIllustrator

Limitation Features

Beta Status
No Abstract Theory
No Trend-Driven Design
Not for Passive Learners
Not for Self-Taught Designers

Other Features

Target Audience
DevelopersProduct BuildersClient-facing ProfessionalsComplete Beginners
Trusted by Top Companies
GoogleMetaAppleAirbnbFigma

Pricing Features

Academy Membership Price
$149 one-time
Founding Member Special
Save $400
Free Tier
No Free Tier
No Subscription Required
One-Time Price
Parity Discounts
Price
$299 USD
Refund Policy
30 days