LabEx
Browser-based labs for practical study in Linux, DevOps, cybersecurity, programming, and data science.
About LabEx
LabEx is a browser-based technical learning platform built around practice. Learners work in interactive environments and complete projects covering Linux, DevOps, cybersecurity, programming, and data science rather than relying mainly on video lessons. Skill trees organize the material into an ordered path, while Labby can answer technical questions and help debug code during a lab. The Free plan includes hands-on labs and three virtual machines per day, which is enough to test the workflow but may interrupt a longer study session. Pro includes more than 6,000 labs, unlimited virtual machines, over 2,000 challenge solutions, over 400 projects, completion certificates, and full Labby access. LabEx is most useful for people who want repeatable exercises without maintaining local machines. Frequent learners should compare that convenience with the annual price and the browser-based workflow.
Best for
Best use cases
Choose Free to sample labs when three virtual machines per day are sufficient.
Choose Pro for frequent study that would exceed the daily virtual-machine allowance.
Use certification paths when hands-on rehearsal matters more than passive video review.
Compare before choosing
Free lowers the entry cost but imposes a daily virtual-machine limit.
Pro removes the machine limit and expands content, but requires annual billing.
A local lab gives more control, while LabEx reduces setup and maintenance work.
Features
Practice Linux in a browser
Open a browser-based Linux terminal and complete guided command-line tasks without installing a hypervisor, downloading an operating-system image, or maintaining a local virtual machine. This gives beginners and occasional learners a repeatable practice environment while reducing setup time and the risk of changing their own computer.
Prepare for technical certifications
Follow hands-on paths related to RHCSA, RHCE, Linux+, CKA, CKAD, CKS, and LFCS objectives, then rehearse commands and operational tasks inside a working environment. The format suits candidates who need active practice alongside reading, though LabEx does not replace the official exam requirements or materials.
Build job-relevant project experience
Complete practical projects across DevOps, cybersecurity, programming, and data science to turn concepts into repeatable technical workflows. Learners can use these projects to practice troubleshooting and implementation in a hosted environment before attempting similar work on local or production systems.
Pros
- Browser-hosted environments avoid the cost and setup work of maintaining local virtual machines.
- A free plan provides genuine hands-on labs and three virtual machines per day without requiring a credit card.
- Structured skill trees and certification-focused labs connect practice to a clear learning sequence.
Cons
- The Free plan limits learners to three virtual machines per day, which can interrupt longer practice sessions.
- Pro is billed annually at $99.9, so users cannot choose a lower-cost monthly commitment from the listed plans.
- The evidence does not document offline access, so learners should expect browser-based workflows and an internet connection.
Pricing Plans
Free
- Free hands-on labs
- 3 virtual machines per day
Pro
- 6000+ hands-on labs
- Unlimited virtual machines
- 2000+ challenge solutions
- 400+ real-world projects
- Certificates of completion
- Full access to the Labby AI Assistant
Pro 2 Years
- Everything in Pro
- Two years of access
- 25% saving from the listed $199 price
* Pricing information is for reference only. Please refer to the latest announcement on LabEx's official website.