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Comparison Table of the Major LSAT Prep Companies
We built this as a way to help determine which course is best for you based solely on the objective offerings.
We haven't done all of the classes, but we have taken a fair share of standardized tests. Our guess is that different courses have different strengths. One may be the best for going from a 145 to 160, while another is ideal for those looking to bump from 172 to 176.
The only way we can build these tools is to get information from you. If you take one, come back and let us know how it helped so we can use some nerd math (like Machine Learning AKA what Jarron paid a bunch of money to learn at MIT) to make recommendations for others.
"On-Demand Content" means that you get access to a bunch of stuff like videos, tools, and forums. These classes are typically the least expensive. The thing you do not get is a live teacher. Not having a teacher is not all bad because you can pause videos and take your time. Some of the companies also have forums or access to instructors you can email with specific questions.
| Company | Company Pitch |
LSD User Review Score |
Cost | How long do I get access to materials? | LSAC Prep Plus Required |
LSAC Prep Plus Included |
Amount of On-Demand Videos |
Method of delivery for course materials: | Additional Shipping Cost | Instructor Brag |
Financing Options | Need or merit based scholarships/discounts | Money-back Guarantee | Forum for students and instructors | Analytics of Student Answers |
Other Support for Users |
Where to Find It |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerScore |
PowerScore is known for their best-selling LSAT Bible publications and effective techniques/strategies. | hidden on production | $155 plus $195 per month | You keep access as long as you keep paying | Access to 10, 3-hour recordings of their live course & 55+ Hours of Videos |
Hard Copy and Online Access | $0 | 99th Percentile Scorers | Online Student Center Resources | Check out PowerScore's On-Demand course | |||||||
| Khan Academy | Free test prep created in collaboration with LSAC | hidden on production | Free | Forever | No, but you only get 12-Practice Tests | N/A | Around 30x ~6 minute videos | Online Only | N/A | Platform created in collaboration with LSAC | None | Check out Khan Academy's LSAT course | |||||
| TestMax | Improve scores without high course bills or time wasted in generic courses | hidden on production | $595 $995 $1495 |
60 Days 180 Days 365 Days |
400+ Hours of Videos | Hard Copy and Online Access | $0 | 99th Percentile Scorers | Daily Office Hours with Instructors 1 Hour of Free Tutoring |
Check out TestMax's On-Demand Course | |||||||
| Magoosh | Inexpensive self-study course with a robust mobile interface | hidden on production | $299 | 12-Months (You can pay $20 less and only get it for a month) |
90+ Video Strategy lessons 800+ questions with video answers |
All Online | N/A | "Expert Instructors" | 24/7 email support from remote tutors | Check out Magoosh's On-Demand Course | |||||||
| 7Sage | Thousands of HD videos explaining everything you need to master the LSAT. | hidden on production | $69 /Month $599/Year |
You keep access as long as you keep paying | 50+ hours of video lessons | All Online | N/A | "Developed by two Harvard Law School grads" | Video explanations for how to handle every modern question, and every logic game ever released | Check out 7Sage's On-Demand Course | |||||||
| Kaplan | Kaplan is a massive test preparation company, operating for over a decade | hidden on production | $700 | 4 Months | $99/Year |
180+ Hours of live and on-demand lessons on the LSAT Channel | Hard Copy and online access | ~$25 | "Experts" | Over 300 customizable quizzes Access to the LSAT Channel where there are live teacher led lessons 6-days a week |
Check out Kaplan's On-Demand Course | ||||||
| Blueprint | Uniquely entertaining lessons and instructors teaching visually stunning videos | hidden on production | $249 $699 $999 $1499 |
Monthly 3 Months 6 Months 12 Months |
$99/Year |
68+ interactive learning modules with tons of lessons in each | All Online | N/A | 99th Percentile Scorers |
Unlimited access to Live Office Hours with an LSAT expert, 6 days a week LSAT Study Plan tool that instantly creates your perfect study calendar |
Check out Blueprint's On-Demand course | ||||||
| The Princeton Review | Great guarantees, such as "score a 165+ or your money back" |
hidden on production |
$799 | 12 Months | 150+ Hours | Hard Copy and online access | ~$25 | "Experts" | Lots of Practice tests and drills | Check out The Princeton Review's On-Demand Course |
"Live Courses - Online" are ones that are taught in real time by a real person. They are great for people who want to have a teacher and a very set schedule. Some people love being in a class and some think that it is too generic. They are a little more expensive than On-Demand Content.
COVID Note: Some of the companies below also offer in person classes in select cities. However, due to COVID there aren't as many as usual. Once things go back to normal, we will add a tab for "Live Courses - In Person"
| Company for Prep | Company Pitch |
LSD User Review Score |
Cost | How long do I get access to materials? | LSAC Prep Plus Require |
LSAC Prep Plus Included | Amount of interactive live courses |
Amount of On-Demand Videos |
Method of delivery for course materials: | Additional Shipping Cost | Instructor Brag |
Financing Options |
Need or merit based scholarships | Money-back Guarantee | Forum for discussion with instructors and other students? | Analytics of Student Answers | Other Support for Users |
Where to Find it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Princeton Review 165+ Course |
Great guarantees, such as "score a 165+ or your money back" |
hidden on production | $1699 | 12 Months | 84 Hours | 150+ Hours | Hard Copy and Online Access | ~$25 | Experts | Lots of Practice tests and drills | Check out Princeton Review's Live 165+ Course | |||||||
The Princeton Review Fundamentals Course |
Great guarantees, such as "score a 165+ or your money back" |
hidden on production | $1049 | 12 Months | 30 Hours | 150+ Hours | Hard Copy and Online Access | ~$25 | Experts | Lots of Practice tests and drills | Check out Princeton Review's Live Fundamentals Course | |||||||
| PowerScore | PowerScore is known for their best-selling LSAT Bible publications and effective techniques/strategies. | hidden on production | $1395 | 120 days | 30 Hours |
100+ Hours | Hard Copy and Online Access | $0 | 170+ | Personalized Online Center & weekly clinics | Check out PowerScore's Live Course | |||||||
| Kaplan Standard Course |
Kaplan is a massive test preparation company, operating for over a decade | hidden on production | $1200 | 12 Months | 32 Hours | 180+ Hours | Hard Copy and online access | ~$50 | Experts | "Guidance from a team of LSAT Experts" Over 300 customizable quizzes |
Check out Kalan's Live Course | |||||||
| Kaplan Boot Camp |
Kaplan is a massive test preparation company, operating for over a decade | hidden on production | $3900 | 4 Months | 140 Hours | 180+ Hours | Hard Copy and online access | ~$50 | Experts | 8-hours of 1-on-1 tutoring "Guidance from a team of LSAT Experts" Over 300 customizable quizzes |
Check out Kaplan's Live Bootcamp |
Tutoring is exactly what it sounds like, 1-on-1 support. You pay per hour and pretty much always get a discount for buying more. Tutoring is definitely the most expensive option, but you get the most specialized support. If you are thinking about getting tutoring, but you can't pay for many hours, then the most important times are at the beginning of end of your studying. Beginning to make a plan, and towards the end to get specific instruction.
| Company for Prep | Company Pitch |
LSD User Review Score |
Total Cost | Cost per Hour | LSAC Prep Plus Include |
Financing Options |
Instructor Brag |
You can choose your instructor |
Online and in-person options |
Discounts | Where to Find it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerScore | Personalized 1-on-1 assistance and extensive study materials to use between sessions |
hidden on production page | $175/hr $800/5-hrs $1500/10-hrs $2800/20-hrs $3900/30-hrs $5000/40-hrs $7200/60-hrs |
$175/hr $160/hr $150/hr $140/hr $130/hr $125/hr $120/hr |
170+ | Students can request a specific instructor |
Current and returning course students receive a 20% discount off of all tutoring options | Check out PowerScore Tutoring | |||
| 7Sage | Data-driven study plans tailored for each client | hidden on production page | $999/5-hrs $1,899/10-hrs $3,599/20-hrs |
$199/hr $189/hr $179/hr |
99th Percentile | Online Only | Check out 7Sage Tutoring | ||||
| The Princeton Review |
Great guarantees, such as "score a 165+ or your money back" |
hidden on production | $1800/10-hrs $4000/24-hrs |
$180/hr $167/hr |
Experts | You can get a new one after the first session | Check out Princeton Review Tutoring | ||||
| Kaplan |
Kaplan is a massive test preparation company, operating for over a decade | hidden on production | $2300/10-hrs $3200/20-hrs $4000/30-hrs $4900/40-hrs |
$230/hr $160/hr $134/hr $123/hr |
Experts | Online Only | Included online course is $1200 if purchased separately |
Check out Kaplan Tutoring |
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| TestMax |
Improve scores without high course bills or time wasted in generic courses | hidden on production | $200/hr $1795/10-hrs $3395/20-hrs $4795/30-hrs $7495/50-hrs |
$200/hr $180/hr $170/hr $160/hr $150/hr |
99th Percentile | You can switch whenever you want | Online Only | Check out TestMax Tutoring | |||
| Blueprint |
Uniquely entertaining lessons and instructors teaching visually stunning videos | hidden on production | For 98th percentile tutor: $2399/16-hrs $3399/24-hrs $5399/40hrs For 175+ tutor: $3800/16-hrs $5600/24-hrs $9200/40hrs |
For 98th percentile tutor: $150/hr $142/hr $135/hr For 175+ tutor: $238/hr $234/hr $230/hr |
98th Percentile or 175+ depending on the package |
But it is the only one we found where you can pay more to get a higher scorer |
Online Only | 4-6 months of on-demand course included ($249 value) | Check out Blueprint Tutoring |