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9 Best Bar Prep Courses of 2026

This list is for law graduates and 3Ls studying for the bar exam who need to choose a full review course or a supplement. We compared documented features and published prices for nine options: full courses from Themis + UWorld, Kaplan, BARBRI, Helix and JD Advising, the lower-cost Studicata and BarPrepHero, and two multiple-choice tools, the UWorld MBE QBank and the AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator. Scores weigh features at 40 percent and ease of use and value at 30 percent each. Many jurisdictions are moving to the NextGen UBE by July 2028, so check that a course supports your exam format before you buy. Most vendors were running 2027 promotions in November 2026, so confirm the final price at checkout.

By the Mojolin research desk · Updated November 12, 2026 · 9 tools compared · Prices checked on vendor pages, latest November 12, 2026

Questions or corrections: editorial@mojolin.com

Mojolin is self-funded How we score

Themis + UWorld Bar Review is our top pick: for $2,195 paid in full it includes unlimited essay grading, an adaptive planner, NextGen prep and the full UWorld MBE QBank, and Themis publishes its pass rates by jurisdiction. Kaplan Bar Review is the strongest value among full courses, with Bar Review Complete at $1,299 and a repeat-free guarantee for first-time ABA graduates. BARBRI is the pick for print materials and bundled supplements, and Helix gives the longest runway at five months of access. Studicata and BarPrepHero are the cheapest ways to study, and the UWorld MBE QBank and AdaptiBar are add-ons for extra multiple-choice practice rather than full courses. We left out Quimbee because its bar product, SideBar Videos, is a supplement now sold mainly through BARBRI.

Top picks

Best overall

Themis + UWorld Bar Review

9.1 / 10

first-time takers who want a complete online course with published pass rates

Read the review →

Runner-up

Kaplan Bar Review

8.7 / 10

students who want a full course with a pass guarantee at a lower price

Read the review →

Also great

BARBRI Bar Review

8.6 / 10

students who want print books and supplements bundled in one course

Read the review →

Comparison table

#ToolPricingScore
1Themis + UWorld Bar Review$2,995 list; $2,195 when you pay full tuition now for a 2027 exam (limited-time $800 saving); $25 down locks in promotional tuition9.1
2Kaplan Bar ReviewBar Review Complete $1,299 (list $1,999); Bar Review Ultimate $1,999 (list $2,999); from $79 per month with Affirm8.7
3BARBRI Bar ReviewPremium Bar Review $2,399 for 2027 (original $2,999); Elite Bar Review $3,399 (original $3,999); installment plan available8.6
4Helix Bar ReviewSee vendor pricing (USD check pending)8.6
5Studicata Bar ReviewStudicata+ $29 per month; VIP+ with essay grading $99 per month; full UBE Bar Review $2,495 retail8.5
6BarPrepHeroSim MBE $119 once (regularly $149); Full MBE $319 (regularly $399); Full Bar $479 (regularly $599)8.4
7UWorld MBE QBank$449 for the February 2027 or July 2027 exam; $549 for July 2027 early prep with immediate access8.4
8AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator$495 per exam window; $395 for BARBRI Premium Bar Review students8.1
9JD AdvisingOn Demand Course $1,799.99 ($99.99 deposit locks the price); Accountability Program priced by consultation8.1

Scoring weights

Every tool gets three editorial scores out of 10, from vendor documentation, product pages and the published price. The overall score is the weighted average below, the same method on every list. Full method

Features40%
Ease of use30%
Value30%

The full ranking

  1. Rank 1 · Best overall

    Themis + UWorld Bar Review

    Online full bar review course, now sold as Themis + UWorld Legal, with an adaptive study planner, unlimited essay grading and the UWorld MBE QBank built in.

    themisbar.com

    9.1

    out of 10

    Best for: first-time takers who want a complete online course with published pass rates

    Themis Bar Review is now sold as Themis + UWorld Legal, and its full course bundles the Themis lectures and study planner with UWorld's MBE question bank. The course page lists 1,900+ MBE questions, 1,150+ of them licensed from the NCBE, plus NextGen-style multiple-choice questions and IQSets for jurisdictions moving to the NextGen UBE. Essay practice is unlimited: UGrader scores your answers and a dedicated attorney grader adds feedback. Lectures are cut into 15 to 20 minute chapters, and an adaptive calendar reschedules work as you fall behind or move ahead. Themis says it is the only national provider that publishes its pass rates in every jurisdiction where it sells a course, which lets you check results before you pay. Tuition for a 2027 exam is $2,995 list or $2,195 if you pay in full during the current promotion, and $25 down locks in promotional pricing. Access lasts four months, so students who want to start early should look at timing before buying.

    Standout feature

    Themis + UWorld Bar Review is the best choice for first-time takers because it includes unlimited essay grading and 1,150+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions for $2,195 paid in full.

    Use cases

    • 3Ls taking the July 2027 UBE

      Follow the adaptive study planner from March to July

      Outcome: A full course with unlimited graded essays for $2,195 paid in full

    • Students comparing providers

      Check jurisdiction pass rates before enrolling

      Outcome: A decision based on published results rather than marketing claims

    Key features

    • Integrated UWorld MBE QBank with 1,900+ MBE questions, including 1,150+ NCBE-licensed questions
    • Unlimited essay grading with UGrader plus a dedicated attorney grader
    • Personalized Study Planner with an adaptive calendar
    • Lectures split into 15 to 20 minute chapters, with outlines and quizzes on every testable subject
    • NextGen UBE prep with NextGen-style MCQs and IQSets

    Pros

    • Themis says it is the only national bar review that publishes pass rates in every jurisdiction
    • Paying in full for a 2027 exam cut tuition from $2,995 to $2,195 in November 2026
    • Each student gets a Personal Success Team: a local Themis Director, an Attorney Adviser and a dedicated essay grader

    Cons

    • Standard access is 4 months (March to July for a July exam)
    • Full price of $2,995 applies once promotions end
    • International and LL.M. version costs $3,895 list
  2. Rank 2 · Runner-up

    Kaplan Bar Review

    Full bar review course in two tiers, Complete and Ultimate, with on-demand classes, live seminars and unlimited writing grading.

    kaptest.com

    8.7

    out of 10

    Best for: students who want a full course with a pass guarantee at a lower price

    Kaplan sells two bar review tiers. Bar Review Complete, listed at $1,999 and on sale for $1,299 in November 2026, includes customizable study plans, exam-like practice tests with performance assessments, unlimited grading of writing assignments with an instant grading option, on-demand classes backed by live seminars, and 3,000+ exam-like MBE questions plus all released NCBE questions. Bar Review Ultimate, listed at $2,999 and on sale for $1,999, adds a dedicated Attorney Coach who checks in by text and three hours of one-on-one tutoring with a licensed attorney. Kaplan reports that 92% of its students who completed 75% of assigned practice passed the UBE on the first try, a figure limited to students who did most of the work. Its Bar Pass Guarantee lets first-time takers from ABA-approved schools repeat the course free if they fail. Financing starts at $79 per month through Affirm, which helps if you cannot pay the full fee up front.

    Standout feature

    Kaplan Bar Review is the best choice for students who want a guaranteed full course at a lower price because Bar Review Complete costs $1,299 with unlimited essay grading.

    Use cases

    • Graduates paying for bar prep themselves

      Buy Bar Review Complete during a sale and finance it with Affirm

      Outcome: A full course for $1,299 or from $79 per month

    • Students who need accountability

      Upgrade to Ultimate for an Attorney Coach

      Outcome: Weekly guidance plus 3 hours of private tutoring

    Key features

    • 3,000+ exam-like MBE questions plus all released NCBE questions
    • Unlimited writing assignment grading with an instant grading option
    • On-demand classes supported by live seminars and workshops
    • Customizable study plans and exam-like practice tests with performance assessments
    • Ultimate tier adds a dedicated Attorney Coach and 3 hours of private tutoring

    Pros

    • Complete tier was $1,299 in November 2026, the lowest full-course price from the three largest providers
    • Bar Pass Guarantee lets eligible first-time takers repeat the course for free
    • Financing from $79 per month or 0% APR with Affirm

    Cons

    • Guarantee is limited to first-time takers from ABA-approved law schools
    • Private tutoring and coaching require the $1,999 Ultimate tier
    • Kaplan's 92% pass rate covers only students who did 75% of assigned practice
  3. Rank 3 · Also great

    BARBRI Bar Review

    The longest-running national bar review, with a Personal Study Plan, Pass Predictor, print and digital materials and Premium or Elite tiers.

    barbri.com

    8.6

    out of 10

    Best for: students who want print books and supplements bundled in one course

    BARBRI sells its 2027 bar review in two tiers. Premium Bar Review, originally $2,999 and on sale for $2,399 in November 2026, includes 1,000+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions or NextGen question sets, simulated practice tests, a Pass Predictor, an adaptive Personal Study Plan that can schedule half days, unlimited essay feedback for legacy exams, 20 to 30 minute lectures, and both print and digital materials. Elite Bar Review, originally $3,999 and on sale for $3,399, adds the AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator, AdaptiBar Writing Guide, CriticalPass Cards and Quimbee SideBar Videos. Access runs at least four months, March to July for a July exam, with a paid upgrade to six months. The BARBRI Bar Review Guarantee lets students who complete the course and fail repeat it without additional tuition. An installment plan is available, though at least $1,000 must be paid before the course starts. BARBRI is the most expensive major course on this list, and much of the extra cost buys print books and bundled supplements.

    Standout feature

    BARBRI Bar Review is the best choice for students who want print materials and bundled supplements because Elite includes AdaptiBar, CriticalPass and Quimbee for $3,399.

    Use cases

    • Students who study best from printed outlines

      Use BARBRI's print and digital materials alongside the Personal Study Plan

      Outcome: A structured course with physical books for $2,399

    • Students who want every supplement at once

      Buy Elite Bar Review

      Outcome: AdaptiBar, CriticalPass and Quimbee tools bundled for $3,399

    Key features

    • 1,000+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions, or NextGen question sets
    • Adaptive Personal Study Plan with a customizable calendar, including half days
    • Simulated practice tests and a Pass Predictor
    • Unlimited essay feedback for legacy exams, expert feedback on NextGen written assignments
    • Print and digital course materials with 20 to 30 minute lectures

    Pros

    • Elite tier bundles AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator, AdaptiBar Writing Guide, CriticalPass Cards and Quimbee SideBar Videos
    • BARBRI Bar Review Guarantee lets you repeat the course without paying more tuition if you complete it and fail
    • BARBRI says 1.43+ million law students have passed the bar with its course

    Cons

    • Premium at $2,399 costs more than Themis or Kaplan's entry tiers
    • Supplements cost extra on the Premium tier
    • Course access is 4+ months unless you pay to upgrade to 6 months
  4. Rank 4

    Helix Bar Review

    Bar review from AccessLex Institute with UBE, California, Florida and NextGen courses that open five months before the exam.

    helixbarreview.org

    8.6

    out of 10

    Best for: students who want a long study runway and physical books included

    Helix Bar Review is published by AccessLex Institute and sells comprehensive courses for the UBE, California, Florida and the NextGen UBE, plus Helix LL.M. for foreign-trained lawyers. Every course opens five months before the exam, longer than the four-month windows at Themis and BARBRI, and Helix provides recommended study schedules for 10, 12, 16 and 20 weeks with an adaptive Study Plan that updates as you go. Practice combines official NCBE questions with questions written by Helix's law professor panels, and essays and performance tests come from released bar exams. Each comprehensive course ships a Helix Book Bundle that you keep, includes the Helix XP question bank, and offers free one-on-one coaching calls with a licensed Attorney Director. Helix reports a 90% pass rate on the July 2025 UBE. Its course pages do not list tuition, so we could not confirm a current price; the Switch and Save program advertises up to $275 off for students moving from another provider.

    Standout feature

    Helix Bar Review is the best choice for students who want a longer runway because its courses open five months before the exam and include a Helix Book Bundle.

    Use cases

    • Working graduates who need a longer schedule

      Follow Helix's 20-week study schedule

      Outcome: Steadier weekly workload over five months of access

    • Students who already paid a deposit elsewhere

      Use Helix Switch and Save

      Outcome: Up to $275 off a Helix course

    Key features

    • Courses for the UBE, California, Florida and the NextGen UBE
    • Courses open five months before the exam, with 10, 12, 16 and 20 week study schedules
    • Helix Book Bundle of physical books included, with no deposit or return
    • Helix XP question bank for custom quizzes at no extra cost
    • Free coaching calls with a licensed Attorney Director and graded written assignments

    Pros

    • Helix reports a 90% pass rate on the July 2025 UBE
    • AccessLex collaborated with the NCBE on official NextGen UBE practice questions
    • Switch and Save offers up to $275 off for students who put a deposit down elsewhere

    Cons

    • Tuition is not published on the course pages, so you must enroll or contact Helix to see it
    • Fewer jurisdiction-specific courses than the national providers (UBE, California, Florida, NextGen)
    • No published question count for its multiple-choice bank
  5. Rank 5

    Studicata Bar Review

    Video-first law school and bar prep with a $29 per month Studicata+ subscription and a full UBE Bar Review course.

    studicata.com

    8.5

    out of 10

    Best for: self-studiers who want low-cost video lectures and a large practice bank

    Studicata started as a video library for law students and now sells bar prep at three levels. Studicata+, at $29 per month, includes 180+ on-demand lectures with 100+ hours of teaching, outlines, 15,000 multiple-choice questions and 1,200 practice essays with explanations and performance tracking. VIP+, at $99 per month, adds personalized grading on real law school and bar exam essays. The full UBE Bar Review is a one-time purchase listed at $2,495 retail; it adds an adaptive study plan and NCBE-released MBE, MEE and MPT questions, and includes lifetime Studicata+ access. When we checked, the page still showed a $1,095 Early Enrollment price that it said ended October 30, 2026, so confirm the price at checkout. The full course is built for the current UBE and is not a NextGen course. For most students, Studicata+ works best as a cheap supplement to a full course or as a second pass for retakers.

    Standout feature

    Studicata is the best choice for budget self-studiers because Studicata+ includes 180+ video lectures and 15,000 practice questions for $29 per month.

    Use cases

    • Retakers who already own outlines

      Rewatch weak subjects and drill questions with Studicata+

      Outcome: Targeted review for $29 per month

    • Students who need essay feedback

      Subscribe to VIP+ in the final weeks

      Outcome: Personalized essay grading for $99 per month

    Key features

    • 180+ on-demand video lectures and 100+ hours of instruction in Studicata+
    • 15,000 multiple-choice questions and 1,200 practice essays
    • VIP+ adds personalized grading on real law school and bar exam essays
    • Full UBE Bar Review course with an adaptive study plan and lifetime Studicata+
    • Licensed NCBE-released MBE, MEE and MPT questions in the full course

    Pros

    • Studicata+ costs $29 per month and can be canceled anytime
    • Full course is a one-time purchase that includes lifetime Studicata+ access
    • Bar Blitz videos give quick reviews of each tested subject

    Cons

    • Full UBE course covers the current UBE, not the NextGen exam
    • Retail price of $2,495 for the full course is close to the big providers
    • Studicata+ has no free trial
  6. Rank 6

    BarPrepHero

    One-payment MBE and legacy UBE practice plans with NCBE-licensed questions, an AI tutor and lifetime access.

    barprephero.com

    8.4

    out of 10

    Best for: legacy UBE takers who want cheap practice with a refund guarantee

    BarPrepHero sells one-payment practice plans instead of a lecture course. The Full Bar plan, $479 once and regularly $599, includes 1,300+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions, 600+ simulated MBE questions, every official MEE essay and MPT test released by the NCBE, official MBE one-page outlines, 1,600+ flashcards and unlimited timed MBE simulations. Full MBE drops the essay and performance test material for $319, and Sim MBE offers 600+ simulated questions with no licensed questions for $119. All paid plans include the Bar Exam Genie AI tutor and lifetime access. The Full plans carry a refund guarantee: complete the required practice tests within 30 days of the exam, fail, and send official results within 30 days to get the plan price back. The plans cover the legacy MBE and UBE only, so NextGen takers should look elsewhere. There are no lectures or attorney essay graders, which makes it a supplement or a second attempt tool for most students.

    Standout feature

    BarPrepHero is the best choice for budget legacy UBE takers because its Full Bar plan includes 1,300+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions and a refund guarantee for $479 once.

    Use cases

    • Repeat takers with weak MBE scores

      Drill licensed MBE questions with the Full MBE plan

      Outcome: 1,900+ questions with lifetime access for $319

    • Students supplementing a full course

      Add Sim MBE for extra timed practice

      Outcome: 600+ simulated questions for $119

    Key features

    • Full plans include 1,300+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions and 600+ simulated questions
    • Full Bar adds every official MEE essay and MPT test released by NCBE
    • Bar Exam Genie AI tutor explains answers and gives hints
    • Unlimited MBE exam simulations and 1,600+ online flashcards
    • Readiness Meter estimates passing probability after every question

    Pros

    • Full Bar costs $479 once with lifetime access
    • Full plans carry a 100% refund if you complete the required work and fail
    • Free tier includes 60 simulated MBE questions

    Cons

    • Plans support the legacy MBE and UBE format, not NextGen
    • No video lectures or human essay grading
    • Sim MBE at $119 has no NCBE-licensed questions and no guarantee
  7. Rank 7

    UWorld MBE QBank

    Standalone MBE question bank with 1,900+ questions, detailed explanations, flashcards and a mobile app.

    legal.uworld.com

    8.4

    out of 10

    Best for: students who want more MBE practice on top of any course

    The UWorld MBE QBank is a standalone multiple-choice bank for students who already have a course or only need MBE practice. Each plan includes 1,900+ MBE questions, 1,150+ of them licensed from the NCBE, unlimited practice tests you can build by subject, subtopic or tag, one self-assessment, customizable flashcards, a digital notebook and the UWorld mobile app for iOS and Android. The February 2027 plan costs $449 with immediate access through February 26, 2027; the July 2027 plan costs $449 for March 1 to July 31, or $549 for immediate access starting now. UWorld's explanations link to related subtopics, and you can copy images and charts from explanations into flashcards. The bank covers only the MBE, so you still need essay and performance test practice elsewhere. If you buy Themis + UWorld Bar Review, the QBank is already included, so do not buy it twice.

    Standout feature

    UWorld MBE QBank is the best choice for extra MBE practice because it includes 1,900+ questions, 1,150+ of them NCBE-licensed, for $449.

    Use cases

    • BARBRI or Kaplan students wanting more MBE questions

      Add the QBank for the final two months

      Outcome: 1,900+ extra questions for $449

    • Commuters

      Practice questions and flashcards in the mobile app

      Outcome: Progress synced across phone and desktop

    Key features

    • 1,900+ MBE questions, including 1,150+ licensed NCBE questions
    • Unlimited customizable practice tests by subject, subtopic or tag
    • One self-assessment (not included in NextGen state packages)
    • Customizable flashcards and a digital My Notebook
    • iOS and Android app with synced progress

    Pros

    • $449 buys access through the exam date
    • Explanations link to related subtopics for review
    • Already included in the Themis + UWorld full course

    Cons

    • Covers the MBE only, no essays or performance tests
    • Access ends with the exam window you buy
    • NextGen state packages do not include a self-assessment
  8. Rank 8

    AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator

    Adaptive multiple-choice simulator with NCBE-licensed MBE and NextGen questions, now sold by BARBRI.

    adaptibar.com

    8.1

    out of 10

    Best for: students targeting a higher MBE score with adaptive practice

    AdaptiBar's MCQ Simulator is a multiple-choice practice tool that BARBRI now sells as a supplement. It uses questions licensed from the NCBE across all tested subjects and a patented adaptive algorithm that shifts practice toward the subjects and question types where you lose points. Dashboards report accuracy by subject and subtopic, timing, and how you compare with other users nationally, and you can run guided sets, custom exams or full simulated exams on desktop or in the mobile app. For the NextGen UBE, it offers 290 licensed NextGen MCQs, including select-two and partial credit formats across the eight foundational subjects. The simulator costs $495 per exam window, or $395 for students enrolled in BARBRI Premium Bar Review, and it is already included in BARBRI's Elite tier. Access follows fixed windows of March 1 to July 31 or August 1 to February 28. Because it covers only multiple choice, treat it as an add-on to a full course.

    Standout feature

    AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator is the best choice for adaptive multiple-choice practice because it adjusts to your weak areas and includes 290 licensed NextGen MCQs for $495.

    Use cases

    • BARBRI Premium students

      Add the simulator at the student price

      Outcome: Adaptive MBE practice for $395

    • NextGen takers

      Practice select-two and partial credit question formats

      Outcome: 290 licensed NextGen MCQs across 8 subjects

    Key features

    • NCBE-licensed multiple-choice questions spanning all tested subjects
    • Patented adaptive algorithm that targets weak subjects and question types
    • Performance dashboards with subject accuracy, timing feedback and national comparisons
    • 290 licensed NextGen MCQs with select-two and partial credit formats
    • Mobile app for practice on the go

    Pros

    • Covers both the legacy MBE and the NextGen UBE
    • Free Test Drive before you buy
    • Included in BARBRI's Elite Bar Review tier

    Cons

    • Multiple-choice only, no essays or lectures
    • Access windows are fixed: March 1 to July 31, or August 1 to February 28
    • Question count for the legacy MBE is not published on the product page
  9. Rank 9

    JD Advising

    Bar exam tutoring company with an On Demand bar review course, an Accountability Program and outlines.

    jdadvising.com

    8.1

    out of 10

    Best for: students who want attorney-graded essays and the option of heavy tutoring

    JD Advising is best known for private bar tutoring, and it sells two course paths built around that strength. The On Demand Course, priced at $1,799.99, includes a full on-demand bar review course, tailored outlines, 10 essays graded by attorneys, and real NCBE MBE, MEE and MPT questions. JD Advising says students get 1,300+ real NCBE questions and 150 Civil Procedure questions written in house, and its outlines flag which rules have been tested and when. The Accountability Program adds live instruction, a customized study plan, 40+ hours of one-on-one tutoring, three to five graded essays per week, simulated exams and mastery classes, with a pass guarantee subject to terms; its price requires a call. A $99.99 deposit locks in On Demand pricing, and students who enroll before December 1 for a February exam join the Early Bar Prep program. JD Advising reports an 88.88% pass rate on its own results page.

    Standout feature

    JD Advising is the best choice for students who want tutoring built in because its Accountability Program includes 40+ hours of 1:1 tutoring and 3 to 5 graded essays a week.

    Use cases

    • Repeat takers who need structure

      Enroll in the Accountability Program

      Outcome: 40+ hours of tutoring and weekly graded essays

    • Self-paced first-time takers

      Use the On Demand Course and outlines

      Outcome: A full course with 10 attorney-graded essays for $1,799.99

    Key features

    • Full on-demand bar review course with tailored outlines
    • 10 graded essays with attorney feedback in the On Demand Course
    • 1,300+ real NCBE questions plus 150 JD Advising Civil Procedure questions
    • Accountability Program adds 40+ hours of 1:1 tutoring and 3 to 5 graded essays a week
    • Early Bar Prep program for students who enroll before December 1 for February

    Pros

    • $99.99 deposit locks in the $1,799.99 price
    • Outlines show which rules have been tested and when
    • Accountability Program includes a pass guarantee, subject to terms

    Cons

    • On Demand Course has no live instruction
    • Only 10 graded essays in the On Demand Course
    • Accountability Program price is not published

Buying guide

How to choose

Confirm your exam format first

Jurisdictions must move to the NextGen UBE no later than the July 2028 administration, according to Helix's FAQ citing the NCBE. Themis + UWorld, Kaplan, BARBRI, Helix and AdaptiBar sell NextGen prep, while BarPrepHero's plans and Studicata's full UBE course cover only the current format.

Decide between a full course and a supplement

Full courses from Themis + UWorld ($2,195), Kaplan ($1,299), BARBRI ($2,399) and JD Advising ($1,799.99) teach the law with lectures and outlines and grade your essays. Question banks such as the UWorld MBE QBank ($449) and the AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator ($495) only add multiple-choice practice, so pair them with a course.

Count graded essays

Essay feedback is where courses differ most. Themis + UWorld and Kaplan grade unlimited essays, BARBRI grades unlimited essays for legacy exams, JD Advising's On Demand Course grades 10, and BarPrepHero has no human grading at all.

Check access length and start dates

Themis + UWorld and BARBRI give about four months of access, from March for a July exam. Helix opens five months before the exam, and BarPrepHero and Studicata's full course include lifetime access.

Read the guarantee terms

Kaplan lets first-time takers from ABA-approved schools repeat the course free if they fail, BARBRI lets students who complete the course repeat it without new tuition, and BarPrepHero refunds its Full plans if you finish the required practice tests and fail.

Frequently asked questions

+What is the best bar prep course?

Themis + UWorld Bar Review is the best bar prep course for most students. It costs $2,195 paid in full for a 2027 exam (list $2,995) and includes unlimited essay grading and 1,900+ MBE questions, 1,150+ of them licensed from the NCBE. Themis says it is the only national course that publishes pass rates in every jurisdiction.

+What is the best bar exam prep course in 2026?

Themis + UWorld is the best bar exam prep course in 2026, with Kaplan Bar Review the best value. Kaplan's Bar Review Complete cost $1,299 in November 2026 (list $1,999) and includes 3,000+ exam-like MBE questions plus all released NCBE questions and unlimited writing grading.

+How much does a bar prep course cost?

A full bar prep course costs about $1,300 to $3,400. In November 2026 Kaplan Bar Review Complete cost $1,299, JD Advising's On Demand Course $1,799.99, Themis + UWorld $2,195 paid in full, and BARBRI $2,399 for Premium or $3,399 for Elite.

+Is Themis or BARBRI better for the bar exam?

Themis + UWorld is better for most students on price and essay grading, while BARBRI is better if you want print books. Themis costs $2,195 paid in full with unlimited essay grading; BARBRI Premium costs $2,399 and includes print and digital materials and 1,000+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions.

+What is the cheapest bar prep that still works?

BarPrepHero's Full Bar plan is the cheapest complete legacy UBE practice option at $479 once. It includes 1,300+ NCBE-licensed MBE questions, every released MEE and MPT, lifetime access and a refund if you complete the required work and fail. Studicata+ costs $29 per month for 180+ video lectures.

+Do I need an MBE question bank if I buy a full course?

Usually no, because every full course on this list includes licensed MBE questions. Students who want more practice can add the UWorld MBE QBank for $449 or the AdaptiBar MCQ Simulator for $495, but Themis + UWorld already includes the UWorld QBank.

+Which bar prep courses offer a pass guarantee?

Kaplan, BARBRI and BarPrepHero offer pass guarantees. Kaplan and BARBRI let eligible students repeat the course free after a failed attempt, and BarPrepHero refunds its Full Bar ($479) and Full MBE ($319) plans when you complete the required practice and send official results.

About this list

Updated November 12, 2026 by the Mojolin research desk. Mojolin is self-funded

Questions or corrections: editorial@mojolin.com

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