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Head-to-head · Test Preparation Software

Kaplan Test Prep vs ACT Test Preparation

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Kaplan Test Prep #1 in Test Preparation Software 8.9/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Kaplan
ACT Test Preparation #4 in Test Preparation Software 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 5 features Visit ACT

Kaplan Test Prep leads on 0 checks, ACT Test Preparation on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKaplan Test Prep · 8.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresKaplan Test Prep · 1 of 5

Kaplan Test Prep scores higher on our rubric for test preparation software: 8.9 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

Kaplan Test Prep is the better fit for learners preparing for more than one exam type. ACT Test Preparation is the better fit for ACT candidates seeking official prep options.

  • Kaplan Test Prep fits best

    Learners preparing for more than one exam type

  • ACT Test Preparation fits best

    ACT candidates seeking official prep options

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Side by side

Feature Kaplan Test Prep 8.9/10 Visit ↗ ACT Test Preparation 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.6
Ranking #1 in Test Preparation Software #4 in Test Preparation Software
Best for Learners preparing for more than one exam type ACT candidates seeking official prep options
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan $179 one-time
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Features Kaplan Test Prep 1/5 · ACT Test Preparation 0/5
Adaptive practice ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Full-length mock exams Not checked yet Not checked yet
Video lessons Not checked yet Not checked yet
Digital flashcards Not checked yet Not checked yet
Performance analytics Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Question bank size Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Offers courses and preparation for high-school through professional exams
  • Combines question banks, full-length tests, adaptive practice, and study plans
  • Includes free practice resources alongside tutoring and review sessions
  • Free digital and paper full-length ACT practice tests
  • Self-paced course includes 2,000+ real ACT questions
  • Live classes and tutoring add instructor support
Cons
  • Pricing and included content vary across exams and preparation products
  • Mobile app access is limited to selected prep products
  • Its broad portfolio does not provide one uniform plan across exams
  • Paid options start at $179 one-time
  • Resources focus on the ACT rather than multiple exams
  • Paid plans differ in format and support
Our verdict

Kaplan Test Prep is a portfolio of online and in-person preparation for high-school, college-admissions, graduate-admissions, medical, licensing, and professional exams. Its supported exams include the SAT, ACT, LSAT, MCAT, GRE, GMAT,…

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ACT Test Preparation brings together official study resources for students preparing for the ACT. Free options include digital and paper full-length practice tests, timed and untimed section practice, subject quizzes, sample questions,…

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  1. Kaplan Test PrepTest Preparation Software 8.9Free plan
  2. ACT Test PreparationTest Preparation Software 8.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Kaplan Test Prep — where it wins

    • Offers courses and preparation for high-school through professional exams
    • Combines question banks, full-length tests, adaptive practice, and study plans
    • Includes free practice resources alongside tutoring and review sessions

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing and included content vary across exams and preparation products
    • Mobile app access is limited to selected prep products
    • Its broad portfolio does not provide one uniform plan across exams

  • ACT Test Preparation — where it wins

    • Free digital and paper full-length ACT practice tests
    • Self-paced course includes 2,000+ real ACT questions
    • Live classes and tutoring add instructor support

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid options start at $179 one-time
    • Resources focus on the ACT rather than multiple exams
    • Paid plans differ in format and support
  • Kaplan Test Prep8.9/10 · Free plan

    Broad exam coverage with adaptive practice, study plans, and tutoring.

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  • ACT Test Preparation8.6/10 · Free plan

    Official ACT prep spans free practice tests, self-paced lessons, live classes, and tutoring.

    Visit ACTFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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