Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
Kaplan Test Prep vs TestMasters
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Kaplan Test Prep |  TestMasters |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $199Lower | $1,275 |
| Prices by exam | sat: From $199 | lsat: $1275 |
| Practice questions | 500 | 7,500Higher |
| Full-length practice tests | 4 | 18Higher |
| Access period | 6 months | Not confirmed |
| Score guarantee | Money back | Not confirmed |
| Guarantee terms | Complete HSG-eligible program, take official test, claim within 60 days for money back or free reactivation | Not confirmed |
| Free trial | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Live classes (Yes), Tutoring add-on (Yes).
We earn a commission when you sign up through links on this site. Partner status can affect where a brand appears in our rankings.
Key differences
- TestMasters scores higher overall: 8.9 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at Kaplan Test Prep: $199 vs $1,275.
- Practice questions is higher at TestMasters: 7,500 vs 500.
- Full-length practice tests is higher at TestMasters: 18 vs 4.
- Support channels: only Kaplan Test Prep offers Chat, Help centre.
- Support channels: only TestMasters offers Email.
- Exams: only Kaplan Test Prep offers Act, Sat, Gmat.
Our verdict on each
Kaplan Test Prep
Kaplan Test Prep suits candidates who want one name covering many exams, from the SAT and ACT through the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT and NCLEX, with sat: From $199 on the SAT on-demand plan. It is heavier on price and thinner on test count than the cheaper rivals, so budget-bound candidates should weigh those first.
TestMasters
TestMasters is a US test prep outfit built for LSAT candidates who want live classes and a deep question bank rather than a budget subscription. The online LSAT course costs $1,275, well above the $12.99 and $69 entry points, with 7,500 practice questions and 18 full length tests behind it.
Score breakdown
| Area | Kaplan Test Prep | TestMasters |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8HigherEntry price is $199 for the SAT on-demand plan, against $49 and $12.99 at other brands. | 8.3Priced at $1,275, TestMasters ranks 58 of 65 brands, the heavier ticket in the set. |
| Offer | 8.8SAT on-demand bundles 6 months of access, 500 practice questions, 4 full length tests, live classes and a free trial. | 9.2HigherLive classes, 7,500 practice questions, 18 full length tests and a tutoring add on, though only lsat. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.5US based, trading as Robin Singh Educational Services, Inc. since 1991, with support on email and phone. |
Pick Kaplan Test Prep if, pick TestMasters if
Pick Kaplan Test Prep if cost and price from matter most.
Pick TestMasters if offer, practice questions, and full-length practice tests matter most.
If neither fits
Gleim has practice questions at 12,000, against 500 for Kaplan Test Prep and 7,500 for TestMasters.
Gleim reviewWhat we checked
Kaplan Test Prep
- kaptest.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TestMasters
- testmasters.net: 11 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Kaplan Test Prep | TestMasters |
|---|---|---|
| GRE, GMAT, LSAT and MCAT prep | 14 of 21 | 12 of 21 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Kaplan Test Prep | TestMasters |
|---|---|---|
| Exams | Act, Sat, Gmat, Gre, Lsat, Mcat, NclexCovers more | Lsat |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Robin Singh Educational Services, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1991 |
| Support channels | Phone, Chat, Help centre | Email, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Kaplan Test Prep | TestMasters | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $199above the median | $1,275highest quarter | $69 |
| Access period | 6 monthsbelow the median | Not confirmed | 9 months |
| Practice questions | 500lowest quarter | 7,500highest quarter | 3,000 |
| Full-length practice tests | 4below the median | 18above the median | 8 |
Median across 50 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Kaplan Test Prep
Pros
- One provider covers act, sat and gmat, so a student can switch exam without changing platform
- The SAT on-demand plan includes live classes, a free trial and an optional tutoring add-on on top of the self study material
- phone, chat and help centre means phone, chat and a help centre are all available for enrolled students
Cons
- The $199 entry point sits well above $49 and $12.99
- Only 4 full length tests on the SAT plan, and practice runs to 500, both low against the field
- Access is 6 months on the on-demand plan, so study time is fixed rather than open ended
TestMasters
Pros
- Live classes are included, placing TestMasters in the 88.9% share of grad school test prep brands that teach on a schedule.
- The question bank holds 7,500 practice questions, ranking 7 of 38 brands.
- 18 full length tests come with the course, well past the 10.25 median in the group.
Cons
- The LSAT course costs $1,275, far above the $12.99 entry point at Testprep Training and the $69 at E2Language.
- Price ranks 58 of 65 brands, so this is one of the heavier tickets in the set.
- Coverage is limited to lsat, so a candidate who changes exams mid cycle has nothing in the catalogue to move to.
Who each suits
Kaplan Test Prep
Who it suits
- Students preparing for the SAT or ACT who want live classes alongside self study
- Candidates sitting the GRE, GMAT, LSAT or MCAT who prefer one long-running provider
- Anyone who values phone and chat support over the lowest entry price
Who should look elsewhere
- Testprep Training, whose $12.99 entry point suits a strict budget
- Zebra Education, whose $49 entry point is lower if you already know your exam
- E2Language, which is built around language exams rather than the exams on act, sat and gmat
TestMasters
Who it suits
- LSAT candidates who want live classes instead of a self paced library.
- Planners with a long runway who can work through 7,500 practice questions and 18 full length tests.
- Learners who want phone support as well as email, since support runs on email and phone.
Who should look elsewhere
- Testprep Training, for anyone put off by $1,275 when $12.99 gets them started.
- E2Language, whose $69 entry point is aimed at language exam practice rather than the LSAT.
- Zebra Education, for budget candidates who would rather pair $49 with materials they already own.
Questions about each
Kaplan Test Prep
How much does Kaplan Test Prep cost?+
Entry pricing on the SAT on-demand plan is $199, and the published exam pricing sits at sat: From $199. The money-back guarantee operates under defined terms rather than as an open refund, so check those before enrolling. Cheaper rivals start well below this at $49 and $12.99.
What is included in the SAT on-demand plan?+
The plan bundles 6 months of access with 500 practice questions and 4 full length tests, plus live classes. A free trial is available and a tutoring add-on can be added on top. Support runs on phone, chat and help centre for anyone who needs help mid study.
TestMasters
How much does the TestMasters LSAT course cost?+
The online LSAT course is listed at $1,275, and the exam price breakdown carries the same figure for the LSAT track. That figure is the entry point rather than a discounted tier, so budget planning starts there. Compare it with $12.99 or $69 if the outlay is the deciding factor.
Which exams does TestMasters cover?+
Coverage is focused on a single exam: the LSAT. The exam list carries lsat and nothing else in the current catalogue, so candidates preparing for any other exam need a separate provider. The narrow focus is deliberate, and it keeps the course material deep rather than spread thin, but it also caps what one account covers.