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Kaplan vs OAT Booster
The two compared on the same criteria, in alphabetical order. The facts come from each company's own pages, last checked October 21, 2026.
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| Criteria | Kaplan | OAT Booster |
|---|---|---|
| Format | On Demand (self-paced recorded lessons), Live Online (instructor-led) or Tutoring plus Live Online | Self-paced videos, question banks and practice tests for every section; live crash courses sold separately |
| Practice tests | 7 full-length practice tests in every course | 7,800+ questions and 2,000+ videos listed; 60+ practice tests, 20 more on the 180-day plan |
| Price and access | On Demand $699 list, 3 or 6 months; Live Online $1,699 list, 6 months; Tutoring plus Live Online $2,499 list, 10 to 40 hours | Premium $699 list, $599 at last check, 90 days; Premium Max $1,299 list, $999 at last check, 180 days |
| Score guarantee | "Guaranteed, or your money back"; conditions apply on Kaplan's guarantee page | Free extension or refund if your retake doesn't improve; requires a prior official score, 8 practice tests per subject at 270 or higher and 80% of the extra content |
| Free options | A free practice test, a free consultation and fee assistance of up to 50% based on your FAFSA Student Aid Index | No free trial listed |
Companies run frequent sales, so confirm the current price before you buy.
Where They Differ
- Price: Kaplan On Demand lists at $699, the same as OAT Booster Premium. Booster's current price was $599 at last check.
- Practice tests: Kaplan includes 7 full-length tests. Booster lists 60+ practice tests.
- Live teaching: Kaplan's courses include live and tutoring tiers. Booster sells live crash courses separately.
- Guarantee: Kaplan's is a money-back guarantee with conditions. Booster's is a free extension or refund with a prior official score and set practice requirements.
Neither is a pick from us. If you're deciding, set your budget and study style against these rows, then read the full comparison and what practice scores can and can't tell you.