BARBRI vs Kaplan for the bar exam
BARBRI is the most structured course, with four tiers from $1,999 covering every jurisdiction’s exam. Kaplan focuses on practice volume, with 3,000+ MBE questions and a dedicated NextGen course, reported at $1,299 to $3,999, but doesn’t cover California or Louisiana. Both offer free repeats.
From each provider’s pages; Kaplan prices as reported. Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| BARBRI | Kaplan | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | From $1,999 | About $1,299-$3,999 |
| Strength | Structure and coverage | Practice volume |
| Not available | — | CA, LA |
| Guarantee | Free repeat | Free repeat (conditions) |
Choose BARBRI if
- You want a tightly guided plan or sit an own-exam state.
Choose Kaplan if
- You want the most practice questions.
Official source & community discussion
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