Themis vs BarMax for the bar exam
Themis is our best-value pick at $2,995, with UWorld’s MBE question bank included, NextGen readiness and a free repeat for first-time takers; BarMax costs $1,895 for the UBE or California with all 1,950 real MBE questions and 10 graded writing critiques. BarMax is about $1,100 cheaper; Themis is more structured and ready for NextGen.
Both from their own pages. Checked October 11-12, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Themis | BarMax | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,995 | $1,895 (UBE or California) |
| MBE practice | UWorld MBE question bank included | All 1,950 released MBE questions |
| NextGen | Yes | Check with BarMax |
| Not available for | DE, LA, MS | Courses for UBE and California |
| Guarantee | Free repeat (first-time takers) | Money back on lifetime courses (strict conditions) |
Choose Themis if
- You want a structured, NextGen-ready course with UWorld’s questions.
Choose BarMax if
- You want to spend less and study real MBE questions on your phone.
Official source & community discussion
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