Becker vs Gleim CPA review: which course fits you
In the Becker vs Gleim CPA choice, both start at $2,499. Becker Advantage gives 24 months of access, with higher tiers up to $6,349 and a pass guarantee of up to $1,000 on Pro and Pro+. Gleim Traditional gives 18 months, and its Premium tiers ($2,999 and $3,499) guarantee access to updated materials until you pass; Premium Pro adds a conditional refund. Gleim lists the largest question bank.
Gleim from its own pages; Becker’s Premium price and guarantee from its own page, with its other tiers, including Advantage, as reported in third-party roundups. Checked October 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Becker | Gleim | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $2,499 (Advantage, reported) | $2,499 (Traditional) |
| Higher tiers | Up to $6,349 | Premium $2,999; Premium Pro $3,499 |
| Access | 24 months on Advantage; unlimited on higher tiers | 18 months on Traditional; until you pass on Premium tiers |
| Guarantee | Up to $1,000 on Pro and Pro+, with conditions | Updated materials until you pass; Premium Pro adds a conditional refund |
Becker vs Gleim CPA pricing, tier by tier
Becker runs frequent promotions, so its sale and list prices can be far apart. Gleim’s are its listed prices, with a student discount of up to 35% for those who qualify. These are the prices each provider showed on October 13, 2026.
| Tier | Price | Access | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becker Advantage | $2,499 | 24 months | 3 Core + 1 Discipline; no live classes or Pass Guarantee |
| Becker Pro | $2,692 (list $3,845) | Unlimited | All 3 Disciplines, LiveOnline classes, Pass Guarantee, 5 coaching and 5 tutoring sessions |
| Becker Pro+ | $2,891 (list $4,044) | Unlimited | Pro plus the FAF1 Becker Academy course |
| Becker Concierge | $4,999 (list $6,349) | Unlimited | 100% money-back Pass Guarantee, up to 25 coaching and 25 tutoring sessions |
| Gleim Traditional | $2,499 | 18 months | Self-study system |
| Gleim Premium | $2,999 | Until you pass | Access Until You Pass guarantee |
| Gleim Premium Pro | $3,499 | Until you pass | All six sections, Prep Pal AI, Personal Counselor, conditional refund, one year of free CPE |
Becker prices from becker.com; Gleim prices from gleim.com; checked October 13, 2026
At these prices the cheapest way to get unlimited access is Becker Pro at $2,692, slightly below Gleim Premium at $2,999, but only while Becker’s sale runs. At list price Becker Pro is $3,845, so the gap flips. Check both on the day you buy.
What you get in each course
| Becker | Gleim | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-choice questions | 9,000+ | 12,000+ |
| Task-based simulations | 900+ | 1,200+ |
| Video | 900+ concept videos plus SkillBuilder and ExamSolver videos | Video lectures from professional educators, plus audio lectures |
| Adaptive tool | Adapt2U | SmartAdapt |
| AI assistant | Newt | Prep Pal (Premium Pro) |
| Personal support | Coaching and tutoring sessions on Pro and above | Personal Counselor; unlimited Accounting Expert help on Premium Pro |
| Free trial | 14 days | Free course demo |
From each provider’s own course pages, checked October 13, 2026
Gleim has the larger practice bank on both counts. Becker’s strength is guided support: live classes, coaching and tutoring come with Pro and above. If you study best by drilling questions alone, Gleim’s bank is the draw; if you want a person to keep you on schedule, Becker builds that into its higher tiers.
Guarantees compared
Becker attaches a Pass Guarantee to Pro and Pro+, and a 100% money-back guarantee to Concierge, with terms that vary by package. Gleim’s Access Until You Pass guarantee on Premium and Premium Pro keeps your materials current while you prepare. On Premium Pro, Gleim also says it will refund the price paid for the applicable sections if you follow its suggested steps, do not pass and are not satisfied, provided you ask within 18 months of purchase. Neither guarantee comes on the entry tier.
Choose Becker if
- You want longer access at the entry price or a guarantee that refunds money.
- You want live online classes, coaching and tutoring built into the package.
- Your employer or university has a Becker partner rate.
Choose Gleim if
- You want the biggest question bank and access until you pass for $500 more than the entry tier.
- You are a student who may qualify for Gleim’s discount of up to 35%.
- You want a Personal Counselor and direct help from accounting experts.
Mistakes to avoid
- Comparing Becker’s sale price with Gleim’s list price without checking Gleim’s student discount.
- Assuming either refund is automatic. Both depend on meeting the provider’s conditions.
- Buying an 18- or 24-month tier on a tight plan. One retake can push you past the window.
- Skipping the free trials. Both providers let you try the course first.
Common questions
Which has more practice questions, Becker or Gleim?
Gleim. Its Premium Pro page lists 12,000+ multiple-choice questions and 1,200+ simulations; Becker lists 9,000+ and 900+.
Is Gleim cheaper than Becker?
Both start at $2,499. For unlimited access, Becker Pro was $2,692 on sale on October 13, 2026, against Gleim Premium at $2,999. At list price, Becker Pro is $3,845.
Does Gleim offer a money-back guarantee?
Premium Pro does, with conditions: follow Gleim’s suggested steps and request the refund within 18 months of purchase. Gleim Premium’s guarantee is Access Until You Pass, which keeps your materials current rather than refunding money.
Can I try both before buying?
Becker offers a 14-day free trial, and Gleim offers a free course demo.
Related comparisons
Becker vs UWorld, UWorld vs Gleim, Gleim vs Kesler and Becker vs NINJA, or see all CPA course comparisons.
Sources: Becker CPA review packages and Gleim Premium Pro CPA Review, checked October 13, 2026.