Becker vs UWorld CPA review: which course fits you
In the Becker vs UWorld CPA decision, Becker is the best-known CPA course and the most expensive, starting at $2,499 for 24 months on Advantage, with tiers up to $6,349. UWorld Roger starts lower, at $1,999 for 18 months on Premier, and reviewers praise its explanations. Both offer pass guarantees only on higher tiers.
UWorld Roger from its own listings; 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 | UWorld Roger | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | $2,499 (Advantage) | $1,999 (Premier) |
| Higher tiers | Up to $6,349 | Elite tiers $2,299 and $2,899 |
| Access | 24 months on Advantage; unlimited on higher tiers | 18 months on Premier; until you pass on Elite tiers |
| Guarantee | Up to $1,000 on Pro and Pro+, with conditions | $250 per section, up to $1,000, on Elite-Unlimited+ |
Becker vs UWorld CPA pricing, tier by tier
Both providers quote a list price and a sale price, and both run promotions often. Compare like with like: the sale price of one against the sale price of the other, on the same access length. These are the prices each provider showed on October 13, 2026.
| Becker package | Sale price | List price | Access | Key extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advantage | $2,499 | $2,499 | 24 months | 3 Core sections + 1 Discipline; no LiveOnline classes or Pass Guarantee |
| Pro | $2,692 | $3,845 | Unlimited | All 3 Disciplines, LiveOnline classes, Pass Guarantee, 5 coaching and 5 tutoring sessions |
| Pro+ | $2,891 | $4,044 | Unlimited | Everything in Pro plus the FAF1 Becker Academy refresher course |
| Concierge | $4,999 | $6,349 | Unlimited | 100% money-back Pass Guarantee, up to 25 coaching and 25 tutoring sessions |
Becker prices from becker.com, checked October 13, 2026
| UWorld package | Sale price | List price | Access | Key extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier | $1,999 | $3,499 | 18 months | 9,000+ questions, 500+ simulations, 1,400+ video lectures, digital study guides |
| Elite-Unlimited | $2,299 | $3,899 | Until you pass, up to 3 years | Printed study guides, full-length mock exams, live boot camps |
| Elite-Unlimited+ | $2,899 | $4,699 | Until you pass, up to 3 years | All six sections; $250 per section refund, up to $1,000, if requirements are met |
UWorld prices as listed on Surgent’s CPA page (Surgent is a UWorld company), checked October 13, 2026
At these prices, the cheapest unlimited-access option is UWorld Elite-Unlimited at $2,299, against Becker Pro at $2,692. While Becker’s sale runs, Pro costs only $193 more than Advantage and adds unlimited access, live classes and the Pass Guarantee, so Advantage is hard to justify unless you need the 24-month Flex Pay option.
What you get in each course
| Becker | UWorld Roger | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-choice questions | 9,000+ | 9,000+ |
| Simulations | 900+ task-based simulations | 500+ task-based simulations |
| Video | 900+ concept videos plus SkillBuilder and ExamSolver videos | 1,400+ video lectures, led by Roger Philipp and Peter Olinto |
| Adaptive tool | Adapt2U personalized practice tests | SmartPath Predictive Technology |
| AI assistant | Newt | UAsk |
| Free trial | 14 days | Free trial, no credit card required |
From each provider’s own course pages, checked October 13, 2026
On raw question count the two are level. Becker lists more simulations; UWorld lists more video. That split matches how candidates usually describe them: Becker for structure and practice volume on simulations, UWorld for explanations and instruction.
Discipline access and switching
Every candidate takes the three Core sections plus one Discipline. Becker’s unlimited packages (Pro, Pro+ and Concierge) include all three Disciplines, and you can switch at any time. Advantage includes one Discipline: you get 30 days to try each before choosing, and changing after that costs $299. On the UWorld side, Elite-Unlimited+ covers all six sections. If you are unsure which Discipline to take, pick a package that lets you switch. Our best order to take CPA sections guide covers the Discipline choice.
Pass guarantees compared
Neither guarantee comes on the entry tier. Becker attaches a Pass Guarantee to Pro and Pro+, and a 100% money-back guarantee to Concierge, with terms that vary by package; read Becker’s Pass Guarantee Policy before you rely on it. UWorld’s guarantee sits only on Elite-Unlimited+ and refunds $250 per section, up to $1,000, if you meet its requirements. Both require you to use the course as directed, so treat a guarantee as insurance, not a plan.
Choose Becker if
- Your employer is paying, or you want the most established course and longer access on the entry tier.
- You want live online classes and one-on-one tutoring included in the package.
- Your firm or university has a Becker partner rate: Becker says it works with more than 2,900 organizations.
Choose UWorld Roger if
- You’re paying yourself and want a full course for $500 less, with well-regarded explanations.
- You want unlimited access for the lowest price: Elite-Unlimited at $2,299.
- You learn best from video lectures and detailed answer explanations.
Mistakes to avoid when comparing Becker and UWorld
- Comparing one provider’s list price with the other’s sale price. Both discount heavily, and the gap changes with each promotion.
- Buying an 18- or 24-month tier when your plan is tight. If a retake pushes you past the access window, an unlimited tier would have been cheaper.
- Assuming the pass guarantee is automatic. Both providers set conditions you must meet to claim it.
- Skipping the free trials. Both offer one, and how you respond to the lectures matters more than any feature list.
Common questions
Is UWorld cheaper than Becker for the CPA?
On sale prices checked October 13, 2026, yes. UWorld Premier is $1,999 against Becker Advantage at $2,499, and UWorld Elite-Unlimited is $2,299 against Becker Pro at $2,692.
Which has more practice questions?
Both list 9,000+ multiple-choice questions. Becker lists 900+ task-based simulations and UWorld lists 500+.
Can I try Becker and UWorld before buying?
Becker offers a 14-day free trial. UWorld offers a free trial with no credit card required.
What about Surgent?
UWorld acquired Surgent in April 2026, and Surgent’s CPA page now sells UWorld CPA Review. If you were weighing Becker against Surgent, this is the comparison to read. See our Surgent CPA review update.
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Sources: Becker CPA review packages, UWorld CPA Review packages on Surgent’s site and UWorld’s price comparison page, checked October 13, 2026.