UWorld vs Gleim CPA review: which course fits you
On UWorld vs Gleim CPA pricing, UWorld Roger Premier costs $1,999 for 18 months; Gleim Traditional costs $2,499 for the same 18 months. To get access until you pass, UWorld’s Elite tiers cost $2,299 and $2,899, against Gleim’s Premium tiers at $2,999 and $3,499. UWorld’s Elite-Unlimited+ tier adds a refund guarantee, and Gleim’s Premium Pro offers a conditional refund on top of its Access Until You Pass guarantee.
Both from their own listings, checked October 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| UWorld Roger | Gleim | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price (18 months) | $1,999 (Premier) | $2,499 (Traditional) |
| Access until you pass | Elite tiers, $2,299 and $2,899 | Premium tiers, $2,999 and $3,499 |
| Guarantee | $250 per section, up to $1,000, on Elite-Unlimited+ | Updated materials until you pass; Premium Pro adds a conditional refund for the sections bought |
| Known for | Well-regarded explanations | The largest question bank |
UWorld vs Gleim CPA: what you get
| UWorld Roger | Gleim | |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-choice questions | 9,000+ | 12,000+ |
| Task-based simulations | 500+ | 1,200+ |
| Video | 1,400+ video lectures, led by Roger Philipp and Peter Olinto | Video lectures from professional educators, plus audio lectures |
| Adaptive tool | SmartPath Predictive Technology | SmartAdapt |
| AI assistant | UAsk | Prep Pal (Premium Pro) |
| Mock exams | 2 per Core section and 1 per Discipline (Elite tiers) | 2 full-length mocks per section (Premium Pro) |
| Personal support | Live online boot camps (Elite tiers) | Personal Counselor and unlimited Accounting Expert help (Premium Pro) |
From each provider’s own course pages, checked October 13, 2026 (Gleim figures from its Premium Pro page)
Gleim’s practice bank is the bigger one by a wide margin, with roughly a third more multiple-choice questions and more than twice the simulations. UWorld leans on video instruction and answer explanations. If you learn by doing large volumes of questions, Gleim has the edge; if you need a concept taught before you can practise it, UWorld’s lectures are its main draw.
Pricing, tier by tier
| Tier | Price | Access | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| UWorld Premier | $1,999 (list $3,499) | 18 months | Full course, no guarantee |
| UWorld Elite-Unlimited | $2,299 (list $3,899) | Until you pass, up to 3 years | Printed guides, mock exams, live boot camps |
| UWorld Elite-Unlimited+ | $2,899 (list $4,699) | Until you pass, up to 3 years | All six sections; $250 per section refund, up to $1,000 |
| 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, one year of free CPE |
UWorld prices as listed on Surgent’s CPA page; Gleim prices from its own course pages; checked October 13, 2026
UWorld’s figures are sale prices against much higher list prices, while Gleim’s are its listed prices. Gleim says students can save up to 35%, so check whether you qualify before comparing. For live promotions on both, see our CPA course discounts page.
Guarantees, read carefully
Gleim’s Access Until You Pass guarantee keeps your materials current and accessible while you prepare for the sections you bought, and it ships new printed editions for the cost of shipping. 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. UWorld’s Elite-Unlimited+ refunds $250 per section, up to $1,000, if its requirements are met. Both refunds depend on following the provider’s program, so read the full terms first.
Choose UWorld Roger if
- You want the lowest price for a full course, or a refund guarantee on the Elite-Unlimited+ tier.
- You learn best from engaging video lectures and want live boot camps included.
- You want unlimited access for the lowest price: Elite-Unlimited at $2,299.
Choose Gleim if
- You want the most practice questions and are happy with an access guarantee instead of a refund on Premium.
- You want a named Personal Counselor and direct help from accounting experts.
- You are a student who may qualify for Gleim’s student discount of up to 35%.
Mistakes to avoid
- Comparing a UWorld sale price with a Gleim list price without checking Gleim’s student discount.
- Buying an 18-month tier on a tight plan. One retake can push you past the window.
- Picking a tier with one Discipline when you are unsure which to take. Gleim Premium Pro and UWorld Elite-Unlimited+ both cover all six sections.
- Skipping the demos. Both offer a free trial, and lecture style is the real difference here.
Common questions
Which has more practice questions, UWorld or Gleim?
Gleim. Its Premium Pro page lists 12,000+ multiple-choice questions and 1,200+ simulations, against UWorld’s 9,000+ and 500+.
Is UWorld cheaper than Gleim?
At the prices checked October 13, 2026, yes: UWorld Premier is $1,999 against Gleim Traditional at $2,499, and UWorld’s unlimited tiers start at $2,299 against Gleim Premium at $2,999.
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’s core guarantee on its unlimited tiers is Access Until You Pass, which keeps your materials current rather than refunding money.
Which lets me switch my Discipline?
Gleim Premium Pro lets you access and switch between all three Disciplines. UWorld Elite-Unlimited+ covers all six sections.
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Sources: Gleim Premium Pro CPA Review, UWorld CPA Review packages on Surgent’s site and UWorld’s price comparison page, checked October 13, 2026.