Best GRE prep courses in 2026
For most students, Magoosh is the best value: a full course with official ETS questions for $179 for six months. GregMat is the cheapest way to get live classes, Target Test Prep the most rigorous self-study, and Kaplan the most flexible mainstream course with live options.
Picks based on each provider’s own pages, checked October 11, 2026; GregMat, Manhattan Prep and Princeton Review prices as reported. We have not run hands-on tests, so we rank by fit and value rather than scores. See how we rank.
Our picks
Full self-paced course with official ETS questions; frequent sales. No live classes.
→Weekly live classes, recordings and study plans for about $12 a month (as reported).
→Deep, structured course with 4,000+ questions and a 15-point guarantee.
→On Demand $449 or Live Online $999 (list); GRE Channel and a test-center practice exam.
→Branching Interact lessons, strategy guides, small live classes. Premium, with prices that vary.
→10 Points+ and 162+ courses built around guarantees.
→Side by side
| Course | Entry price | Live teaching | Guarantee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magoosh | $149 | None | Yes (Premium, as reported) |
| GregMat | About $11.99/month | Weekly classes | None reported |
| Target Test Prep | $179/month | Live classes $1,299 | 15 points |
| Kaplan | $449 | 21 hours, $999 | Higher Score Guarantee |
| Manhattan Prep | About $299 | Live courses about $1,199+ | See provider |
| Princeton Review | About $399 | Fundamentals and 162+ | 10 Points+ and 162+ |
Sources: provider pages, checked October 11, 2026; GregMat, Manhattan Prep and Princeton Review prices as reported.
Start with the free official tests
Whatever you buy, use ETS’s two free POWERPREP Online tests. See free GRE resources.
How to choose
- Self-study on a budget: Magoosh, or GregMat if you want live classes.
- Quant is your weak side: Target Test Prep.
- Want a structured course with live classes: Kaplan Live Online.
- Want a guarantee: Princeton Review or Target Test Prep; read the conditions.
Common questions
Why are there no star ratings?
We have not run hands-on tests of these courses, so star scores would suggest more certainty than we have. We rank on published features, prices and terms, and explain each pick.
Are these paid placements?
No. We currently earn no commission from any GRE provider, and no one paid for a placement.