Magoosh vs Kaplan for the GRE
Magoosh is a low-cost self-paced course ($179 for six months); Kaplan’s On Demand lists at $449 and its Live Online course at $999 with 21 live hours. Choose Magoosh to keep costs down, Kaplan if you want a structured course or live classes.
From each provider’s own pages (list prices). Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Magoosh | Kaplan | |
|---|---|---|
| Self-paced | $179 (6 months) | On Demand, $449 list |
| Live classes | None | Live Online, 21 hours, $999 list |
| Extras | Official ETS sections | GRE Channel; test-center practice exam |
| Trial | 7 days | 7 days (On Demand) |
Choose Magoosh if
- Price matters most and you study well alone.
Choose Kaplan if
- You want live classes or a practice run at a real test center.
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