Kaplan SAT and ACT review: affordable live classes
First checked October 11, 2026; rechecked October 23, 2026 · Sources: guarantee terms and discounts from Kaplan’s own pages; prices as reported by review sites in 2026; test facts from College Board and ACT. The rating is our editorial assessment from published details using the rubric on our how we rank page, not a hands-on test.
This Kaplan SAT review covers an On Demand course reported at about $199 for six months and a Live Online course (18 live hours) at about $699 to $799. Unlimited Prep, reported at about $1,999, covers SAT, ACT, PSAT and AP until graduation. Kaplan also powers ACT’s official self-paced prep.
| Category (weight) | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Question bank (25%) | 4.0 | Practice questions and drills across both tests |
| Practice exams (20%) | 4.0 | Full-length practice tests in its courses |
| Lectures and materials (15%) | 4.5 | 18 hours of live classes on Live Online, plus books |
| Platform and mobile (15%) | 4.0 | On Demand video plus live online sessions |
| Support (10%) | 4.5 | Live instructors; tutoring on Live Online Plus |
| Value (15%) | 3.5 | Higher Score Guarantee on SAT courses; prices only as reported |
| Weighted rating | 4.1 / 5 |
Our editorial rating, using the same rubric across the site. Scores are based on Kaplan’s published details and reported prices; see how we rank for the method.
18 hours of live classes plus books.
See prices on KaplanSelf-paced video course for six months.
See prices on KaplanKaplan SAT courses (as reported)
| Course | Reported price | What it adds |
|---|---|---|
| SAT On Demand | About $199 | Self-paced video course, 6 months |
| SAT Live Online | About $699 to $799 | 18 hours of live classes and books |
| SAT Live Online Plus | About $1,099 | Adds 3 hours of tutoring |
| Unlimited Prep | About $1,999 | SAT, ACT, PSAT and AP courses until graduation |
Prices as reported in 2026; Kaplan often runs 15% to 20% codes on its own pages.
What to watch for
- Higher Score Guarantee applies to SAT courses but, per Kaplan, not to ACT, tutoring or subscription products.
- Kaplan’s “#1 rated” claim cites Test Prep Insight, which Kaplan discloses as an affiliate.
- Prices are as reported; confirm on Kaplan’s site and look for its 15% to 20% codes.
Who should skip it, and alternatives
- You only want practice questions: UWorld’s question bank starts at $99. See our UWorld review.
- You want a bigger score guarantee: Princeton Review’s 1400+ course guarantees 1400 or a 150-point increase. See our Princeton Review review.
- You want the lowest cost: Khan Academy is free; Magoosh is about $129.
Common questions about Kaplan SAT
How much is Kaplan SAT prep?
On Demand is reported at about $199 for six months and Live Online at about $699 to $799; Kaplan often has 15% to 20% codes.
Does Kaplan have a score guarantee?
On its SAT courses, per Kaplan, but not on ACT, tutoring or subscription products.
Does Kaplan cover the ACT?
Yes. Kaplan also powers ACT’s official self-paced prep, and Unlimited Prep covers SAT, ACT, PSAT and AP.
Is this review sponsored?
No. We currently earn no commission from Kaplan or any SAT or ACT provider, and no one paid for this review.