Kaplan vs Lecturio for the USMLE
Kaplan sells structured live courses with faculty, notes, advising and a Step 2 CK Pass Guarantee. Lecturio is a self-paced video-and-questions subscription from $19.99 a month. Kaplan suits students who need a schedule; Lecturio suits independent learners on a budget.
Contents from each provider’s own pages; Kaplan prices not shown. Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Kaplan | Lecturio | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Live Online courses; self-paced options | Self-paced videos and questions |
| Support | Live faculty, 3 hours of advising | Study plans |
| Guarantee | Pass Guarantee (Step 2 CK Live Online) | None |
| Price | See Kaplan | From $19.99/month |
Choose Kaplan if
- You want live teaching, structure and a guarantee.
Choose Lecturio if
- You’re self-motivated and want the lowest cost.
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