UWorld vs Boards & Beyond for the USMLE
These do different jobs and are commonly used together. Boards & Beyond teaches the material through 490+ Step 1 videos (and a separate Step 2-3 library); UWorld tests it with a large exam-style question bank and detailed explanations.
Contents from each provider’s own pages; prices as reported. Checked October 11, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| UWorld | Boards & Beyond | |
|---|---|---|
| Main use | Practice questions | Video teaching |
| Questions | 3,600+ Step 1; 3,200+ Step 2 CK | 2,300+ Step 1; 1,300+ Step 2-3 |
| Price | Step 2 CK from $459 (90 days, reported) | About $24/week to $399 (reported) |
Choose UWorld if
- You know the content and need exam practice.
Choose Boards & Beyond if
- You need to learn or relearn topics, especially for Step 1.
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