Compare USMLE prep resources
Head-to-head comparisons of the six USMLE resources we review: UWorld, AMBOSS, Boards & Beyond, Lecturio, Kaplan and Pathoma, using providers’ own plan details and prices where available, checked October 11-12, 2026.
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UWorld vs AMBOSS
The two leading question banks.
→UWorld vs Boards & Beyond
Question bank against video course.
→UWorld vs Kaplan
Self-study against live courses.
→UWorld vs Lecturio
Standard against budget.
→AMBOSS vs Boards & Beyond
Reading against watching.
→AMBOSS vs Kaplan
Flexible self-study against structure.
→AMBOSS vs Lecturio
Two lower-cost subscriptions.
→Boards & Beyond vs Lecturio
Two video options.
→Kaplan vs Lecturio
Live courses against budget self-study.
→Boards & Beyond vs Pathoma
Full Step 1 video course against focused pathology; often used together.
→All six at a glance
| Resource | Type | Entry price |
|---|---|---|
| UWorld | Question bank | Step 2 CK from $459 for 90 days (reported) |
| AMBOSS | Library + question bank | About $12.50/month + question bank |
| Boards & Beyond | Video course | About $24/week (reported) |
| Lecturio | Videos + questions | From $19.99/month |
| Kaplan | Live courses | See Kaplan |
| Pathoma | Pathology videos + book | $84.95 (3 months) |
Sources: provider pages; some prices as reported.
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