UWORLD vs Kaplan

[akurtz1127]

Hey guys,

I am taking the NCLEX RN for the 3rd time in August! The first time around I only used UWORLD and had 265 questions. The second time around, I used RN Mastery app and the SPIDERMAN packet and videos and I also had 265 questions. With the performance report on this test I had nearly passing in EVERY category!

With all that in mind, I'm stressed and not sure what I need to focus on to pass. I am worried about how I'm applying the answers to the questions.

My question is, should I go back to UWORLD or try Kaplan? My current employer told me they would pay for one or the other, just want to make the best decision.

Thanks everyone!

[Neo Soldier, BSN, RN]

I used both UWorld and Kaplan. I did 2000 questions on Kaplan and about 1000 on UWorld.

When I took the NCLEX, I realized just how helpful U world was to me. The rationales were more in depth; Kaplan's rationales are too brief, there are no pictures or diagrams for reference.

I recommend UWorld over Kaplan any day.

Finish the q bank on U world and make sure to read the rationales. Here's another tip: when you finish up the q bank, set the filter to the incorrect questions and see if you'll get them right. Another tip: when you set your questions, select ALL. That way you get a mix of new questions and repeat questions. Do at least 100 questions a day. You can do 25 questions in four sessions so you dont get overwhelmed. Keep track of how many questions you do per day.

[Corlionie]

Kaplan user here, apply strategy with patho.

Agree with previous post. Filter incorrect ones and do them over and over till you get 100%.

U-world explains very nicely; with Kaplan you look it up in their book.

wishing you the best of luck!!