ExamSolutions

Overview

ExamSolutions is a revision and exam-practice service combining video lessons, past papers, guided courses and AI marking. It is best suited to GCSE, IGCSE, AS/A Level and IB learners who want feedback on their working as well as access to study materials. Its case is strongest for structured practice with step-by-step marking; regular use of that feedback comes at a subscription cost.

Key features

Axi checks working step by step against exam mark schemes, gives hints and recommends what to practise next. That makes it more useful for spotting a faulty step than a resource that only supplies a worked answer. The Free plan allows five markings a month in each of three areas—practice questions, guided courses and papers—so it can demonstrate the feedback loop, but is restrictive for learners who practise frequently.

ExamSphere adds exam-style sessions: learners can upload a past paper or assemble one by topic, sit it under exam conditions and have Axi mark it. This is a more deliberate practice option than browsing solutions, while its usefulness depends on whether learners want to work through full or topic-based papers. Guided courses cover maths, physics, chemistry, biology, English language, history, geography and psychology. The maths library spans AQA, Edexcel, OCR, MEI, Cambridge and IB; the solution bank includes worked solutions to Edexcel A Level Maths and Further Maths textbook exercises.

Videos, past papers, mark schemes and solution-bank answers are accessible without an account. A free account adds marking credits and progress tracking, letting learners begin with core revision resources before paying. The company says its learning research uses de-identified evaluation and independent teacher review, and does not publish raw student data. Its privacy policy describes administrative, technical and physical safeguards while acknowledging that complete security cannot be guaranteed.

Pricing

The Free plan costs nothing. It includes videos, sample quizzes, past papers and the solution bank, plus five AxiAI markings per month for each of practice questions, guided courses and papers. It is a sensible starting point for learners who mainly need revision materials or occasional marking; the separate monthly caps make it a poor fit for sustained feedback-heavy practice.

Unlimited (monthly) costs £14.99 a month and adds unlimited AxiAI marking, guided courses, quizzes and assessments, ExamSphere, the solution bank and a parent/guardian dashboard. It includes a 7-day free trial. This is the more flexible paid option for learners who want month-to-month access, though the monthly price is higher than the annual plan’s displayed monthly equivalent.

Unlimited (annual) costs £89.99 a year, billed £89.99 annually, and is also displayed as £7.50/month. It includes the same features and a 7-day free trial. It suits learners who expect to use the service through the year; the lower displayed monthly equivalent comes with an annual billing commitment.

Platforms

ExamSolutions is available on web, Android and iOS, giving learners access across browser and mobile use. The plans and feature set described are consistent with study on the go, though the strongest differentiator remains the marking and exam-practice workflow rather than platform breadth.

Who it's for

ExamSolutions is a good fit for school-level learners preparing for GCSE, IGCSE, AS/A Level or IB who want guided courses, exam materials and feedback on their working. It can also suit parents or guardians who want to follow a learner’s progress, since the dashboard is included with Unlimited. Learners seeking only free materials can use much of the library without an account; those needing frequent AI marking should budget for a paid plan.

Pros and cons

• Step-by-step marking: Axi checks work against mark schemes and offers hints and next-practice recommendations, addressing reasoning rather than just final answers.
• Broad study workflow: Lessons, papers, courses and ExamSphere combine revision with timed and topic-based practice.
• Useful free entry point: Core videos and papers do not require an account, while a free account adds progress tracking.
• Tight free marking allowance: Five monthly markings in each activity area may not support regular practice.
• Annual plan commitment: The lower displayed monthly equivalent requires paying £89.99 annually.

Alternatives

For a wider set of study resources, start with the Study Guide Websites directory. Cram is a better fit for learners focused on making and using flashcards: its free plan includes custom card creation, hints, image uploads, access to more than seven million sets and sync across mobile and desktop. Save My Exams is another freemium option with Premium resources and a free trial.

BBC Bitesize is the clearest alternative for learners who want a free service with no subscription or payment required; personalised learning requires a free BBC account. LitCharts, MathsGenie, Revision Village, SparkNotes and ZNotes are alternatives to consider when their respective study resources better match the learner’s needs.

Verdict

ExamSolutions is a strong choice for GCSE through IB learners who want exam materials paired with feedback on their working, especially if they will use guided courses and ExamSphere as well as Axi. The free resources make it easy to begin, but the five-marking monthly caps are a real constraint; choose Unlimited for regular marking, or look elsewhere if you need a free service for intensive practice.