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BarMax vs Themis Bar Review
Both stand on law study apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Choose BarMax if you are preparing for the California bar or UBE and want question practice alongside lectures, writing materials and progress tracking. Look elsewhere if you need BarMax Online to work offline or cannot meet the mobile app requirements.
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Themis combines adaptive coursework, a large question bank, essay grading, lectures, and study tools across web and mobile platforms. Check the plan’s audience, access period, and listed tuition before enrolling.
Visit Themis Bar ReviewThe facts
| BarMax | Themis Bar Review | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Solomon Core: $959 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 10 | 9 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | testmaxprep.com | themisbar.com |
| On law study apps | #1 of 35 | #3 of 35 |
BarMax: what it does well
- More than 1,950 NCBE-licensed MBE questions include explanations.
- Course materials include lectures, outlines, mnemonics and flashcards.
- Smart tracking highlights weak spots for focused study.
- Solomon helps users review questions and improve written answers.
- Mobile apps allow offline study of downloaded materials.
What to know first
- BarMax Online requires an internet connection.
- Mobile apps require iOS 15 or later or Android 7.0 or later.
- UBE and California courses cover two exam administrations unless upgraded to lifetime access.
- BarMax UBE and BarMax CA each cost $1,895 a month.
Themis Bar Review: what it does well
- More than 4,000 MBE questions
- Unlimited essay grading options
- Adaptive assignments based on progress
- Web, iOS, and Android access
- Personalized support and 24/7 help
What to know first
- Paid plans start at listed prices
- No free trial
- Standard access lasts four months
- Privacy policy lists extensive data collection
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