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Revision World vs SparkNotes
Both stand on study guide websites. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Revision World brings revision content, past papers and study planning together in a free web resource. Students should check how its broad subject coverage fits their particular exam board or syllabus.
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SparkNotes offers free study guides and a broader PLUS collection of study tools, translations and AP preparation. Readers should note that PLUS is paid, displays no ads only for subscribers, and is available in the listed countries.
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| Revision World | SparkNotes | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | revisionworld.com | sparknotes.com |
| On study guide websites | #23 of 31 | #19 of 31 |
Revision World: what it does well
- Free revision resources and account registration.
- Past papers for many subjects are free to download.
- Planner tracks exams, completed work and study sessions.
- Calendar can be downloaded as a PDF.
- Includes practice questions and literature analysis.
What to know first
- Resources do not follow a particular exam board or syllabus.
- Users under 13 must not create an account.
- Teacher use requires a link from a school or personal website.
SparkNotes: what it does well
- Free plan includes all study guides
- No sign-up is required for free access
- PLUS includes No Fear translations and audio
- AP prep includes lessons and practice questions
- SparkTeach offers lesson plans and worksheets
What to know first
- Non-subscribers see ads
- PLUS prices are listed plus tax
- PLUS availability is limited to listed countries
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