# Pastest — Expert prep for medical exams

> Medical exam preparation app with practice questions, videos, and explanations. (iPhone/iPad app by PasTest Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pastest/id1554317254 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PasTest Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/348137194)
- Category: Education, Medical
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 67 App Store ratings · 143 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 84 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-04-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pastest/id1554317254/reviews.md

## What is Pastest?

Use the Pastest Written app to study for your medical exams anytime, anywhere.



Pastest has many decades of experience and expertise in providing test prep materials that enable medical students and doctors to achieve exam success. The Pastest Written app is designed with your convenience in mind, so whether you’re commuting to work or have a spare 10 minutes between class, the app will help you to fit your prep around a busy schedule.


In order to use the app, an active Pastest subscription is required (written exams only).



Here’s a long list of why the Pastest Written app is so great:



QUESTIONS



Full range of accurate question types – in terms of style, content and functionality – for all UK medical exams we provide resources for

Comprehensive sessions filters, including specialty, question type, difficulty, familiarity, images and keyword search

Create a fully customised session of up to 100 questions, against the clock if required

Show clues to highlight the most pertinent parts of the vignette

Submit feedback on questions to be reviewed and responded to by our experts

Practice using timed tests, mock exams and past papers (where applicable)

Great ability to review questions in recently completed and earlier sessions


MEDIA



Full library of bite-sized videos and podcasts to deepen your understanding of key concepts

Play at double speed for quick review and queue up for longer, seamless study sessions


ENHANCED FUNCTIONALITY



Strengthen your knowledge with our unique Expanded Explanations - an extensive library of searchable, topic-based content

Customise the order in which explanations are displayed

Download questions and media to access offline

Improved bookmarking of content and note-taking

A streamlined navigation allowing for quick resumption of sessions in progress and session review

More detailed and accurate performance data

## Key features

- Accurate question types for UK medical exams
- Customizable study sessions with filters
- Timed tests and mock exams
- Bite-sized videos and podcasts
- Expanded explanations for key concepts
- Offline access to questions and media
- Bookmarking and note-taking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MRCPCH FOP - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP/TAS - Feb 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - Jan 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 2 - Nov 2023 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCS Part A - May 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MSRA - Sep 2024 Exam | $59.99 | one-time |
| Primary FRCA - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH AKP - May 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - Apr 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP - Jun 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - Jun 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP/TAS - Jun 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 2 - May 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCGP (AKT) - Apr 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| Primary FRCA - Sep 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCGP (AKT) - Jul 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - Aug 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH AKP - Sep 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP/TAS - Oct 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 143)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pastest/id1554317254/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Interface

*2026-08-06*

Very nice interface, but need to add dark mode

### 1/5 — The new update is bad.

*2026-07-14*

The new update is so bad. Previous version was far better. The new version has so many glitches and user interface is really bad. I cannot solve questions without getting distracted. It doesn’t tell which ones are the unsolved questions.

### 2/5 — OKAYish app

*2026-06-25*

It seems the app is poorly invested in seeing how it lacks even the basic functionality that you get if using browser, e.g. if you have spent a bit more time on a question doing some thinking and the screen turns off, one you turn it back on, the question changes automatically to a different one. Better off using the browser instead.

### 2/5 — Unable to access personalised notes

*2026-06-21*

Hi, In the past couple of updates, you guys have removed all ways to review personalised notes without starting the Qbank for that particular specialty again. Request you to please do that

### 1/5 — NOT ABLE TO REVIEW A PAST PAPER OR QUESTION MODULE BY FILTERING INCORRECTS AT ONCE

*2026-06-09*

NOT ABLE TO REVIEW A PAST PAPER OR QUESTION MODULE BY FILTERING INCORRECTS AT ONCE in PASTEST APP IOS.. Even if you click incorrects and then start reviewing your answers and explanation. As soon as you click next question, it will show you the exact next question in serial number irrespective of it is the one you marked correctly or incorrectly. The filter doesn’t work. Trash user interface of this application

### 1/5 — Very glitchy

*2026-05-21, version 1.2.71*

Just add the website to your Home Screen and it works much better

### 5/5 — Good qbank and mock exams

*2026-05-20, version 1.2.71*

Questions are similar on how they are also asked in the actual exam

### 3/5 — App doesn’t auto save progress

*2026-04-21*

App needs to keep saving automatically, need more options for studying. Connectivity can improve.

### 4/5 — Good bank of varied subjects for MRCGP

*2026-04-21*

Good bank, questions are generally well thought out and fair, so it’s still very useful for revision.

The standard of the app overall seems to have gone downhill since I used it for finals over a decade ago sadly-lots of spelling and grammar errors, several options/answers not visible on the app, as well as images.  

At the end of each set of questions it states I’ve not completed 100% of the questions, despite all being filled out.  Each issue is small but becomes frustrating over time.

### 5/5 — Makes study like a game

*2026-03-02*

I love how it makes doing revision questions a bit like a game. Helps my ADHD brain to be motivated

## Frequently asked questions about Pastest

### What is the Pastest Written app?

The Pastest Written app is a study tool designed to help medical students and doctors prepare for their exams. It offers a comprehensive question bank, study materials, and performance tracking to aid in exam success.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include a full range of accurate question types for UK medical exams, comprehensive session filters, customizable study sessions, timed tests, mock exams, bite-sized videos and podcasts, expanded explanations, offline access, and improved bookmarking and note-taking.

### How much does the Pastest Written app cost?

An active Pastest subscription is required to use the app for written exams. Specific pricing details for the subscription are not provided in the description.

### Is the app compatible with my device?

The description does not specify device compatibility. However, it is designed for mobile use, allowing study anytime, anywhere, suggesting compatibility with common mobile operating systems.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is specifically designed for medical students and doctors who are preparing for UK medical exams. It aims to help them achieve exam success through targeted study and practice.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.75 — 2026-08-12

- New Study section which gives access to the full Textbook content and lets users create Qbank sessions based on specific topics.
- Clues function added in to review mode.
- Bug fix for starting a session in a topic/specialty when all questions have already been attempted.

### 1.2.74 — 2026-07-16

Updated UI to reflect new brand.

### v1.2.73 — 2026-06-25

Update to error logging package.

### 1.2.72 — 2026-06-18

New in this version:
Includes Refiner - a tool to make announcements to users and gather feedback
Updated Home icon and logo

### 1.2.71 — 2026-05-05

Release includes:
New Offline Mode for Qbank and Past Papers, including updated UI to replicate the web.

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