Plabable for PLAB vs NSD
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Plabable for PLAB
Prepare for the PLAB exam with a comprehensive resource. Access over 5000 high-yield questions, realistic OSCE scenarios, and revision notes. Stay updated with current NHS changes and evidence-based explanations to maximize your chances of passing.
- 5000+ high-yield questions
- Questions by clinical categories
- Timed mock exams
- Revision notes
- Question flagging
- OSCE scenarios
- Whatsapp discussion groups
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Plabable provides the ultimate resource to revise for the Professional and Linguistic Assessment Board (PLAB) exam which is the main route by which International Medical Graduates demonstrate they have the necessary skills and knowledge to practise medicine in the UK. PLAB part 1 is a three-hour computer-marked written examination comprising 180 single best answer questions. PLAB part 2 is structured as an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) comprising 16 stations. The scenarios simulate real-life clinical settings and assess a range of skills including history taking, physical examinations, communication, and clinical management. At Plabable, we focus on delivering high-yield content tailored to both parts of the exam. Our question banks, realistic OSCE scenarios, and practical exam tips are designed to maximise your chances of passing on your first attempt. Revise on the go with: ● More than 5000 high yield questions ● Questions organised by clinical categories ● Timed mock exams ● Comprehensive revision notes ● Question and notes flagging for ease of revision ● Dedicated Whatsapp groups for discussion ● GEMS featuring revision flash cards (add-on purchase) We take pride in staying on par with the current changes in the NHS and we consistently update our questions and explanations. The answers we provide on Plabable are evidence-based and our explanations are from various reliable sources such as NICE guidelines and Clinical Knowledge Summaries, Patient.info website as well as expert opinions from NHS prescribers.
NSD
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The Nursing Superintendent Dashboard app is a powerful tool designed to streamline hospital management and provide real-time insights for nursing superintendents. Tailored for healthcare professionals, this app empowers you to manage critical hospital operations effectively, ensuring smooth workflows and better patient care.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NSD at none against Plabable for PLAB's 5. NSD also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). Plabable for PLAB's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Plabable for PLAB sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. NSD asks for nothing beyond the download.
Plabable for PLAB ships an update weekly, NSD every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Plabable for PLAB | NSD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (420 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 89.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 420 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 101 MB | 44 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Plabable Limited | GRAPES INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS |
Bugs and requests
Plabable for PLAB
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to update progress
- Frequent app crashes, especially in certain sections
- Landscape mode issues
Requested features
4 requests- Progress tracking and completion percentage
- Ability to reset questions and answers
- Dark mode option
- More detailed performance analytics
NSD
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Plabable for PLAB
- Gems$14.99
- Extend 3 Months$29.99
- 3 Months + Gems$39.99
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- Extend 5 Months$39.99
- 5 Months + Gems$49.99
NSD
No in-app purchases









