# Pastest vs PLAB2App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PLAB2App at 100% against Pastest's 29%. PLAB2App also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Pastest's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pastest sells 52 one-off in-app purchases and PLAB2App sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PLAB2App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pastest has 67 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Pastest's written reviews are positive against 100% of PLAB2App's.

Pastest ships an update every 3 weeks, PLAB2App every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pastest | PLAB2App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pastest/id1554317254/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plab2app-plab2-test-simulator/id1562681868/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **67** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 29.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 84 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [PasTest Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/348137194) | [Abduljabbar AlFaqih](https://appshunter.io/developer/938360627) |

## What reviewers say

### Pastest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pastest/id1554317254)

Prepare for medical exams with a comprehensive question bank and study materials. Access bite-sized videos, podcasts, and detailed explanations to deepen your understanding. Customize study sessions and review past performance anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (52)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PLAB 1 - 6 months | $9.99 | one-time |
| PLAB 1 - 12 months | $12.99 | one-time |
| PLAB 1 - 12 Months | $12.99 | one-time |
| MRCEM Primary - 3 Months | $39.99 | one-time |
| Med Students - 12 months | $49.99 | one-time |
| Med Students - 12 Months | $49.99 | one-time |
| MSRA - Sep 2024 Exam | $59.99 | one-time |
| MSRA - Jan 2025 Exam | $59.99 | one-time |
| MRCEM Primary - 6 Months | $59.99 | one-time |
| MSRA - 6 months | $59.99 | one-time |
| Dentistry - 3 months | $79.99 | one-time |
| MRCEM Intermediate - 12 Months | $79.99 | one-time |
| MRCEM Primary - 12 Months | $79.99 | one-time |
| 49827728425239 | $79.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| Primary FRCA - Feb 2024 Exam | $89.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP - Jun 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - Jun 2024 Exam | $99.99 | 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 |
| MRCPCH FOP - Oct 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - Oct 2024 Exam | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 2 - 3 Months | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCS Part A - 3 months | $99.99 | one-time |
| Dentistry - 12 Months | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - 3 months | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP & TAS - 3 months | $99.99 | one-time |
| Primary FRCA - 6 months | $99.99 | one-time |
| Primary FRCA (MCQ) - 6 Months | $99.99 | one-time |
| MRCGP (AKT) - 12 months | $119.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP - 12 Months | $119.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH TAS - 12 Months | $119.99 | 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 |
| MRCPCH AKP - May 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - Apr 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 2 - May 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - Aug 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 2 - Sep 2024 Exam | $129.99 | one-time |
| MRCS Part A - May 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP/TAS - Jun 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH AKP - Sep 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP/TAS - Oct 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCS Part A - Sep 2024 Exam | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCS Part A - 6 months | $149.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH AKP - 12 months | $179.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH AKP - 12 Months | $179.99 | one-time |
| MRCP Part 1 - 12 Months | $199.99 | one-time |
| MRCPCH FOP & TAS - 12 months | $199.99 | one-time |


### PLAB2App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plab2app-plab2-test-simulator/id1562681868)

This app simulates the PLAB 2 (OSCE) exam for medical professionals. It helps reduce exam anxiety by familiarizing users with the test structure and timing. Practice with realistic timers and sounds, and add your own questions for each station.

**Highlights:** PLAB 2 (OSCE) exam preparation, Realistic mock station simulation, Integrated timer and sounds, Customizable question addition, Anxiety reduction through practice

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pastest free?

Pastest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PLAB2App free?

PLAB2App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pastest or PLAB2App?

PLAB2App is rated higher. Pastest averages 4.5 out of 5 from 67 ratings, while PLAB2App averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Pastest or PLAB2App have ads?

PLAB2App shows ads; Pastest does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pastest or PLAB2App?

Pastest ships an update every 3 weeks, and PLAB2App every 6 months. Most recently, Pastest was updated on September 24, 2026 and PLAB2App on September 10, 2026.

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