Comparison

Case Files vs NCLEX Test Prep

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Case Files

This app provides over 50 clinical pathology cases with USMLE-style questions to help medical students learn through real-world patient scenarios. It offers interactive features, study modes, and progress tracking to improve exam scores and clinical problem-solving skills.

Highlights
  • 50+ clinical cases with USMLE-style questions
  • Interactive case discussions and comprehension questions
  • Study, Exam, and Bookmark modes for question review
  • Progress tracking and score storage
  • Clinical pearls and approach to problem-solving
  • iCloud support for multi-device use
Features
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Master Pathology Through Real Clinical Cases -Learn pathology in the context of real patients. Case Files: Pathology helps you connect disease mechanisms, clinical presentation, and key concepts—so the material finally makes sense. Understand, Don’t Memorize -Pathology is dense and detail-heavy. This app helps you break down complex diseases into clear mechanisms and patterns you can actually understand and retain. Built for Exam Success -Prepare for Step 1 and course exams with focused, high-yield content: -50+ clinical cases -Board-style questions and explanations -Key disease mechanisms and definitions -Reinforced conceptual understanding Learn Faster, Think Smarter -Study mode with instant feedback -Exam mode for timed practice -Bookmark and track progress -Learn in short, focused sessions Trusted Case Files® System -Real-world clinical scenarios -Proven case-based learning -Designed for medical students Get Started -Download to try a sample case. Unlock full access to master pathology. Expanded Apps Privacy Policy: https://expandedapps.com/privacy-policy/ Expanded Apps Terms of Use: https://expandedapps.com/terms-of-use/ Second Edition

About

NCLEX Test Prep

Prepare for your NCLEX Nursing Examination with over 700 practice questions. Study offline and access content that reflects current NCLEX standards. Upgrade to the pro version for full access to the question database.

Highlights
  • 700+ practice questions
  • Offline study capability
  • Content updated to NCLEX standards
  • Mimics real exam style
  • Covers various nursing topics
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Pro-Version ON SALE for only $4.99 (75% OFF $19.99)! Only available for a limited time! Practice for your upcoming NCLEX Nursing Examination with our database of 700+ questions! Download the free version to see all of our excellent features and content, then upgrade to the PRO version for 700+ multiple-choice questions! Study anywhere with Med Preps NCLEX Test Prep app. Take practice tests with questions that mimic the style and cover the content of real NCLEX Nursing Examination questions. The pro version of the app includes: Features •Database of 700+ multiple choice practice questions •Study anywhere, anytime, even without a connection •Content is continually monitored and updated to reflect current NCLEX standards Multiple-choice Practice Questions Cover (700+ practice questions): •Basic Nursing Skills and Knowledge •Body Systems Review and Diagnosis •Diseases and Disorders •Labs and Nutrition •Mental Health •Pharmacology and Medications About Med Preps: Med Preps is a leading test preparation company that creates high-quality material for a number of medical certification exams. We are committed to providing the best and most convenient preparation material on the web and on mobile devices.

Screenshots

Case Files4 screens
NCLEX Test Prep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Case Files at 3 against NCLEX Test Prep's —. NCLEX Test Prep's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Case Files sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and NCLEX Test Prep sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Case Files versus NCLEX Test Prep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCase FilesNCLEX Test Prep
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.5 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better27.8% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 months—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.69.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB14 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperExpanded AppsMed Preps LLC

Customer experience

Case Files

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%

NCLEX Test Prep

Written reviews18 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral11.1%
Negative61.1%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Case Files

Subscriptions5
  • 1 Week$7.997 Days
  • Weekly Access$11.997 Days
  • 1 Month$18.991 Month
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  • Monthly Access$19.991 Month
  • 1 Year$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$39.99
1 purchases

NCLEX Test Prep

One-time1
  • NCLEX Test Prep Pro Version$4.99

Questions

Is Case Files free?
Case Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NCLEX Test Prep free?
NCLEX Test Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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