# GradeSaver vs PerfectPrep

The clearest difference is rating: PerfectPrep at 4.6 against GradeSaver's 3.4. PerfectPrep also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 months) and review sentiment (67% vs 45%). GradeSaver's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GradeSaver sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and PerfectPrep sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PerfectPrep holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PerfectPrep has 878 ratings behind it against 89, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of GradeSaver's written reviews are positive against 67% of PerfectPrep's.

GradeSaver ships an update every 5 months, PerfectPrep fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GradeSaver | PerfectPrep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (89 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradesaver/id582726279/reviews) | **[4.6 (878 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfectprep-act-and-sat-prep/id1524653663/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 89 | **878** |
| Positive reviews | 45.5% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GradeSaver LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/582726286) | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) |

## What reviewers say

### GradeSaver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gradesaver/id582726279)

Access high-quality study guides for literature, written by Harvard students. Each guide provides comprehensive summaries, character analysis, themes, historical context, and quizzes. Purchase individual guides or subscribe for full access to a vast library of literary resources.

**Highlights:** Harvard-edited study guides, Chapter-by-chapter summaries, Character and theme analysis, Historical context, Author biographies, Quizzes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClassicNote Monthly Pass | $5.99 | per month |
| ClassicNote Yearly Pass | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Saves grades
- 👍 Helpful for essays
- 👍 Concise plot synopses
- 👍 Useful for procrastination
- 👍 Great for book reports

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires subscription
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Pay for most content
- 💰 Ads on website, not app
- 💰 Misleading about essays

**Reported bugs**

- Quiz crashes on opening
- Cannot restore subscription
- Subscription not accessible on new device
- App won't work after phone update

**Requested features**

- Add book “And The Mountains Echoed”
- Allow free testing of options
- Provide examples of paid content
- Make website content free on app
- Add advertisements to app


### PerfectPrep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/perfectprep-act-and-sat-prep/id1524653663)

Prepare for standardized college entrance exams with a personalized study plan, practice tests, and detailed explanations. Track your progress, review concepts with flashcards, and access video lessons to boost your score. Get expert tips and predictions to ace your ACT or SAT.

**Highlights:** Personalized study plans, Subject-specific practice tests, Full practice exams, Detailed answer explanations, Flashcards for concept review, Video lessons and tutorials, Progress tracking and score prediction

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| PerfectPrep Premium 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| PerfectPrep Premium 6 Months | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| PerfectPrep Premium 6 months | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| PerfectPrep Premium 6 Months | $39.99 | per 6 months |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good app for SAT prep
- 👍 Easy to use with many useful features
- 👍 Helpful for studying and preparing for the SAT
- 👍 Great for students and anyone taking the SAT
- 👍 Awesome app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect content and errors in practice questions
- 🐛 Software bugs and issues with practice tests
- 💰 Not completely free, some features require payment
- 🐛 Answers marked wrong even though they are correct

**Reported bugs**

- Constant notifications despite disabling them
- Time limits not accurate for practice tests
- Many typos in the app

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- More free practice content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GradeSaver free?

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

### Is PerfectPrep free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GradeSaver or PerfectPrep?

PerfectPrep is rated higher. GradeSaver averages 3.4 out of 5 from 89 ratings, while PerfectPrep averages 4.6 from 878 ratings.

### Do GradeSaver or PerfectPrep have ads?

Neither GradeSaver nor PerfectPrep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GradeSaver or PerfectPrep?

GradeSaver ships an update every 5 months, and PerfectPrep fortnightly. Most recently, GradeSaver was updated on October 23, 2026 and PerfectPrep on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*