Comparison

CFA Test Sim vs CFA Level 1 Prep

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

Head to head
About

CFA Test Sim

Features
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Our Test Simulator is explicitly designed for CFA Program exam preparation. It helps candidates at all levels strengthen their understanding of core concepts and excel on exam day. Key Features - Comprehensive Practice Tests: Access questions covering all CFA Program domains and levels (I, II, III). - Detailed Explanations: Understand concepts with clear reasoning for each response. - Progress Tracking: Monitor your improvement and identify focus areas. - Personalized Learning: Adapt your study plan to your schedule and needs. - Regular Updates: Stay current with evolving exam standards and structures. Start with a 7-day FREE TRIAL with unlimited access to all features. A subscription is required afterward to continue full access. This powerful study tool helps you build confidence and streamline your CFA exam preparation, whether just beginning or completing your final review. This app uses Apple's standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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CFA Level 1 Prep

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CFA Level 1 Prep: Investment Foundations is an independent, unofficial study companion for candidates preparing for the CFA Program Level I exam format. A purchase is required to unlock full access (hard paywall). Choose Monthly, Yearly, or Lifetime. WHY THIS APP • 2,000+ original three-option practice questions across ten topic areas • Timed full mock (180 questions) and Session 1 / Session 2 mocks (90 Q · 135 min) • No negative marking practice — attempt every item under time pressure • Formula flashcards and ethics case drills • Topic mastery, readiness score, streak, exam countdown • Review incorrect & bookmarked items with spaced repetition • Offline-first — study without Wi-Fi TOPIC AREAS Ethical and Professional Standards · Quantitative Methods · Economics · Financial Statement Analysis · Corporate Issuers · Equity Investments · Fixed Income · Derivatives · Alternative Investments · Portfolio Management EXAM-STYLE PRACTICE Practice with three-choice items aligned to commonly described Level I computer-based format (two sessions, 135 minutes each). Weights used for bank sizing follow approximate public mid-range topic weights and may differ by exam year — always verify official CFA Institute guidance. SUBSCRIPTION & PRICING (USD) • Monthly Premium — auto-renewing monthly access • Yearly Premium — auto-renewing annual access (best value) • Lifetime Access — one-time unlock Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/cfa-level-1-prep/privacy.html Support: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/cfa-level-1-prep/support.html DISCLAIMER This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to CFA Institute. CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks of CFA Institute. Content is original educational material for personal study and is not official curriculum, past exams, or CFA Institute mock exams. Using this app does not guarantee exam success or membership.

Screenshots

CFA Test Sim4 screens
CFA Level 1 Prep4 screens

Verdict

The call

CFA Test Sim and CFA Level 1 Prep are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. CFA Test Sim sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and CFA Level 1 Prep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
CFA Test Sim versus CFA Level 1 Prep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCFA Test SimCFA Level 1 Prep
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAaratus, inc.MD Shahariar Nazim Joy

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CFA Test Sim

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • 3-Month Subscription3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • 6-Month Subscription7 Days trial$49.996 Months
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  • 12-Month Subscription$79.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99
3 purchases

CFA Level 1 Prep

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$59.99

Questions

Is CFA Test Sim free?
CFA Test Sim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CFA Level 1 Prep free?
CFA Level 1 Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CFA Test Sim or CFA Level 1 Prep have ads?
Neither CFA Test Sim nor CFA Level 1 Prep shows ads.

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