Comparison

Devil's Advocate vs DipFA Prep

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

Head to head
About

Devil's Advocate

Prepare for your SQE exams with a comprehensive revision tool. Access over 1,000 MCQs, a personalized Blackletter Law Index, and performance analytics to track your progress and compare with peers. Includes podcasts and a study planner for on-the-go learning.

Highlights
  • Over 1,000 MCQs with filtering and timed mocks
  • Personalized Blackletter Law Index for saving rules
  • Spaced repetition for reviewing incorrect answers
  • Detailed SQE performance analytics and peer comparison
  • Module and subtopic score tracking
  • SQE revision podcasts and study planner
Features
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This update brings subscriptions, a smoother sign-up experience, and a range of new ways to learn and stay up to date. Subscriptions You can now subscribe directly in the app, with three plans to suit how you study: monthly, 3-monthly, or 6-monthly. A subscription unlocks full access to both the app and the website. Manage or cancel your subscription any time from your Profile, and use Restore Purchase to get back in on a new device. A better purchase experience We’ve redesigned the sign-up and payment flow to make subscribing clearer and quicker. Insights Browse scrollable Insight articles featuring text, images, embedded videos, and links to relevant areas of the app. Support hub A new Support section (accessible from the bottom bar) lets you search and browse help articles by category — including past Insights, so nothing useful ever disappears. Request a feature Tell us what you’d like to see next. You can now submit feature requests straight from your account. Podcasts with video Podcast episodes can now include embedded video where available. Push notifications Opt in to notifications to stay informed about app updates and news (with separate consent for promotional messages). Misc quality-of-life improvements Terms of use: https://wearedevilsadvocate.com/app-terms/ Privacy policy: https://wearedevilsadvocate.com/da-privacy-policy/

About

DipFA Prep

Features
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DipFA Prep is a focused exam-prep app for the Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA-style knowledge and case-study practice). IMPORTANT: Full access requires an In-App Purchase (auto-renewable subscription or lifetime). The download is free; practice content unlocks after purchase. Restore Purchases is always available on the paywall and in Settings. WHAT YOU GET • 2,000+ original multiple-choice questions across regulation & ethics, investments, protection, pensions, taxation, financial planning process, client advice & suitability, and case-study scenarios • Timed mocks (50 questions · 90 minutes · 70% pass-style practice) • Quick practice, practice-by-topic, weak-area drills • Tax & allowance style flashcards with spaced repetition • Review incorrect answers and bookmarks • Progress dashboard: readiness %, mastery, streak, exam countdown • Works fully offline — no account required WHO IT'S FOR Aspiring and practising financial advisers revising for DipFA-style assessments covering UK regulation, products, tax, pensions, protection and suitability. COMPLIANCE & DISCLAIMER Independent study aid by MD Shahariar Nazim Joy. DipFA is a trademark of the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF). Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to LIBF. Original questions inspired by publicly available FCA rules and UK financial planning practice. This app does not provide financial advice. Practising here does not guarantee a pass on any official assessment. SUBSCRIPTIONS (USD) • Monthly Premium — $9.99 / month • Yearly Premium — $29.99 / year (best value) • Lifetime Access — $49.99 one-time Payment is charged to your Apple Account. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/dipfa-prep/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Support: https://joykhansayan1.github.io/dipfa-prep/support.html

Screenshots

Devil's Advocate4 screens
DipFA Prep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Devil's Advocate at none against DipFA Prep's 3. DipFA Prep's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DipFA Prep sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Devil's Advocate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Devil's Advocate versus DipFA Prep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDevil's AdvocateDipFA Prep
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDevil's AdvocateMD Shahariar Nazim Joy

In-app purchases

None

Devil's Advocate

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

DipFA Prep

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is Devil's Advocate free?
Devil's Advocate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DipFA Prep free?
DipFA Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Devil's Advocate or DipFA Prep have ads?
Neither Devil's Advocate nor DipFA Prep shows ads.

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