Comparison

CFA Exam Practice vs CFA

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

Head to head
About

CFA Exam Practice

Features
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Prepare effectively for the CFA® (Chartered Financial Analyst) exam with the all-in-one CFA Exam Practice app. Whether you're tackling Level I, II, or III, our app offers a powerful combination of quizzes, mock tests, flashcards, and progress tracking to help you master complex finance concepts and exam strategies. Key Features: - Practice Quizzes – Strengthen your understanding with topic-based quizzes covering ethics, economics, financial reporting, portfolio management, and more. - Mock Exams – Simulate real CFA exam conditions with full-length tests to build confidence and timing. - Flashcards – Memorize formulas, key definitions, and core concepts quickly with smart flashcard decks. - Progress Tracking – Monitor your improvement with detailed performance analytics and personalized insights. - User-Friendly Interface – Clean and distraction-free layout for optimal study focus. Disclaimer: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by the CFA Institute. It is an independent educational tool designed to help candidates prepare for the CFA® Program exams.

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CFA

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CFA - ACE is your all-in-one study companion for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam. Whether you're starting Level I prep or sharpening up before test day, ACE helps you study smarter and retain more. WHAT'S INSIDE • 300+ practice questions across the core CFA topic areas, each with a clear explanation • 100 flashcards to lock in key formulas, definitions, and concepts • 15 focused lessons that break the material into digestible sessions • Full-length Mock Exams that simulate the real testing experience • Bookmarks to save tricky questions and revisit them later • Mistake review that automatically collects what you got wrong so weak spots become strengths • Achievement badges and streaks to keep you motivated day after day WHY ACE • Study anywhere, at your own pace • Track your progress and see exactly where you stand • A clean, distraction-free design built for focused study PREMIUM Unlock unlimited access to all questions, flashcards, lessons, and mock exams with a Premium subscription (weekly, monthly, or yearly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://prep.pgintel.dev/privacy CFA Institute does not endorse, promote, or warrant the accuracy or quality of this product. CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.

Screenshots

CFA Exam Practice4 screens
CFA3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CFA Exam Practice at none against CFA's 3. CFA Exam Practice also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). CFA's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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. CFA sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. CFA Exam Practice asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
CFA Exam Practice versus CFA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCFA Exam PracticeCFA
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Fortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZakaria FerzaziVentureLK LLC

In-app purchases

None

CFA Exam Practice

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

CFA

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$24.991 Year

Questions

Is CFA Exam Practice free?
CFA Exam Practice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CFA free?
CFA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CFA Exam Practice or CFA have ads?
CFA Exam Practice shows ads; CFA does not.

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