Comparison

Mocktimer vs USMLE Step 1 QBank

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

Head to head
About

Mocktimer

Features
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MockTimer is a simple exam timer designed to simulate real test pressure. Set a fixed time per question and run through a mock exam without pauses, breaks, or saves — just like the real thing. Perfect for students preparing for timed exams such as USMLE, MCAT, or other MCQ-based tests. Features: • Tabata-style question timer • Custom time per question • Adjustable total questions • Clean distraction-free interface • Real-time pacing feedback

About

USMLE Step 1 QBank

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You've read the high-yield chapters. You've highlighted the key concepts. Now it's time to turn them into marks—100% free. Step Aid is the professional active recall companion designed to synchronize perfectly with the world's most popular medical review books. Whether you are preparing for the USMLE® Step 1, PLAB, AMC, AIIMS / NEET-PG, or any other medical postgraduate exam, Step Aid gives you full access to every study tool—completely free. --- 100% FREE ACCESS: UNLIMITED MASTERY Everything in Step Aid is completely free for every medical student: - Full Study Library: Read high-yield content and immediately practice targeted MCQs for every subject and system. No more lugging around bulky textbooks. - Custom Practice: Build personalized sessions by selecting specific topics and custom question limits. - Exam Mode: Simulate board-style pressure with customized timers and question sets. - Daily Mix & Editor's Pick: Get 20 randomized daily questions plus a featured topic refreshed every 24 hours. - Critical Review: Automatically target your top 5 weakest areas to focus your study time where it matters most. - Advanced Analytics: Track your precision with detailed Accuracy and Coverage metrics across every topic. - Search & Navigation: Jump to any topic in seconds using instant search. - Continuity Cards: Pick up exactly where you left off in your reading or practice sessions. --- THE STUDY FLOW: READ → PRACTICE → MASTER Step Aid is organized according to the system-based taxonomy (Subjects > Topics > Subtopics) found in gold-standard review books: 1. Read a high-yield section inside the app or in your textbook. 2. Open the matching topic in Step Aid. 3. Practice targeted MCQs to lock in the concepts immediately. --- WHY STEP AID WORKS - Home Command Center: Access your Daily Mix, Editor's Pick, and personalized Critical Review list from sleek subject carousels. - Study Library: Turn reading into long-term retention by launching immediate practice sessions directly from study topics. - Precision Stats: Monitor your Accuracy and Coverage percentages to know exactly when you are exam-ready. - Global Leaderboard: Earn 10 XP for every correct Daily Mix answer, compete with medical scholars worldwide, and track your rank on monthly resets. --- LEGAL & PRIVACY: - Privacy Policy: https://www.dextromed.com/stepaid/privacy-policy - Medical Disclaimer: Step Aid is an auxiliary educational tool intended for exam preparation only. Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. - Independent Platform: Step Aid is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any official medical examination body (including the NBME, FSMB, or GMC). SUPPORT: - Email: dextromed.app@gmail.com - Web: dextromed.com

Screenshots

Mocktimer4 screens
USMLE Step 1 QBank4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mocktimer at none against USMLE Step 1 QBank's 3. Mocktimer also leads on ads (none vs shown). USMLE Step 1 QBank's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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. USMLE Step 1 QBank sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $59.99 per 3 months. Mocktimer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Mocktimer versus USMLE Step 1 QBank: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMocktimerUSMLE Step 1 QBank
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB55 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNilesh KumarBikal Neupane

In-app purchases

None

Mocktimer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

USMLE Step 1 QBank

Subscriptions3
  • StepAid Premium: 3 Months$59.993 Months
  • StepAid Premium: 6 Months$89.996 Months
  • StepAid Premium: Annual Pass$129.991 Year

Questions

Is Mocktimer free?
Mocktimer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is USMLE Step 1 QBank free?
USMLE Step 1 QBank is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mocktimer or USMLE Step 1 QBank have ads?
USMLE Step 1 QBank shows ads; Mocktimer does not.

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