# AdaptiBar vs USPTO

The clearest difference is rating: AdaptiBar at 4.9 against USPTO's 4.4. AdaptiBar also leads on ratings volume (2.2K vs 5) and device support (4 vs 2). USPTO's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AdaptiBar sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and USPTO sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AdaptiBar holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AdaptiBar has 2.2K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AdaptiBar ships an update every 2 months, USPTO every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AdaptiBar | USPTO |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (2.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adaptibar/id841039908/reviews)** | [4.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uspto/id6752538957/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.2K** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 89.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AdaptiGroup LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/841039911) | [Forwa Elade Wunde](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685241344) |

## What reviewers say

### AdaptiBar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/adaptibar/id841039908)

This app provides adaptive bar exam preparation using licensed questions and patented technology. It analyzes your performance to focus on weak areas while reinforcing strengths, ensuring you know where to improve. Study on the go with synchronized progress tracking and access to practice questions, exams, and performance analytics.

**Highlights:** Licensed MBE questions, Adaptive learning technology, Customized practice exams, MCQ performance statistics, Progress tracking and synchronization, Substantive flashcards, Video lectures (optional upgrade)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Real Property Lecture Bundle | $129.99 | one-time |
| Civil Procedure Lecture Bundle | $129.99 | one-time |
| Mastering The MBE Upgrade | $129.99 | one-time |
| Smart Online Flashcards | $129.99 | one-time |
| Smart Online Flashcards Upgrade | $129.99 | one-time |
| MBE Simulator reenroll | $299.99 | one-time |
| MBE Simulator & Prep reenroll | $349.99 | one-time |
| MBE simulator & prep | $599.99 | one-time |
| MBE Simulator | $599.99 | one-time |
| Lecture Bundle | $699.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great bar prep on the go
- 👍 Helpful explanations
- 👍 User-friendly app
- 👍 Convenient for on-the-go studying
- 👍 Tracks performance and progress

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connection issues on WiFi
- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 Subject-specific questions not working as expected
- 🐛 Glitches with reviewing past questions

**Reported bugs**

- Interrupting users during timed practice
- Inconsistent performance tracking
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to change highlighter color
- Access to notes taken on the website
- Ability to share questions and answers with study partners
- Retake option for missed questions


### USPTO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uspto/id6752538957)

Prepare for the USPTO Patent bar exam with engaging quizzes covering a wide range of intellectual property law topics. This comprehensive app helps students and professionals boost their knowledge and confidence for the exam.

**Highlights:** Comprehensive quiz app, Covers USPTO Patent bar topics, Boosts knowledge and confidence, Practice questions and simulated exams, Includes MPEP structure, Ethics and professional responsibility

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| 1500 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3500 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 9000 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AdaptiBar free?

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

### Is USPTO free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AdaptiBar or USPTO?

AdaptiBar is rated higher. AdaptiBar averages 4.9 out of 5 from 2.2K ratings, while USPTO averages 4.4 from 5 ratings.

### Do AdaptiBar or USPTO have ads?

Neither AdaptiBar nor USPTO shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AdaptiBar or USPTO?

AdaptiBar ships an update every 2 months, and USPTO every 2 weeks. Most recently, AdaptiBar was updated on October 13, 2026 and USPTO on September 23, 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.*