7Sage vs Kaplan
7Sage and Kaplan sit at opposite ends of LSAT prep pricing. 7Sage starts at $69 a month for on-demand study with live classes. Kaplan starts around $899 for the On Demand course and adds in-person instruction. Kaplan offers a Higher Score Guarantee on live courses; 7Sage offers a score-increase guarantee on select plans. Both need LawHub, about $124 a year, for official practice tests. If you study well alone, 7Sage does the job for less. If you need a classroom, Kaplan is the pick.
| Feature | 7Sage | Kaplan |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From $69/mo (Core) | From ~$899 (On Demand) |
| Format | On-demand + live classes | On-demand + live + in-person |
| Free trial or free tier | Free trial with sample lessons | 14-day free trial of the On Demand course |
| Money-back guarantee | Score-increase guarantee on select plans | Higher Score Guarantee on live courses |
| Official practice tests | Official PrepTests need a separate LawHub Advantage subscription (about $124/yr) | Official PrepTests need a separate LawHub Advantage subscription (about $124/yr) |
Which one should you pick?
- Pick 7Sage if you study well on your own and want the lowest price.
- Pick Kaplan if you need in-person classes and a score guarantee, and the price works for you.
Pros and cons
7Sage
Pros
- Lowest big-brand price: from $69/mo
- Score-increase guarantee on select plans
- On-demand lessons plus live classes
Cons
- Official PrepTests need a separate LawHub Advantage subscription (about $124/yr)
Kaplan
Pros
- Higher Score Guarantee on live courses
- On-demand, live, and in-person formats
Cons
- Highest starting price here: from about $899
- Official PrepTests need a separate LawHub Advantage subscription (about $124/yr)
Sources
- Prices and plan details verified October 12, 2026, against each company's site and third-party reviews. Prices change often: confirm on the company's site before you buy.
- For reference: LSATPathway starts at $49/mo with a free Starter tier, original practice questions (no LawHub needed), and a 15-day money-back guarantee.
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Last updated October 12, 2026