Quimbee Bar Review (2025): The Budget Disruptor

From Case Briefs to Bar Prep

Every law student knows Quimbee. It’s the site you used to survive 1L year when you didn’t read the cases. But Quimbee has grown up. They now offer a full-service Bar Review course that challenges the “Big Two” on price and engagement.

The “Anti-Lecture” Course

Quimbee doesn’t do “lectures” in the traditional sense. They do videos.

• Style: High-quality animations, professional voiceovers, and humor.
• Length: Short and punchy.
• Effect: You actually watch them. You don’t zone out like you do with a professor standing at a podium.
• Visuals: They use visual metaphors to explain complex legal concepts (e.g., using a cartoon “bundle of sticks” to explain property rights).

The Price Tag

This is the biggest selling point.

• Barbri: ~$3,000 - $4,000
• Themis: ~$2,700
• Quimbee: ~$1,199
• Savings: You save enough to pay for your rent during bar prep.

Is It “Enough”?

Yes. Quimbee uses real, licensed NCBE questions (the actual questions from past exams). They offer attorney-graded essays. They have a study calendar. The only thing missing is the “fear factor.” Quimbee feels friendly and approachable, which can be disorienting if you think bar prep needs to be miserable to work.

The Guarantee

Quimbee puts their money where their mouth is. If you complete the course and fail the bar, they give you a 100% refund. Not just a free retake—cash back. That is a bold promise that shows they believe in their product.

Verdict

If you are paying for bar prep yourself, Quimbee is the smartest financial decision. You get a high-quality course for a fraction of the price, and the videos are actually enjoyable.