Princeton Review LSAT Prep Review

Introduction

If Kaplan is the “Coca-Cola” of test prep, The Princeton Review is the “IBM”-serious, reliable, and focused on results. They are best known for their 165+ Score Guarantee, which promises a score that can get you into a Top 25 law school. If you are willing to put in the work (and it is a lot of work), Princeton Review provides the structure to get you there.

In 2026, Princeton Review has updated its curriculum to reflect the removal of Logic Games (gone since August 2024). The course now doubles down on Logical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension, with new drills designed to build the stamina required for the text-heavy exam-stamina that matters even more now that the test is back to in-person sittings.

Pricing and Plans

Princeton Review offers a few main packages. The “Fundamentals” course is their standard offering, but the “165+ Guarantee” course is their flagship product.

Plan	Price	Format	Best For
Self-Paced	~$799	Online Only	Independent learners
Fundamentals	~$1,250	Live Online	Standard prep needs
165+ Guarantee	~$1,699+	Intensive Live	Students aiming for T14 schools

Note: Prices fluctuate frequently based on sales.

Features Breakdown

The 165+ Guarantee

This is the main selling point. If you start with a baseline score of 158+, they guarantee a 165+. If you start lower, they guarantee a significant point increase (usually 10+ points). This puts the pressure on them to teach you well.

Hardcopy Books

While most courses have gone fully digital, Princeton Review still ships you a box of 11 physical textbooks. For students who prefer highlighting and writing in margins, this is a huge advantage.

• Live Classes ⓘ Yes
• Mobile App ⓘ No
• Analytics ⓘ No
• Books ⓘ No

Princeton Review and the 2026 LSAT

Beyond the Logic Games removal, two 2026 changes are worth weighing:

• In-person testing returns (August 2026). Nearly all test-takers must now sit the multiple-choice LSAT in person at a Prometric center (June 2026 was the last at-home remote sitting for most candidates). Princeton Review’s deliberately difficult practice questions and live, structured courses are a strong fit for building the endurance an in-center test demands-the “lift 100lbs so 80 feels easy” philosophy translates directly to a high-pressure testing room.
• New interface + Argumentative Writing. The 2026-2027 cycle uses a new on-screen LawHub interface (identical content, redesigned tools), and since July 30, 2024 the writing section is the more rigorous Argumentative Writing task: a debatable issue with three or four perspectives, 15 minutes to plan and 35 minutes to write. It’s unscored but required before LSAC releases your score. Princeton Review’s materials cover the new format, and all official PrepTests are now available in the new interface.

Student Experience

The Princeton Review experience is academic. The dashboard isn’t as gamified as 7Sage or as flashy as Blueprint. It feels like a college course. The video lessons are thorough, often featuring an instructor in front of a whiteboard. It’s not “fun,” but it is effective.

Verdict

Choose The Princeton Review if you want a rigorous, no-nonsense course that forces you to study. The workload is heavy, but for students aiming for the Ivy League of law schools, it’s a proven path.

• Overall
  4.5
• Ease of Use
  4.0
• Features
  4.8
• Support
  5.0
• Value
  4.3

Scale 0-5. Ratings are our own weighted assessments.