Best MCAT Practice Tests (2025): Free & Paid Ranked
The Golden Rule of Practice Tests
Not all practice tests are created equal.
The MCAT is a standardized test with a very specific “logic.” The only company that perfectly replicates this logic is the AAMC (the test maker). Every third-party company (Blueprint, Kaplan, etc.) is just an imitation.
Here is the hierarchy of practice tests you should follow.
Tier 1: The Gold Standard (AAMC)
You must take all of these. Do not take the real exam until you have completed every single one.
- AAMC Free Practice Exam (Scored): Released recently, this is the most accurate predictor of your current score.
- AAMC Practice Exam 1, 2, 3, 4: The classic full-length exams.
- AAMC Sample Test (Unscored): Good for practice, but you have to use a converter to estimate your score.
Tier 2: The Best Imitations (Blueprint & Altius)
If you need more practice (and you will), these are the closest to the real thing.
- Blueprint (Next Step): widely considered the most representative third-party exams. The interface is perfect, and the scoring curve is fair.
- Free: They offer a free half-length diagnostic and one free full-length exam.
- Altius: Excellent for experimental passages, especially in Bio/Biochem. Their interface is a bit dated, but the questions are high-quality.
Tier 3: The “Deflated” Giants (Kaplan & Princeton Review)
These tests are good for building stamina, but do not trust the score.
- Kaplan: Known for being “deflated.” If you score a 500 on Kaplan, you might be at a 505 on AAMC. They test specific content details more than critical thinking.
- Princeton Review: Known for being brutally hard. They are great for finding your content gaps, but they can destroy your confidence if you take them too close to test day.
Recommended Testing Schedule
- Diagnostic: Take the Blueprint Half-Length Diagnostic (Free) to see where you start.
- Phase 2 (Practice): Use Blueprint Full-Lengths 1-4 to build stamina.
- Phase 3 (AAMC Mode): In the final 6 weeks, switch exclusively to AAMC Full-Lengths. Take one every Saturday.
Summary Table
| Provider | Accuracy | Difficulty | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAMC | 10/10 | Real Deal | Mandatory |
| Blueprint | 8/10 | Moderate | Best 3rd Party |
| Altius | 8/10 | Hard (Bio) | Bio/Biochem Practice |
| Kaplan | 6/10 | Hard (Specifics) | Content Gaps |
| Princeton | 5/10 | Very Hard | Masochists |