STEP By PGC vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against STEP By PGC's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

	STEP By PGC This App	CDL Practice Test 2026 by ABC Nemesis	NCLEX PN & RN Medic Test 2026 Contender	はじめてのTOEIC®問題集 Contender	Canadian Citizenship 2026 Contender	MFT Exam Lite Contender	Golearn Peer	US Citizenship 100 Questions Peer	Pass My Boards CFPC SAMPs+MCQs Peer	US Civics Prep Flashcards Peer
Core Identity
Developer	TheTowertech	Thanh Hung	Apps Labs	StudySwitch, Inc.	Apps Labs	LICENSURE EXAMS INC	Team Golearn.	Dongwoo Pae	Pass My Boards Inc.	Junel Corales
Category	Education	Education	Medical	Education	Education	Education	Education	Education	Medical	Education
Platform	iOS	iOS, Android	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS	Android, iOS	iOS
Store Metrics
Rating	2.9 / 5	4.9 / 5	4.7 / 5	5.0 / 5	4.6 / 5	1.6 / 5	4.0 / 5	5.0 / 5	4.4 / 5	5.0 / 5
Ratings Count	11	27,435	27	4	33	7	4	13	20	9
Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	Free	$0.99	Free	Free	Free	Free
Release Date	Jul 16, 2017	Jun 20, 2019	Sep 14, 2023	Dec 19, 2020	Dec 11, 2024	Mar 27, 2009	Jun 9, 2025	Oct 16, 2019	Sep 15, 2025	Jan 22, 2020
Last Updated	Oct 21, 2025	Dec 4, 2025	Jan 22, 2026	Dec 17, 2025	Dec 31, 2025	Mar 22, 2017	Apr 21, 2026	Dec 24, 2025	Feb 25, 2026	Oct 2, 2024
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment	mixed	excellent	-	positive	-	negative	-	excellent	-	excellent
Score	50/100	92/100	-	85/100	-	20/100	-	90/100	-	90/100
Praises	Comprehensive resource availability	Question accuracy Explanation clarity	-	Extensive free content	-	-	-	Citizenship test preparation content provides high utility for users studying on the go Intuitive interface design mirrors popular language learning apps for easy navigation	-	Audio playback options during practice cards simulate the actual interview process effectively for users Comprehensive question categories covering government and history ensure thorough preparation for the citizenship exam Efficient study flow allows users to complete the entire question bank within fifteen minutes
Complaints	Technical instability	Paywall gating	-	-	-	Outdated content and lack of updates	-	-	-	-
Requests	-	Free AI access	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Strategic Intel
Strengths	Counselor tab functions as a B2B distribution funnel into physical coaching partnerships	Mentora AI tutor provides personalized rationales that static flashcard competitors lack State-specific question bank ensures compliance across all 50 US jurisdictions Passing probability analytics drive user retention by visualizing exam readiness	-	2366-question library provides high-volume utility Freemium model removes entry barriers for price-sensitive students	-	Specialized niche content for AAMFT licensure	-	Swipe-based interface reduces cognitive load for casual learners Focused niche-specific content builds trust with citizenship applicants	-	Audio-based interview simulation mimics actual exam conditions 15-minute full-bank completion flow minimizes user time-cost
Weaknesses	2.9-star rating indicates technical friction in the current build	Pro subscription gate limits AI tutor access for free-tier users Lack of formal pass guarantee reduces trust for high-stakes certification seekers Android rating lags iOS by 0.09 points, indicating platform-specific UI or performance friction	-	No automated study notifications to drive daily usage Static interface lacks interactive feedback loops	-	No updates since 2017 1.57-star rating on iOS	-	No spaced-repetition algorithm limits long-term mastery 100-question limit lacks depth compared to professional suites	-	Zero monetization strategy limits long-term development budget Static flashcard model lacks algorithmic retention optimization
Pricing	free	freemium	freemium	freemium	free	paid	freemium	free	free	free
Momentum	Zombie	Steady	-	Maintenance	-	-	-	Zombie	-	Zombie
Update Cadence	1 versions	5 versions	-	5 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~129d avg	-	-	-	1 versions	-	1 versions, 1 majors/6mo

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