This comparison is published by OmniRN. UWorld offers adaptive practice tests and self-assessments; check whether those tools are included in the package you are considering.
Quick take
| If you need… | Consider |
|---|---|
| Dedicated NCLEX QBank + CAT and self-assessment tools near test day | UWorld (check current plans on nursing.uworld.com) |
| Lower-cost NCLEX QBank + optional live review | Archer Review (check nurses.archerreview.com) |
| School-year study (questions + FSRS flashcards + dose math) with monthly / annual / lifetime | OmniRN |
Dated price snapshot (verify before purchase)
Competitor dollar amounts below were read from official vendor pricing pages on 2026-09-30 (America/Chicago). Promotions change; re-check each vendor's checkout before you buy. OmniRN prices are first-party from omnirn.com.
| Product | Access / plan | Public price noted | Source & date |
|---|---|---|---|
| OmniRN | Monthly | $9.99/mo | omnirn.com homepage, 2026-09-30 |
| OmniRN | Annual | $79.99/yr (3-day trial; card required) | omnirn.com homepage, 2026-09-30 |
| OmniRN | Lifetime | $149.99 one-time | omnirn.com homepage, 2026-09-30 |
| UWorld NCLEX-RN | 30-day | $149 list / $139 promo | nursing.uworld.com/nclex-rn pricing cards, 2026-09-30 |
| UWorld NCLEX-RN | 60-day | $169 | nursing.uworld.com/nclex-rn pricing cards, 2026-09-30 |
| UWorld NCLEX-RN | 90-day | $249 list / $229 promo | nursing.uworld.com/nclex-rn pricing cards, 2026-09-30 |
| UWorld NCLEX-RN | 180 / 360 / 730-day | $329 / $389 / $449 | nursing.uworld.com/nclex-rn pricing cards, 2026-09-30 |
| Archer Q-Bank + CAT | 1 month | $79 promo | nurses.archerreview.com/nclex-rn, 2026-09-30 |
| Archer Q-Bank + CAT | 2 months | $99 promo | nurses.archerreview.com/nclex-rn, 2026-09-30 |
| Archer Q-Bank + CAT | 3 months | $129 promo | nurses.archerreview.com/nclex-rn, 2026-09-30 |
| Archer Q-Bank + CAT | 6 months | $149 promo | nurses.archerreview.com/nclex-rn, 2026-09-30 |
| SimpleNursing NCLEX-RN | Monthly / 90-day / Full Journey (24 months) | $60/mo · $139 90-day · $312 Full Journey | simplenursing.com/pricing, 2026-09-30 |
UWorld self-assessments and course+book bundles are commonly sold as add-ons on the vendor's NCLEX-RN marketing page; confirm current pricing on-site rather than treating any blog number as final. Archer also sells Q-Bank+Videos and Intense PREP tiers at higher prices; confirm the package on Archer.
Feature comparison (high level)
| Feature | OmniRN | UWorld (typical NCLEX-RN course) | Archer (Q-Bank + CAT tier) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCLEX-style QBank | 2,151+ practice questions; 765+ NGN separate; rationale for every answer option | Question counts vary by package; confirm on UWorld | Marketing cites 3,100+ questions (per Archer site; confirm) |
| NGN item types | Bowtie, Trend, Matrix, Multiple response; partial-credit practice where the format calls for it | Full NGN coverage + CAT / readiness assessments (per UWorld marketing) | NGN Q-Bank + CAT / readiness assessments (per Archer marketing) |
| Spaced-repetition flashcards | 1,178 prebuilt FSRS cards | Create-your-own spaced-repetition flashcards (per UWorld site) | Not the primary pitch on base Q-Bank tier |
| Dose math | Step-by-step dimensional analysis | Separate dosage calc add-ons may exist; check current UWorld bundle | Check current plan |
| Curriculum map | 6 modules, 23 topics (ADN/BSN-style arc) | NCLEX-focused QBank + videos | NCLEX-focused + optional videos/live |
| Lifetime option | Yes: $149.99 | Fixed windows (multi-day access lengths); renewals | Fixed access windows; renewals |
| Best fit | Studying during school and into NCLEX | Final-semester / dedicated NCLEX block | Budget NCLEX QBank ± live review |
Counts and included extras change; re-check each vendor before making a purchase decision. OmniRN does not claim a full CAT predictor product comparable to UWorld's or Archer's readiness tooling.
When OmniRN is a fair alternative
- You want one app for semester exams, clinical judgment practice, flashcards, and med math, not only a post-grad QBank.
- You care about price over a full year ($79.99/yr or $149.99 lifetime vs repeating short dedicated-QBank windows).
- You want prebuilt FSRS cards instead of building an Anki deck from scratch or maintaining a separate flashcard subscription.
- You want NGN formats (including Bowtie, Trend, Matrix, and Multiple response) with practice that reflects partial-credit scoring where applicable.
- You are early or mid-program and do not want a 30-90 day bank to expire before you sit NCLEX.
When you should still strongly consider UWorld or Archer
- You are weeks from NCLEX and want UWorld's CAT / self-assessment ecosystem and large established bank.
- You want Archer's live review / Intense PREP-style accountability layer (confirm current cohort offerings and prices on Archer).
- Your instructors or peers standardize on one of those QBanks for cohort readiness assessments.
Those are legitimate reasons. Dedicated NCLEX QBanks and a school-year study app solve overlapping but not identical problems.
About UWorld's pass-rate marketing
UWorld publishes its own pass-rate marketing with engagement criteria and methodology. Read the vendor's current footnotes before using those figures to choose a plan. OmniRN does not independently verify those outcomes or publish a pass-rate claim.
Sample of how OmniRN teaches (public homepage teasers only)
Priority / clinical judgment teaser: R. Martinez heart-failure sample; correct path emphasizes airway/breathing priorities and diuresis, not fluid loading.
Why not D (public sample): A saline bolus adds volume to a patient who is already fluid overloaded and would worsen the pulmonary edema.
Dose math teaser: Dopamine 5 mcg/kg/min, 70 kg, 400 mg/250 mL → 13.1 mL/hr with units at each step (education only; always follow facility policy).
The complete question bank requires a plan. Monthly and annual subscriptions include a 3-day trial for first-time subscribers; payment method required.
How to decide quickly
- Timeline: Exam in ≤8 weeks → a dedicated short-window QBank (UWorld or Archer) is often rational. Two+ semesters left → school-year pricing matters more than a short rental.
- Daily tools: Flashcards + dose math + NGN in one login → OmniRN. CAT practice + vendor assessments → UWorld/Archer.
- Budget over calendar time: Compare total dollars until test day. A sale on a 2-month bank looks cheap until you renew after a delayed test date.
- Verify checkout: Re-open each vendor's checkout the day you buy. Blog tables go stale. A combination of resources (OmniRN in school + dedicated QBank late) is fine.
OmniRN plans and trial terms
| Plan | Price | Billing |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly plan | $9.99/month | 3-day trial for first-time subscribers; payment method required. Renews monthly. |
| Annual plan | $79.99/year | 3-day trial for first-time subscribers; payment method required. Renews annually. |
| Lifetime access | $149.99 one time | One payment; no trial or renewal. |
For monthly and annual plans, cancel before the trial ends to avoid the first charge. Cancel anytime online. See subscription terms and billing help.
FAQ
Is OmniRN "as good as" UWorld?
Different products. UWorld is a mature NCLEX QBank with deep assessment tooling. OmniRN is a nursing-school study app that includes NCLEX-style items, FSRS flashcards, and dose math at a lower ongoing cost. Many students use more than one resource across the year. OmniRN does not claim to replace UWorld for a final-semester CAT practice.
Do you claim a pass rate?
No. We do not publish unverifiable pass-rate claims or ranking slogans we cannot support with public data.
Is there a trial?
Monthly and annual plans include a 3-day trial for first-time subscribers (card required). Lifetime is paid up front. This is not a free question bank.
How many questions does OmniRN have?
OmniRN includes 2,151+ practice questions, with rationales for every option across six modules and 23 topics. The 765+ NGN figure describes NGN content separately from the overall bank. Formats include Bowtie, Trend, Matrix, and Multiple response.
Choose your study plan
Compare the dated table above, verify competitor checkout prices, then try OmniRN if the school-year + lifetime shape fits you.
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Sources
Competitor prices in USD as of September 30, 2026 (2026-09-30). Promotions, packages, and access windows can change. Re-check each vendor site and checkout before purchase.
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