Kaplan Schweser
Comprehensive CFA prep with study notes, online classes, and question bank.
Provider Snapshot
At a Glance
Good Fit If You Want
- Condensed study materials and summaries
- Visual learning with video lectures
- Practice-heavy learning with thousands of questions
- Structured learning with live instruction
- Full exam simulations and practice tests
Things to Consider
- Check if the teaching style matches your learning preferences
- Compare pricing across multiple providers before committing
- Read reviews for your specific CFA level
- Verify that the curriculum year matches your exam window
Reviews
Used Schweser Essential for Level 1 and passed first try. The SchweserNotes are way easier to understand than the official curriculum. They're concise but still cover everything you need. Masterclass videos were really good, lots of worked examples which helped with application. The Activity Feed kept me on track throughout my study plan. Main issue was the QBank felt easier than the real exam. I ended up switching to CFAI questions in my last month which I'd definitely recommend. Schweser questions are good for learning but don't quite match the actual difficulty level. The checkpoint exams were useful for tracking progress and Pass Protection was nice to have for peace of mind. Overall it's a solid option for Level 1. I'd go with Essential or Premium over Basic to get the pass protection. Just make sure you supplement with official CFAI questions closer to exam day, which made a big difference for me.