MSRA Comparison
Pass the MSRA vs MCQBank
Compare a complete MSRA revision platform with a smaller, question-bank-focused resource offering clinical and Professional Dilemmas practice with detailed feedback.
Quick verdict
MCQBank may suit candidates who want a relatively compact bank of clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions with detailed answer feedback and basic performance tracking.
Pass the MSRA is the stronger option for candidates who want substantially more question practice alongside structured specialty courses, dedicated Professional Dilemmas teaching, revision notes, flashcards, active recall, 20 full timed mocks, podcasts and video — all from a lower listed entry price.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Our platformPass the MSRA | MCQBank |
|---|---|---|
| Exam practice | ||
| Clinical questions | 8,800+Clinical question practice | 1,481Published figure varies slightly |
| Professional Dilemmas practice | 800+ scenarios | 250 |
| Professional Dilemmas teaching | Dedicated courseFree 100-page textbook | Question explanationsNo separate course highlighted |
| Timed mock exams | 20 full mocksClinical and PD | Not stated |
| Revision system | ||
| Revision notes | 1,100+ | Not highlighted |
| Flashcards & active recall | 22,500+ each | Not highlighted |
| Specialty-based revision | 16 coursesNotes, recall and questions | Question categories |
| Audio & video learning | Podcasts + YouTubeRevise away from the screen | Not highlighted |
| Progress tracking | Dashboard + weak areas | Performance graphs |
| Access and value | ||
| Lowest listed price | £30 | £48One week |
Information reviewed 19 July 2026.
Why candidates choose Pass the MSRA
Pass the MSRA connects learning, active recall, question practice and full mock preparation rather than relying mainly on a smaller question bank.
- 8,800+ clinical questions across the MSRA curriculum.
- 800+ dedicated Professional Dilemmas scenarios.
- A structured Professional Dilemmas course and free 100-page textbook.
- 1,100+ revision notes and 22,500+ flashcards and active-recall Q&As.
- 20 full timed mock papers covering both parts of the exam.
- Podcasts and YouTube revision included within the wider platform.
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The biggest difference
MCQBank is primarily a focused question bank
- Approximately 1,481 clinical questions
- 250 Professional Dilemmas questions
- Detailed feedback after questions
- Performance graphs
- Short and longer access options
Pass the MSRA provides a complete revision workflow
- Larger dedicated banks for both papers
- Structured specialty courses and revision notes
- Flashcards, rapid quizzes and active recall
- 20 full timed mock papers
- Podcasts and video included
The practical choice is whether you mainly want another focused question bank or one primary platform covering learning, recall, question practice, mocks and flexible revision formats.
When a focused question bank may suit you
MCQBank may suit you when:
- you mainly want additional question practice;
- you prefer a relatively compact question set;
- you value detailed feedback after each question;
- basic performance graphs are sufficient;
- you already have separate notes, recall tools and mock preparation.
Professional Dilemmas preparation
MCQBank includes 250 Professional Dilemmas questions. Pass the MSRA provides a broader and more explicitly taught programme:
- 800+ dedicated Professional Dilemmas scenarios;
- a standalone teaching course;
- worked ranking and selection explanations;
- GMC-guideline summaries;
- a free 100-page textbook.
Price and overall value
MCQBank’s lowest listed MSRA option is £48 for one week. Pass the MSRA starts at £30 for one month and includes:
- 8,800+ clinical questions;
- 800+ Professional Dilemmas scenarios;
- notes, flashcards and active recall;
- 20 full timed mock papers;
- podcasts and video revision.
Compare both the access period and the complete package included, not only the headline payment.
Which revision style suits you?
MCQBank may suit you if…
- You mainly want clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions.
- You prefer a smaller, focused question bank.
- You already have separate revision notes and teaching.
- Basic performance graphs meet your needs.
- You only require a short period of access.
Pass the MSRA may suit you if…
- You want substantially more practice for both papers.
- You want structured learning before and alongside questions.
- You need 20 full timed mock papers.
- You use notes, flashcards and active recall.
- You revise flexibly with podcasts, video and short quizzes.
What candidates valued about Pass the MSRA
Candidates most often highlight the structured Professional Dilemmas teaching, active-recall tools and flexibility to revise in different formats.
I liked being able to read a short topic summary, test myself with flashcards and then go straight into questions on the same area. I spent less time deciding what to revise and more time actually doing it.
I used to approach SJT ranking questions largely by instinct, especially when several options sounded reasonable. The worked explanations helped me see the difference between being supportive and actually dealing with the immediate safety issue.
I was revising around nights and on-calls, so I rarely had the energy for long sessions. I listened to the podcasts on my commute, did quick quizzes during breaks and saved the full mocks for my days off. It worked well around an unpredictable rota.
Common questions
Is Pass the MSRA better than MCQBank?
The better choice depends on what you need. MCQBank may suit candidates mainly seeking a focused set of clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions. Pass the MSRA is designed as a wider primary revision platform, combining larger banks, structured teaching, active recall, full timed mocks, podcasts and video.
Which platform has more clinical questions?
Pass the MSRA lists more than 8,800 clinical questions. MCQBank currently advertises approximately 1,481 clinical questions, although small variations in the figure appear across its public pages.
Which platform has more Professional Dilemmas practice?
Pass the MSRA includes more than 800 dedicated Professional Dilemmas scenarios. MCQBank advertises 250 Professional Dilemmas questions.
Does MCQBank teach Professional Dilemmas?
MCQBank provides Professional Dilemmas questions with answer feedback. Pass the MSRA additionally includes a dedicated teaching course, worked explanations, GMC-guideline summaries and a free 100-page textbook.
Does MCQBank include full timed mock exams?
A clear public number of complete timed MSRA mock papers was not found in the MCQBank information reviewed. Pass the MSRA includes 20 full timed mocks covering both parts of the exam.
Does MCQBank include revision notes?
MCQBank emphasises questions and detailed feedback rather than advertising a separate structured revision-note library. Pass the MSRA includes more than 1,100 revision notes organised across 16 specialty courses.
Is MCQBank cheaper than Pass the MSRA?
No, based on the lowest listed options reviewed. MCQBank starts at £48 for one week, while Pass the MSRA starts at £30 for one month. Prices and access periods may change, so check each provider’s current page before purchasing.
Do I need both MCQBank and Pass the MSRA?
Most candidates are unlikely to need two complete paid resources. MCQBank may provide supplementary question practice, while Pass the MSRA is intended to function as the broader primary revision system covering learning, recall, practice and mocks.
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Which should you choose?
Choose PassMedicine Choose MCQBank if you mainly want a relatively compact clinical and Professional Dilemmas question bank with detailed feedback and straightforward performance graphs.
Choose Pass the MSRA if you want substantially more practice, structured teaching for both papers, specialty courses, active recall, 20 full timed mocks and several revision formats at a lower listed entry price.
For most candidates looking for one primary MSRA revision resource, Pass the MSRA provides the broader preparation system.
Comparison information
- Information is based on publicly available pages from each provider.
- MCQBank information was reviewed on 19 July 2026, checked against their public page.
- “Not stated” means a clear public figure or feature description could not be confirmed.
- Prices, access periods and included features may change.
- Check each provider’s current website before purchasing.
- Disclosure: This comparison is published by Pass the MSRA. Competitor information is taken from publicly available provider pages and reviewed periodically. Pass the MSRA is not affiliated with or endorsed by the providers compared.
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