MSRA Comparison
Pass the MSRA vs Emedica
Compare a complete MSRA revision platform with a course-led provider offering a combined question bank, study materials, mock preparation and video teaching packages.
Quick verdict
Emedica may suit candidates seeking a course-led preparation package with clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions, a study guide and mock preparation. Some video teaching is included within its higher-priced taught course.
Pass the MSRA is the stronger option for candidates who want a lower-cost, connected revision system with clearly separated clinical and Professional Dilemmas banks, structured specialty courses, revision notes, active recall, 20 full timed mocks, podcasts and video included within the platform.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Our platformPass the MSRA | Emedica |
|---|---|---|
| Exam practice | ||
| Clinical questions | 8,800+Clinical question practice | 2,380+ totalBoth papers combined |
| Professional Dilemmas practice | 800+ scenarios | 200+ |
| Professional Dilemmas teaching | Dedicated courseFree 100-page textbook | Study guideTaught course sold separately |
| Timed mock exams | 20 full mocksClinical and PD | Clinical and PD mocks |
| Revision system | ||
| Revision notes | 1,100+ | Study guide |
| Flashcards & active recall | 22,500+ each | Not stated |
| Specialty-based revision | 16 coursesNotes, recall and questions | Course and bank categories |
| Audio & video learning | Podcasts + YouTubeRevise away from the screen | Video teaching in higher-priced course |
| Progress tracking | Dashboard + weak areas | Performance tracking |
| Access and value | ||
| Lowest listed price | £30 | £49 |
Information reviewed 19 July 2026.
Why candidates choose Pass the MSRA
Pass the MSRA brings the main stages of learning, active recall, question practice and mock preparation together in one connected platform.
- 8,800+ clinical questions organised across the MSRA curriculum.
- 800+ dedicated Professional Dilemmas scenarios with worked explanations.
- 1,100+ revision notes and 22,500+ flashcards and active-recall Q&As.
- 20 full timed mock papers covering both parts of the exam.
- 16 specialty courses combining learning, recall and questions.
- Podcasts and YouTube revision included without purchasing a separate taught course.
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The biggest difference
Emedica combines a question bank with course-led preparation
- Clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions
- Study-guide based revision
- Clinical and Professional Dilemmas mocks
- Performance tracking
- Additional video teaching through a higher-priced course
Pass the MSRA provides a broader connected revision system
- Separate, clearly quantified clinical and Professional Dilemmas banks
- Structured specialty courses, notes and active recall
- 20 full timed mock papers
- Podcasts and video included
- Lower listed entry price
The practical choice is whether you mainly want a smaller combined question-and-course package or one primary platform covering learning, recall, question practice, full mocks and flexible revision formats.
When a course-and-question package may suit you
Emedica may suit you when:
- you want clinical and Professional Dilemmas questions together;
- you prefer study-guide based preparation;
- you want the option of purchasing a taught course;
- you do not need a large flashcard or active-recall library;
- a smaller published question total is sufficient for your needs.
Professional Dilemmas preparation
Emedica includes more than 200 Professional Dilemmas questions and a study guide. Pass the MSRA provides a more extensive and explicitly structured 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
Emedica’s lowest listed option begins at £49, while additional taught video content sits within a higher-priced course. Pass the MSRA starts at £30 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 the total package required for your revision, not only the cost of the entry-level question bank.
Which revision style suits you?
Emedica may suit you if…
- You want a combined clinical and Professional Dilemmas bank.
- You prefer revision centred on a study guide.
- You want the option of a separate taught course.
- You do not need extensive flashcard and active-recall tools.
- You are comfortable paying more for video-led teaching.
Pass the MSRA may suit you if…
- You want larger, clearly separated banks for both papers.
- You want structured specialty teaching as well as questions.
- You need 20 full timed mock papers.
- You want notes, flashcards and active recall included.
- You revise flexibly using 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 Emedica?
The better choice depends on the type of preparation you want. Emedica may suit candidates seeking a combined question bank, study guide and optional taught course. Pass the MSRA is designed for candidates who want larger dedicated banks, structured specialty learning, active recall, full timed mocks and several revision formats in one system.
Which platform has more MSRA questions?
Pass the MSRA lists more than 8,800 clinical questions plus more than 800 Professional Dilemmas scenarios. Emedica advertises more than 2,380 questions in total across both papers, rather than publishing the same separate clinical and Professional Dilemmas totals.
Which platform has more Professional Dilemmas practice?
Pass the MSRA includes more than 800 dedicated Professional Dilemmas scenarios. Emedica advertises more than 200 Professional Dilemmas questions.
Does Emedica include Professional Dilemmas teaching?
Emedica includes a study guide, Professional Dilemmas questions and taught-course options. Pass the MSRA includes a dedicated Professional Dilemmas course, worked explanations, GMC-guideline summaries and a free 100-page textbook.
Does Emedica include mock exams?
Emedica includes clinical and Professional Dilemmas mock preparation, but a clear public number of full timed mock papers was not stated in the information reviewed. Pass the MSRA includes 20 full timed mocks covering both parts of the exam.
Is Emedica cheaper than Pass the MSRA?
The lowest listed Emedica price reviewed was £49, compared with £30 for Pass the MSRA. Some Emedica teaching content is offered through a higher-priced course, so compare the access period and complete package rather than only one headline figure.
Does Emedica include video teaching?
Yes, Emedica offers video teaching through its taught-course packages. Pass the MSRA includes YouTube and podcast revision alongside its question banks, notes, flashcards, specialty courses and full mocks.
Do I need both Emedica and Pass the MSRA?
Most candidates are unlikely to need two complete paid platforms. Emedica may suit someone wanting its course-led format. Pass the MSRA is intended to work as a broader primary platform covering learning, question practice, recall, mocks and flexible revision.
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Which should you choose?
Choose PassMedicine Choose Emedica if you want a combined question bank and study-guide approach, with the option of purchasing additional taught-course content.
Choose Pass the MSRA if you want larger, clearly quantified banks for both papers, structured specialty revision, active recall, 20 full timed mocks and podcasts and video included at a lower starting 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.
- Emedica 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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