The INBDE prep programs from Bootcamp and Booster are incredibly similar. From price, to user interface, to the number of practice problems offered, the two courses are eerily alike. However, when you get below the surface, there are definitely some differences that you should be aware of. Find out which course better fits your needs in this detailed comparison guide.
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In early 2025, our team had a chance to reevaluate the study materials from INBDE Bootcamp and INBDE Booster. Below, you’ll find our updated opinion on how these two prep courses stack up.
In the video above, John from the Test Prep Insight team compares the INBDE prep courses from Bootcamp and Booster. For more detail regarding these courses, be sure to read our full, written comparison below.
In order to keep this post focused on comparing and contrasting these courses, rather than providing a detailed overview and review of each program, I instead plan to cover the major differences between them and where I see each having an advantage over the other. Let’s start with INBDE Bootcamp.
One of the main highlights of the Bootcamp program is the series of video lessons from Mental Dental. Honestly, they are the star of the show on the instructional side.
Basically, by purchasing Bootcamp’s course, you get access to the Mental Dental videos from Dr. Ryan. These video lectures are superb, and dive deep into all the need-to-know material on the exam. They focus on high-yield content and don’t waste your time with unnecessary fluff.
Plus, their lead instructor, Dr. Ryan, has a great delivery. He’s very good at making testable material easily understandable.
One thing I would note is that these videos don’t have quite the same production value that the video lessons from DAT Bootcamp have. For some reason, these video lectures tend to have a more dated PowerPoint-style slideshow delivery, while the DAT Bootcamp videos are more modern and have really stunning visuals (just in case you had taken DAT Bootcamp before dental school and were wondering).
Otherwise though, the content in these video lessons is very much on point and I think they add a ton of value. This partnership between Bootcamp and Mental Dental is a nice value add.
When it comes to INBDE preparation, practice material is arguably the single most important feature to consider.
Let’s start with quantity—right off the bat, INBDE Bootcamp has a slight edge. They offer around 2,500 practice questions, while INBDE Booster provides about 2,300. While a difference of 200 questions isn’t huge, if you’re relying heavily on practice work for your prep, having those extra questions could be valuable.
That said, quantity alone isn’t the deciding factor—it’s the quality of the practice material that truly matters. When comparing which platform’s practice questions most closely match the real INBDE exam, we think Bootcamp comes out ahead.
Their questions felt better aligned with the actual difficulty, format, content, and length of real exam questions. Some of Booster’s questions, in contrast, felt either too easy or too difficult, whereas Bootcamp’s were more balanced and realistic.
Additionally, we found Bootcamp’s answer explanations to be slightly stronger. While Booster does a great job incorporating graphics and illustrations into their explanations, Bootcamp’s written solutions were clearer and better articulated, making it easier to understand why an answer was correct or incorrect.
My favorite part of the Bootcamp question explanations though is the Key Takeaways feature. Basically, at the very bottom of every problem solution, Bootcamp gives you a one or two sentence key takeaway that drives home the most important point to be remembered from the problem. I thought those were great.
So, when looking at overall practice material—both in terms of quantity and quality—we give the advantage to INBDE Bootcamp.
Lastly, let’s talk about the written study materials, which include study notes, cheat sheets, and flashcards. When comparing these resources, we found that the choice really depends on your personal preference and study style.
Our team had a tough time picking a clear winner in this category because both INBDE Bootcamp and INBDE Booster excel in different ways. If you prefer longer, more detailed study notes, we think Booster has the edge—their materials are well-organized and provide in-depth explanations that cover topics thoroughly.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for more condensed, high-yield cheat sheets, we found Bootcamp’s to be more effective for quick review.
In particular, when it comes to cheat sheets—which are typically just a few pages summarizing the most critical information—we liked Bootcamp’s format better, as they offer straight-to-the-point, high-yield content that makes last-minute studying easier.
Ultimately, deciding which platform has the better written study materials comes down to what works best for you: detailed, long-form notes (Booster) or quick, digestible cheat sheets (Bootcamp).
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Now that we’ve covered why one may want to select Bootcamp over Booster, let’s flip the script and discuss why Booster may be the superior choice.
Another win for INBDE Booster is cost. This is pretty simple: the Booster INBDE course is more affordable than Bootcamp’s course.
Booster’s most popular course option (with 90 days of access) costs $279, while the comparable course from Bootcamp costs $20 more at $349. It’s not a massive difference, but if you’re pinching pennies after dental school, it could be enough to change your mind.
That being said, it is worth mentioning that Bootcamp is pretty really aggressive with their sales and special promotions, so make sure to check for coupon codes before making a decision.
After applying discounts, the price difference is typically a lot smaller, making Bootcamp an even more attractive choice.
The next feature I want to touch on is program interface and user experience. While it’s not the most critical factor when choosing a prep course, it’s still worth mentioning.
In this category, we give the edge to INBDE Booster. They recently revamped their interface with a sleek, modern dark theme, and overall, it just looks and feels more polished. That said, when it comes to actual functionality and ease of use, both programs are pretty much equal—they’re intuitive, well-organized, and easy to navigate.
So, while interface design won’t make or break your study experience, if you appreciate a more visually appealing, modern layout, Booster has a slight advantage.
Next, I think Booster has done a nice job with two unique features: their marking system and performance analytics.
As for the marking system, Booster essentially allows you to bookmark problems as you go, and then review them later under a tab from the dashboard. This is great for working on your weaknesses, and I really liked this little feature, using it often.
Secondly, Booster has some great performance analytics and insights as well. This data is based on your question bank performance, and I found that really useful as well.
These are two small, but helpful features where Booster gets an edge over Bootcamp. Plus, their new interface is super sleek. With the addition of this dark theme, and some fun games with prizes, it’s a great user experience.
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While both prep programs offer similar features and a well-structured curriculum, our team ultimately believes that INBDE Bootcamp comes out on top. The biggest factors in our decision were the quality of their video lessons and practice materials, which we found to be more effective, engaging, and realistic compared to Booster.
Since these two elements—instructional content and practice work—are the core of any great prep program, we have to give Bootcamp the win.
Although Bootcamp’s course does come at a slightly higher price point, we think the added value in terms of study materials and overall effectiveness makes it worth the investment. So, in the end, if you’re looking for the best all-around INBDE prep course, Bootcamp is our top recommendation.
Both INBDE Bootcamp and INBDE Booster offer strong prep programs, but our team gives the edge to Bootcamp due to its more realistic practice questions, engaging video lessons, and clearer answer explanations. While Booster has a sleek interface and strong visual aids, Bootcamp’s study materials feel better aligned with the actual INBDE exam, making it the better overall choice in our team’s opinion.
The biggest difference between INBDE Booster and Bootcamp is content delivery. Bootcamp has an advantage in terms of video lectures and quantity of practice material, while Booster has an edge in terms of price and user experience.
INBDE Booster’s course costs $279, while the comparable course from INBDE Bootcamp costs around $349. It’s not a massive difference in price, but if you’re budget conscious, Booster will be the cheaper option. Keep in mind though that Bootcamp frequently offers discounts and sales.