Topscore is not a tutorial guide in the same sense as Kaplan. It is three exams which you can take section by section or all together to simulate the DAT experience. The format of Topscore mirrors that of the DAT and its screens are nearly identical to the real thing. Even their score sheet looks a lot like the printout you'll receive at the testing center. Topscore is valuable because it can guage your current performance, target areas you need to work on, and also familiarize you to the look and format the DAT. With the real DAT you have a little clock that is always ticking - if you have to stop and read the directions for a section you loose precious time. Without a doubt I recommend that you purchase Topscore.