Mometrix

Certification prep publisher

Mometrix publishes study guides, flashcards, online courses and practice tests for academic, licensing and professional exams. Free sample questions are available for many exams.

Pricing model
Online courses are monthly subscriptionsStudy guides and flashcards are bought per product; free sample practice tests are on Mometrix Academy
Typical price
$129.99/month for the PHR online course and $149.99/month…$129.99/month for the PHR online course and $149.99/month for the SPHR online course
Free options
Free sample practice tests on Mometrix Academy for many examsShort samples, not full-length exams
Refunds
Courses: full refund if you ask within 7 days of purchase,…Courses: full refund if you ask within 7 days of purchase, once per customer. Books and flashcards bought on mometrix.com: 1-year money-back guarantee.
Access
Online courses run month to month and renew until you cancelCancelling from your account stops the next charge.

Strengths and watch-outs

Strengths

  • Free sample practice tests for many exams, useful as a quick check before paying
  • Online courses include lessons, flashcards and practice questions for HR exams such as PHR and SPHR
  • 1-year money-back guarantee on products bought on mometrix.com, and a 7-day refund on courses
  • Cancel an online course any time from your account

Watch out for

  • Online courses renew monthly until you cancel, and a refund after the first 7 days is not available for the month's charge
  • Course prices are monthly, so at $149.99/month the SPHR course costs about $450 over three months
  • The free practice tests are short samples
  • Some Trustpilot reviewers were disappointed with the physical flashcards

What learners say

Mostly positive Trustpilot reviews

About 87% of Trustpilot reviews are five stars. Reviewers praise thorough study guides, organized content, practice tests and fast delivery of e-books.

Flashcard complaints

Some reviewers say the physical flashcards are small, with hard-to-read text, perforated sheets that need separating, and lower paper quality than earlier versions.

Ratings

SourceScoreReviewsChecked
Trustpilot4.01,4292026-10View ↗

On CertUp

PHR

Free first look

Free PHR Practice Test

A free 35-question timed test covering the seven functional areas, with no account needed. It is a quick read on where you stand, not a full-length exam.

Great fit if you want a free first look at the PHR content areas before paying for anything.

Poor fit if you need full 115-question exams or detailed score reports by area; use Pocket Prep or HRCI's practice exams.

See all PHR practice tests →

aPHR

One cheap book

aPHR Study Guide 2026–2027 (3rd edition)

A third-edition study guide with a content review of the five aPHR areas, test-taking strategy and four full-length practice tests with explanations. Mometrix backs it with a one-year money-back guarantee.

Great fit if you want one inexpensive book to study from

Poor fit if you need video lessons or live teaching; choose HRCI's Coursera certificate or the HR.com class

Free first look

Free aPHR Practice Test

A free practice test across the five aPHR functional areas, taken in the browser without an account. Mometrix sells its larger question sets only inside a paid course.

Great fit if you want a free first look at the five aPHR functional areas before paying for anything.

Poor fit if you need full-length exams or scores by area; use Pocket Prep or HRStudyPro.

See all aPHR courses →

SPHR

Free first look

Free SPHR Practice Test

A free practice test across the five SPHR functional areas, taken in the browser. Two 2025 and 2026 passers used it as a free warm-up before paying for other question banks.

Great fit if you want a free first look at the SPHR content areas before paying for anything.

Poor fit if you need full 140-question exams or scores by area; use HRStudyPro or Pocket Prep.

See all SPHR practice tests →

Best for / not for

Best for

  • Candidates who want a free sample practice test before choosing a resource
  • HR candidates who want a month-to-month course with lessons, flashcards and practice questions

Not for

  • Candidates who want a full-length practice exam for free
  • Candidates who prefer a one-time purchase over a subscription course

Alternatives

FAQ

How much do Mometrix online courses cost?

They are monthly subscriptions that vary by exam. The PHR course is $129.99/month and the SPHR course is $149.99/month. They renew until you cancel.

Can I get a refund from Mometrix?

Online courses can be refunded if you contact support within 7 days of purchase (one per customer). Study guides and flashcards bought on mometrix.com have a 1-year money-back guarantee.

Are the free practice tests enough to prepare?

No. They are short samples that show the question style. For full practice you would need a paid course, study guide or question bank.

Last updated October 2026