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Scores by criterion

CriterionAceable (AceableAgent)The CE Shop
Curriculum (25%)8.9/108.9/10
Credibility (25%)8.9/108.9/10
Value (20%)8.9/10 ✓8.4/10
Flexibility (15%)9.5/109.5/10
Support (15%)8.4/108.4/10
Overall8.9/108.8/10

Key facts side by side

Aceable (AceableAgent)The CE Shop
ProgramAceableAgent Real Estate Pre-LicensingThe CE Shop Real Estate Pre-Licensing & CE
Price$169 – $799—
Payment plans—Payment plans available (managed from your account).
DurationVaries by state-required pre-licensing hours.—
FormatSelf-pacedSelf-paced
AccreditationState-approved pre-licensing courses (approval varies by state).State-approved CE courses; national NMLS-approved course listed for mortgage professionals.
CertificateCourse completion certificate for your state license application.Certificate of Completion emailed on completion and downloadable from your account.
Refund policyPass guarantee: if you don't pass the exam, full refund (per the homepage; terms apply).—

Highlighted cells mark the better value for that row (higher score, lower starting price). “—” means not published or not yet checked. Data checked from October 5, 2026.

Our verdict

Choose Aceable (AceableAgent) if…

Future real estate agents who want a mobile-friendly, gamified pre-licensing course.

It scores higher on value.

Choose The CE Shop if…

Real estate and mortgage professionals who want pre-licensing, post-licensing and CE from one online platform.

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