Digital SAT vs ACT Predictor-Test Details & What You’ll Get

Introduction

Curious about whether the Digital SAT or the ACT suits you best? Our Digital SAT vs ACT Predictor simulates both exams to help you discover your strengths, understand timing demands, and see which test aligns with your learning style. Below are the detailed specifications for the predictor test and what the report reveals.

Test Format & Structure

We’ve designed the predictor to mirror real test conditions. The total Test time is  2 hours and 21 minutes. Here’s the breakdown of all the sections.

Table 1: Test Structure and Details
Test Section Calculator Questions ❓ Timing ⏱ (minutes) Time/Question ⏳ (seconds)
ACT English 📝 N/A 25 18 43
SAT Math ➗ ✔ Yes 20 23 69
SAT Reading/Writing 📖 N/A 45 54 72
ACT Math ➗ ✘ No 20 23 69
ACT Reading 📚 ✘ No 20 23 69
ACT Science 🔬 ✘ No 20 20 60
TOTAL 130 141 ~65
Terms and Abbreviations: N/A: Not Applicable

What You Get with the Predictor Report

After completing the test, you’ll receive a comprehensive diagnostic report. Here’s what we include:

  • Section-by-section performance metrics for both the Digital SAT and Digital ACT.
  • Comparison of your strengths and weaknesses: which test format suits you more.
  • Question‐difficulty breakdown per section.
  • Topic analysis: which subtopics (e.g. grammar, algebra, science) need more work.
  • Percentile predictions & overall test recommendation (Digital SAT, Digital ACT, or both).
  • Instant online access to results + downloadable diagnostic  report PDFs.

Why This Diagnostic Helps You Choose Wisely

  • Save time and energy by focusing your preparation on the test you’re more likely to excel in.
  • Understand pacing and question type differences, so you’re not surprised on test day.
  • Tailor your study plan with data-driven insights instead of guessing.
  • Saves time by taking one Test instead of 2 separate tests.

Why to Take the Predictor?

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Save Time and Energy

Focus your preparation on the test you’re more likely to excel in, maximizing your study efficiency.

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Understand Pacing and Question Type

Get familiar with different formats so you’re not surprised on test day and can manage your time effectively.

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Tailor Your Study Plan

Receive data-driven insights instead of guessing, creating a personalized preparation strategy.

Saves Time

Take one comprehensive test instead of 2 separate tests, streamlining your decision-making process.

  • Sign up and create the Socrato account.
  • Choose a testing option: digital or paper scan.
  • Set aside uninterrupted time to complete all  sections.
  • Submit the test results.
  • Get your detailed diagnostic report immediately.

How to Take the Predictor

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Sign Up & Create Account

Create your Socrato account to get started

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Choose Format

Digital or Paper Scan testing option

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Complete Test

Set aside uninterrupted time for all sections

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Get Results

Get detailed diagnostic report immediately

Sign up and create the Socrato account.

  • Choose a testing option: digital or paper scan.
  • Set aside uninterrupted time to complete all  sections.
  • Submit the test results.
  • Get your detailed diagnostic report immediately.

Start Your Digital SAT vs ACT Diagnostic

Don’t guess which test you should take. Start your diagnostic now to identify which test maximizes your score potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our diagnostic test

The predictor test takes about 175 minutes in total, including two recommended 5-minute breaks. This is designed to simulate real test pacing and endurance.
Yes, a calculator is allowed for specific sections of the test, mirroring the actual Digital SAT and ACT policies. We recommend having a scientific or graphing calculator available during the math portions of the predictor test.
The predictor test contains a carefully curated selection of questions that represent both Digital SAT and ACT question types across all sections including Reading, Writing, Math, and Science. The total number is optimized to provide accurate predictions within the 175-minute timeframe.
Absolutely! Your comprehensive 8-page diagnostic report includes predicted scores for both the Digital SAT (on a 1600 scale) and the ACT (on a 36 scale), along with detailed breakdowns by section and personalized recommendations on which test is better suited to your strengths.
Yes! We provide a sample diagnostic report on our website so you can preview exactly what insights and recommendations you’ll receive. This includes examples of score predictions, strength/weakness analysis, and personalized study recommendations.