Kenhub vs Osmosis (2025): Structure vs Function

Last reviewed: 2025-12-19 · Reviewed by

At a Glance

Who is it for?

Kenhub:Year 1 & 2

Osmosis:Year 2 & 3

Why choose Kenhub?

  • **Identification**: 'Point and click' quizzes to name structures.
  • **Atlas**: High-fidelity medical illustrations.
  • **Histology**: Best platform for learning microscope slides.

Why choose Osmosis?

  • **Mechanism**: Explains *how* diseases happen.
  • **Visuals**: Famous whiteboard animation style.
  • **Clinical**: Links basic science to clinical signs.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityKenhubOsmosis
SubjectAnatomyMedicine
StyleStatic / QuizAnimation

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

You use Kenhub to memorise the parts of the engine. You use Osmosis to understand why the engine is smoking.

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Use-Cases

Spotter Exam (Anatomy)

When to choose Kenhub

  • **Winner.** Perfect prep.

When to choose Osmosis

  • N/A

Understanding Heart Failure

When to choose Kenhub

  • Shows the heart.

When to choose Osmosis

  • **Winner.** Explains the failure.