# California DMV Test Prep — Driver’s License Practice Test

> California driver's license written exam preparation and practice tests. (iPhone/iPad app by Kelvin Beecroft.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-dmv-test-prep/id315100835 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kelvin Beecroft](https://appshunter.io/developer/301291170)
- Category: Education
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 83 App Store ratings · 65 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-05-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-dmv-test-prep/id315100835/reviews.md

## What is California DMV Test Prep?

Welcome to the most comprehensive test prep platform available. Since 2009 we've helped more than 800,000 students pass the official driver license written exam.

Study aids included:
- California driver license/permit practice test with 230 questions
- Road signs included with 120 questions
- California Driver Manual

Also includes:
- CDL practice test (for commercial drivers)

Features: 
- Preview answers to all practice questions 
- Bookmark questions for later study 
- Study mode has immediate answer checking and explanations
- Questions are not repeated until a topic is complete 
- Practice tests are saved automatically and can be restarted at any time 

Practice questions are available in English only.

Made in U.S.A.

## Key features

- California driver's license practice tests
- Road sign practice questions
- CDL practice tests
- Immediate answer checking
- Bookmark questions
- Study mode with explanations
- Automatic test saving

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| California CDL Practice Test | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of California DMV Test Prep?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Helpful for passing tests
- 👍 Great for studying
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Good for on-the-go studying
- 👍 Useful for license renewal
- 👍 Good for learning driving signs
- 👍 More useful than handbook
- 👍 Worth the cost
- 👍 Helps remember rules/laws
- 👍 Good format and variety
- 👍 Well designed
- 👍 Reliable app

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Only a few test questions
- 🐛 Inaccurate questions/answers
- 🐛 Not a complete study source
- 🐛 Repeated questions
- 🐛 Expensive for content
- 🐛 Manual PDF difficult to use
- 🐛 Outdated content

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes after first test
- App won't reopen after crashing
- App force closes on startup
- Driver's Handbook removed
- Freezes a lot

**Most requested features**

- More test questions
- Unlock remaining sections
- Fix bugs and crashes
- Add videos for visual learners
- Make the test more challenging
- Improve app design
- Lower the price
- Add search/bookmarking to manual PDF

## Recent user reviews (10 of 65)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/california-dmv-test-prep/id315100835/reviews.md

### 5/5 — thank you for making this!

*2022-04-17*

currently studying for my exam, thank you for this great app!

### 5/5 — Great

*2020-07-06*

Great help

### 4/5 — Good app

*2015-05-11, version 4.5*

Helpful, but only 7 test questions

### 5/5 — 100 great

*2015-02-17, version 4.5*

i love this app it really helped me pass my written test!!!

### 1/5 — No good

*2015-01-12, version 4.5*

I can't see the test;(

### 1/5 — Only 7 questions are available - don't download!

*2014-12-21, version 4.5*

I paid for, and downloaded, the app only to find the first seven questions are available to answer. I can find no way to unlock/activate the remaining 4 sections. Seems like a scam.

### 2/5 — DMV

*2014-08-27, version 4.4.3*

it's all good but it crashes daymm need. To get fixs

### 1/5 — Broken

*2014-08-13, version 4.4.3*

App used to work fine but now it is broken and just keeps crashing when it starts.  Beware.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2014-07-29, version 4.4.3*

Useless until the crashes are fixed. Was hopeful about this app. Too bad.

### 5/5 — California

*2014-07-08*

This really helps for people who don't like reading books also fix the bugs I hate this

## Frequently asked questions about California DMV Test Prep

### What does this app offer for driver's license preparation?

This app provides a comprehensive platform for preparing for the California driver's license written exam. It includes a large practice test with 230 questions, a separate section for road signs with 120 questions, and access to the official California Driver Manual. It also offers CDL practice tests for commercial drivers.

### What are the key features for studying?

Key study features include the ability to preview answers to all practice questions, bookmark questions for later review, and a study mode that provides immediate answer checking and detailed explanations. Practice tests are automatically saved, allowing you to restart them at any time.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means that while core study materials might be available for free, certain features or additional content could require a purchase.

### What languages are supported for the practice questions?

Currently, the practice questions are available in English only. The app does not mention support for other languages for the practice tests or study materials.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is designed for individuals who are looking to obtain a California driver's license or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). It is suitable for both new drivers and those seeking to upgrade their license.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.4 — 2022-05-16

Updates to test material

### 5.3.1 — 2022-05-02

- Exam screen layout improvements

### 5.3 — 2022-04-17

- Content updates for 2022

### 5.2 — 2021-12-17

• Updated study material

### 5.1 — 2019-11-30

• Updated study material
• Fixed some screen layout issues

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All apps by Kelvin Beecroft: https://appshunter.io/developer/301291170

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