# HAM Test Prep:  Extra

> Amateur Radio Extra license exam preparation with practice questions and FCC rules. (iPhone/iPad app by Patrick J Maloney LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-extra/id298760002 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Patrick J Maloney LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/297951499)
- Category: Education, Lifestyle
- Price: $2.99 (on sale, was $5.99)
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 312 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.5 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2008-12-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-extra/id298760002/reviews.md

## What is HAM Test Prep?

Includes the Extra Question Pool effective July 1, 2024!

Not sure if you want to buy?  Try out the "Lite" version of this app!

Upgrade your HAM license from General to Amateur Extra!  With the elimination of the Morse Code requirement, there is no reason not to upgrade your license to the highest level to obtain all privileges!

Amateur Radio License exams are composed of questions from a pool.  Use this application prior to taking your exam to review and practice all possible questions.  Then, test your knowledge with practice exams!

After completing your first practice exam, the question pool screen will display your proficiency in each question group for all practice exams you have completed.

You may choose to receive immediate feedback on right and wrong answers when taking a practice test.  On practice tests, questions in a group will not be repeated until all of them have been used.

Some questions require you to review associated Figures.  These figures may be zoomed and panned on iPhone/iPod touch.

FCC rule text is viewable within the application.  All sections can be browsed from the main screen.  Additionally, for questions where rule sections have been identified, the rule text can be viewed on the question screen when studying the question pool or reviewing test results.

An in-progress practice test can be resumed if you exit the test or the application.

Current Extra question pool is valid through June 30, 2028.

Versions of this application for both the Technician and General license classes are also available.

This app has these additional features:
• Accessibility option for vision-impaired users to exclude questions with figures
• Dark mode support
• Portrait and Landscape support on iPad
• Swipe gestures to navigate between questions
• Tap on answer to select it
• Double-tap or use pinch gesture to zoom Figures on iPhone and iPod touch
• Buttons to skip to next/previous wrong answer in test results 
• ARRL question number displayed on practice tests 
• Configurable Test Settings 
• Optional randomizing of test answers 
• Optional auto-advance during test

## Key features

- Extra Question Pool (effective July 1, 2024)
- Practice Exams
- Proficiency Tracking
- Immediate Feedback
- View FCC Rule Text
- Zoomable Figures
- Accessibility Options

## Chart rankings

- #189 in Top Paid · Education (US App Store)

## What do users think of HAM Test Prep?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- ✅ Effective exam preparation and high pass rates
- 📱 Convenient mobile access for studying anytime
- 🎯 Accurate and current question pools
- 📊 Tracks progress and identifies weak areas
- 🎮 Randomized questions prevent memorization by position
- 💰 Affordable pricing
- 📚 Works well alongside ARRL study materials
- ♿ Accessible features for blind users
- ⚡ Intuitive and well-organized interface
- 🔄 Offline functionality
- 🎓 Helps users progress through all three license levels

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes during use
- ❌ Limited practice modes (only randomize tests)
- 🔧 Confusing logic and navigation initially
- 📍 No 'where I left off' bookmark feature

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes almost every time a menu item is selected
- Cannot reset review question selection
- Crashes during long study or test sessions

**Most requested features**

- Bookmark or 'where I left off' feature for resuming sessions
- Ability to reset review question selection
- Option to randomize answer order in practice question pools
- Non-randomized practice mode alongside randomized tests

## Recent user reviews (10 of 87)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-extra/id298760002/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Recommended but ,,,

*2026-01-13*

I have used the first two apps for tech & general.  IMHO, this is the only way to go.  Forget the books, the videos, just use this app and continually practice …

The “but” In The title is just a feature request to include a bookmark or “where I left off” feature for when a user goes back and forth in the app.

### 5/5 — The one to get!

*2024-12-17, version 3.2.1*

Excellent so and I passed with ease due to studying then reviewing with this app. Thanks!!

### 5/5 — HAM Test Prep: Extra

*2024-09-02, version 3.2.1*

Great app!

### 5/5 — Top Shelf App!

*2024-07-01, version 3.2.1*

50/50 = Priceless

### 5/5 — Excellent tool for your next license

*2024-05-04*

The program has helped me through two levels . Now on my last level thanks to this program app.

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2024-03-30, version 3.2.0*

Thanks for putting in the accessible stuff for blind people.

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2024-03-22, version 3.0.0*

This is helping me study for the extra

### 5/5 — Excellent tool to prep for the exams

*2024-03-07, version 3.0.0*

Nice practice for exam. Marks the sections in the question practice with exam performance results so it is easy find where you need work

### 5/5 — Works great

*2024-02-25, version 3.0.0*

I used this series of apps to get my Technician and my General. Working on Amateur Extra now. I studied for one week before the General using this app and passed it first try.

### 5/5 — Great review asset.

*2023-08-14, version 3.0.0*

Great exam review resource.

## Frequently asked questions about HAM Test Prep

### What does this app do?

This application helps users prepare for the Amateur Radio Extra license exam. It provides access to the official question pool, allows users to take practice exams, and offers detailed feedback on their performance. Users can also review FCC rule text directly within the app.

### What are the key features for studying?

Key features include the complete Extra question pool, practice exams with immediate feedback, proficiency tracking by question group, and the ability to view associated figures which can be zoomed. The app also allows for reviewing FCC rule text relevant to specific questions.

### How much does this app cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There is a 'Lite' version available to try before purchasing the full version, and it does not mention in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### What are the compatibility requirements?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPod touch, with specific features like portrait and landscape support mentioned for iPad. Figures can be zoomed on iPhone and iPod touch. It also supports dark mode.

### What are common use cases for this app?

The primary use case is studying for and passing the Amateur Radio Extra license exam. It's also useful for reviewing FCC rules and understanding the structure of the exam, helping users achieve the highest level of amateur radio privileges.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.1 — 2024-06-19

• Contains new Extra Question Pool which goes into effect on July 1, 2024

### 3.2.0 — 2024-03-28

• Dark mode is now supported
• Added accessibility option for vision-impaired users to exclude questions with figures

### 3.0.0 — 2020-09-21

• Support for all devices
• New, high-quality figure images
• On iPhone/iPod touch, figures are now embedded in the questions and may be zoomed/panned in-place
• Various user interface updates
• Note that this update will clear your Test History
• Please contact support via in-app 'About Application' page or directly via support@patrickjmaloneyllc.com to report any issues

### 2.9.6 — 2020-06-23

• Contains new Extra Question Pool which goes into effect on July 1, 2020

### 2.9.5 — 2019-12-03

• Fix crashes under iOS 13

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## More apps by Patrick J Maloney LLC

- [HAM Test Prep:  Technician](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-technician/id297951496)
- [HAM Test Prep:  General](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-general/id298756574)
- [HAM Test Prep Lite: Technician](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-lite-technician/id303413588)
- [HAM Test Prep Lite:  General](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-lite-general/id303413935)
- [HAM Test Prep Lite:  Extra](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-test-prep-lite-extra/id303414909)

All apps by Patrick J Maloney LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/297951499

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