# DMV Study vs Cali Driving Test Prep

The clearest difference is rating: Cali Driving Test Prep at 5.0 against DMV Study's 4.4. Cali Driving Test Prep also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). DMV Study's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (97 vs 7). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DMV Study sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Cali Driving Test Prep asks for nothing beyond the download.

Cali Driving Test Prep holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DMV Study has 97 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | DMV Study | Cali Driving Test Prep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (97 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dmv-study-driver-test-2026/id1443887259/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cali-driving-test-prep/id6478354952/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **97** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 54 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adrian Del Jesus Sanchez Mendez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443887258) | [Tal Nir](https://appshunter.io/developer/1589130027) |

## What reviewers say

### DMV Study

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dmv-study-driver-test-2026/id1443887259)

Prepare for your driver's license, motorcycle permit, or CDL exam with state-specific practice tests. Features detailed explanations, exam simulators, and progress tracking. Study offline without ads.

**Highlights:** State-specific practice tests, Car, motorcycle, and CDL exams, Detailed answer explanations, Exam simulator, Progress tracking, Offline mode, Available in English and Spanish

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Moto - Premium Access | $7.99 | one-time |
| Cars - Premium Access | $8.99 | one-time |
| CDL - Premium Access | $49.99 | one-time |


### Cali Driving Test Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cali-driving-test-prep/id6478354952)

Prepare for the California DMV Test with a comprehensive study tool. Access hundreds of practice questions, traffic sign information, and smart study aids. Simulate the exam experience and track your progress to ensure you're ready to pass on your first attempt.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of actual California DMV test questions, Traffic signs and common signs practice, Study tools for incorrect/unattempted questions, Professional analysis of test readiness, Realistic test simulation, Offline access for convenient study

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DMV Study free?

DMV Study is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cali Driving Test Prep free?

Cali Driving Test Prep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DMV Study or Cali Driving Test Prep?

Cali Driving Test Prep is rated higher. DMV Study averages 4.4 out of 5 from 97 ratings, while Cali Driving Test Prep averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do DMV Study or Cali Driving Test Prep have ads?

Cali Driving Test Prep shows ads; DMV Study does not.

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