# Driving Test Routes vs G1 Simulator & Study Guide

The clearest difference is rating: G1 Simulator & Study Guide at 4.8 against Driving Test Routes's 4.0. G1 Simulator & Study Guide also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Driving Test Routes's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Driving Test Routes sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and G1 Simulator & Study Guide sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

G1 Simulator & Study Guide holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 675 and 455 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Driving Test Routes's written reviews are positive against 82% of G1 Simulator & Study Guide's.

Driving Test Routes ships an update every 3 weeks, G1 Simulator & Study Guide monthly. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Driving Test Routes | G1 Simulator & Study Guide |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (675 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/driving-test-routes/id1552362495/reviews) | **[4.8 (455 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g1-simulator-and-study-guide/id1635383156/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **675** | 455 |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | **81.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Route-Led Group Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692536218) | [novice2pro Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1635383158) |

## What reviewers say

### Driving Test Routes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/driving-test-routes/id1552362495)

Prepare for your driving test with detailed, up-to-date routes. Practice with turn-by-turn GPS navigation and voice guidance to build confidence and increase your chances of passing on the first try. Save money by practicing common test routes instead of relying solely on expensive lessons.

**Highlights:** Turn by Turn GPS Navigation, DMV Test Route Previews, Practice up-to-date DMV routes, Unlimited Practicing, Navigation to DMV, Download Offline Maps, Apple CarPlay

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DMV Test Routes Subscription | $5.99 | per month |
| DMV Test Routes Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| DMV Test Routes Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| DMV Test Routes Subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| DMV Test Routes Subscription | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| RouteLed Test Centre 393 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 394 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 401 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre  002 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 402 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 403 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 404 | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 405 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Additional DMV Test Center | $9.99 | one-time |
| RouteLed Test Centre 392 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for test preparation
- 🚀 Accurate and up-to-date routes
- 💡 Allows practice of real test routes
- 🙌 Boosts confidence before the test
- ⭐ Great customer service and support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Routes not always accurate or up-to-date
- 💰 Subscription model can be expensive
- 🚧 Navigation issues and bugs
- 📍 Strict start location requirement
- 🤔 Routes don't always match actual test routes

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes during navigation
- Inaccurate turn-by-turn directions
- Inability to re-join route if you go off-course
- Subscription issues and difficulties canceling

**Requested features**

- More flexibility in starting route locations
- Ability to view routes without subscription
- Improved navigation and voice guidance
- Expanded coverage of test centers
- Offline mode for practicing routes


### G1 Simulator & Study Guide

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/g1-simulator-and-study-guide/id1635383156)

Prepare for your Ontario G1 driver's license exam with over 400 practice questions and a realistic exam simulator. Study road signs, fines, and limits, track your progress, and identify areas for improvement. An optional premium version removes ads.

**Highlights:** 400+ exam-like practice questions, Realistic G1 exam simulation, Study road signs, fines, and limits, Mistake tracking for review, Progress and test date tracking, Ad-free premium upgrade

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app
- 🚀 Passed first attempt
- 🚀 Passed with high score
- 🚀 Passed on first try
- 🚀 Passed with flying colors

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Ads freeze entire app
- 🐛 Feedback when wrong needed
- 🐛 Inconsistent scoring
- 🐛 Confusing question wording
- 🐛 Repeated questions with different answers

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- App doesn't open

**Requested features**

- Add restart button for practice tests
- Reduce ads during practice tests
- No ads during mock tests
- Update app with new rules (e.g. property damage threshold)
- Translate to more languages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Driving Test Routes free?

Driving Test Routes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is G1 Simulator & Study Guide free?

G1 Simulator & Study Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Driving Test Routes or G1 Simulator & Study Guide?

G1 Simulator & Study Guide is rated higher. Driving Test Routes averages 4.0 out of 5 from 675 ratings, while G1 Simulator & Study Guide averages 4.8 from 455 ratings.

### Do Driving Test Routes or G1 Simulator & Study Guide have ads?

G1 Simulator & Study Guide shows ads; Driving Test Routes does not.

### Which is updated more often, Driving Test Routes or G1 Simulator & Study Guide?

Driving Test Routes ships an update every 3 weeks, and G1 Simulator & Study Guide monthly. Most recently, Driving Test Routes was updated on October 27, 2026 and G1 Simulator & Study Guide on October 27, 2026.

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