# New Mexico CDL Test Prep vs CDL Help

The clearest difference is price: CDL Help at Free against New Mexico CDL Test Prep's $12.99. CDL Help also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 37 months) and ratings volume (5.4K vs 2). New Mexico CDL Test Prep's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 23) and ads (none vs shown). On rating and device support there is nothing between them.

CDL Help is free to download; New Mexico CDL Test Prep costs $12.99 up front. CDL Help sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. New Mexico CDL Test Prep asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for New Mexico CDL Test Prep against 4.9 for CDL Help. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CDL Help has 5.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

New Mexico CDL Test Prep ships an update every 37 months, CDL Help every 2 days. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | New Mexico CDL Test Prep | CDL Help |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $12.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-mexico-cdl-test-prep/id1606942984/reviews)** | [4.9 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-help-cdl-prep-test-2026/id6444388755/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **5.4K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 55.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 37 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 14 MB | 133 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kelvin Beecroft](https://appshunter.io/developer/301291170) | [TruckDriver.help](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654388458) |

## What reviewers say

### New Mexico CDL Test Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-mexico-cdl-test-prep/id1606942984)

Prepare for your New Mexico Commercial Driver License (CDL) written exam with a comprehensive platform. Access over 580 practice questions, study aids, and detailed section breakdowns. Includes printable cheat sheets and immediate feedback on answers.

**Highlights:** 580+ practice questions, New Mexico CDL Manual, Road signs guide, Section-specific study, Printable cheat sheets, Immediate answer checking, Bookmark questions

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### CDL Help

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-help-cdl-prep-test-2026/id6444388755)

Prepare for your Commercial Driver's License exam with over 1000 practice questions. Study core and endorsement tests, including HazMat and Air Brakes, with detailed explanations. The app also supports learning CDL regulations and English simultaneously, with support for 10 languages.

**Highlights:** 1000+ practice questions, Core and endorsement tests, Detailed explanations, Multi-language support, Flashcards and reading mode, Frequently missed questions tracker, State-specific information

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

**In-app purchases (23)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly subscription | $17.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| 1 month subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| 1 month subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| 1 month subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| 3 months subscription. | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 months subscription. | $44.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 months subscription. | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 months subscription | $54.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 months subscription | $64.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 months subscription | $64.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 months subscription. | $69.99 | per 6 months |
| 6 months subscription. | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| 6 months subscription | $84.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual (1 year) subscription. | $99.99 | per year |
| 6 months subscription | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| 6 months subscription | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 year subscription | $129.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription. | $139.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription | $149.99 | per year |
| Annual subscription | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful app for CDL permit exam preparation
- 🙏 Helpful for users with limited English proficiency
- 🚀 Questions and answers match DMV exams

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect translations and inconsistent answers
- 🐛 Questions and answers do not match DMV exams
- 🔒 Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect or missing questions and answers
- Inconsistencies between full and express versions
- Restore subscription functionality not working

**Requested features**

- Add audio pronunciation for better learning
- Randomize questions when reviewing
- Provide feedback on test performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is New Mexico CDL Test Prep free?

New Mexico CDL Test Prep costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CDL Help free?

CDL Help is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, New Mexico CDL Test Prep or CDL Help?

New Mexico CDL Test Prep is rated higher. New Mexico CDL Test Prep averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while CDL Help averages 4.9 from 5.4K ratings.

### Do New Mexico CDL Test Prep or CDL Help have ads?

CDL Help shows ads; New Mexico CDL Test Prep does not.

### Which is updated more often, New Mexico CDL Test Prep or CDL Help?

New Mexico CDL Test Prep ships an update every 37 months, and CDL Help every 2 days. Most recently, New Mexico CDL Test Prep was updated on October 27, 2026 and CDL Help on October 27, 2026.

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