Comparison

Electrical Wiring Simulator vs SparkyPass

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Electrical Wiring Simulator

Practice electrical wiring and circuit simulation for training and learning. Master DC and AC circuits, relays, motors, and Arduino projects safely on your device. Ideal for students, apprentices, and hobbyists to build real-world skills.

Highlights
  • DC and AC circuit simulation
  • Relay, motor, and Arduino wiring
  • Step-by-step guided practice
  • Exam and certification preparation
  • Real-time troubleshooting
  • Mobile-first learning
Features
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Electrical Wiring Simulator is a hands-on circuit simulator for electrician training, apprentices, and TVET students. Practice DC and AC wiring, relays, motors, and Arduino circuits on your phone—safe, step-by-step, anytime, anywhere. Join 1M+ learners building real-world wiring skills without tools, live voltage, or a physical lab. MASTER ELECTRICAL WIRING – NO TOOLS NEEDED Learn and simulate house wiring, control circuits, and industrial diagrams right from your device. Designed for students, apprentices, electricians-in-training, instructors, and hobbyists who want hands-on learning—without the risk. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Load control and switching techniques • Series and parallel DC and AC circuits • Relay, contactor, and motor control wiring • Basic electronics exercises • Electrical diagrams and component layout • Load balancing and voltage checks • Real-time troubleshooting and simulation EXAM & CERTIFICATION PREP Build skills for journeyman electrician practice, NEC-style wiring scenarios, and technical assessments. Whether you are preparing for a trade exam, skills test, or classroom lab, EWS helps you practice diagrams, switching, and fault-finding before the real board. EWS is a training simulator—it does not grant professional certification. Always follow local electrical codes, instructor guidance, and safety procedures. WHY LEARNERS CHOOSE EWS • Safe, hands-on circuit simulation • Step-by-step guided practice and tutorials • Built for technical and vocational training • Used in TVETs and training centers worldwide • Mobile-first design for practice on the go • Save progress and track your learning path GO PRO FOR THE FULL SANDBOX • Unlock all circuit modules and exercise tracks • Ad-free learning environment • Unlimited local saves • LMS integration for schools and training programs • Certificate of Completion • Pro-only features, components, and control boards CURRICULUM TRACKS INCLUDE • Basic electricity and DC circuits • AC series and parallel wiring • Relays and solenoids • Contactors and motors • Electronics • EIM and assessment modules Whether you are an apprentice starting out, a student in a technical program, or a professional brushing up on wiring diagrams and control logic, Electrical Wiring Simulator helps you build skills that matter—in the classroom, on the job, and before exam day. PRO OPTIONS • Pro Yearly — 1-year auto-renewable subscription with free trial where offered • Pro Lifetime — one-time purchase • Pro unlocks the full curriculum, unlimited local saves, and Pro-only features and components SUBSCRIPTION TERMS • Price is shown in your local currency before purchase • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase • Yearly Pro renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period • Manage or cancel anytime in Apple ID Account Settings Electrical Wiring Simulator is a learning aid for electrical wiring training. It does not replace certified instruction, licensing, or compliance with local electrical codes. Never perform real electrical work without proper authorization, supervision, and safety procedures. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula Privacy Policy: https://electrosim.simlearningtech.com/privacy-policy

About

SparkyPass

Prepare for electrician certification exams with a comprehensive study tool. It offers practice questions with detailed explanations and code references, along with specialized calculators and engaging learning games. Track your progress and master weak areas to boost your exam readiness.

Highlights
  • Over 550 practice questions with explained answers
  • 2023 and 2026 NEC edition coverage
  • Practice quizzes by topic, difficulty, and type
  • Timed exam simulation
  • Residential and commercial service load calculators
  • Flashcards and progress tracking
  • Gamified learning with streaks and challenges
Features
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SparkyPass is exam prep built for electricians — journeyman and master candidates studying the National Electrical Code. Practice with over 550 questions, every one explained answer by answer with its exact code reference, covering both the 2023 and 2026 NEC editions. STUDY YOUR WAY • Practice quizzes by topic, difficulty, and question type • Timed mode: answer as many as you can before the clock runs out • Daily Challenge that draws from the entire question bank • Flashcards built from the questions you save MASTER THE CALCULATIONS • Residential and commercial service load calculators that walk you through every step — general lighting, appliances, HVAC vs. heat, motor loads, demand factors — the way the exam asks them • Built-in calculator and formula reference, one tap away MAKE IT STICK • Wall of Fame: the questions you miss most become wanted posters — beat them twice in a row to take them down • Drill Weak Spots: focused practice on the topics you miss most • Progress Report: study time, your last five quizzes, and your pace against the exam's three-minutes-per-question budget • Index Trace and Porta Jon: fast-paced games that burn code references into memory • Daily streaks and Watts to keep you coming back SPARKYPASS PRO Full access is $14.99/month, auto-renewing. New subscribers choose either a 7-day free trial or a $0.99 first month. Cancel anytime in your App Store settings. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase; the subscription renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period. Terms of Use: https://sparkypass.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://sparkypass.com/privacy SparkyPass is an independent study tool. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association. NEC and National Electrical Code are registered trademarks of the NFPA.

Screenshots

Electrical Wiring Simulator3 screens
SparkyPass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SparkyPass at 5.0 against Electrical Wiring Simulator's 4.6. Electrical Wiring Simulator's advantage is ratings volume (492 vs 4) and device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Electrical Wiring Simulator sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and SparkyPass sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SparkyPass holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Electrical Wiring Simulator has 492 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

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Electrical Wiring Simulator versus SparkyPass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterElectrical Wiring SimulatorSparkyPass
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (492 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews34.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings492 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size231 MB66 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLouie JueraLuis Velazquez

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Electrical Wiring Simulator

Subscriptions2
  • EWS Pro Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • EWS Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro Access$49.99
1 purchases

SparkyPass

Subscriptions1
  • SparkyPass Pro Monthly$14.991 Month

Questions

Is Electrical Wiring Simulator free?
Electrical Wiring Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SparkyPass free?
SparkyPass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Electrical Wiring Simulator or SparkyPass?
SparkyPass is rated higher. Electrical Wiring Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 492 ratings, while SparkyPass averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Electrical Wiring Simulator or SparkyPass have ads?
Neither Electrical Wiring Simulator nor SparkyPass shows ads.

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