Comparison

Driver's Ed Lite vs DMV Study

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

Head to head
About

Driver's Ed Lite

Prepare for your DMV permit test with this study and practice app. It offers topic-based learning, mock tests simulating the real exam, and detailed results with explanations. You can also read your state's driver's manual within the app.

Highlights
  • Study laws by topic
  • Mock test simulation
  • Detailed test results with explanations
  • Read state driver's manual
  • Progress tracking meter
  • Randomized questions
  • Shake to skip question
Features
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Prepare to pass your DMV permit test with your iDevice. PREPARE BY TOPICS: You can study the laws by topic. All questions are sorted by topic. It also tells you the areas that each topic covers. Accidents Alertness Attitude Documents Hazard Awareness Motorway Rules Other Types of Vehicle Road and Traffic Signs ************************************************************** Full Version has over 525 questions. This free version only has 40 questions. ************************************************************** MOCK TEST MODE: Mock test simulates the real test format. Questions are presented randomly from all the topics. DETAILED TEST RESULTS: A summary of the practice test is presented at the end of each test. It shows you the time you took, the score, which questions you answered correctly and where you were wrong, explanation for all questions. READ YOUR STATE'S DRIVERS MANUAL: You can also read your state's driver's handbook/manual in landscape and portrait mode. PROGRESS METER: The app records your progress as you start giving practice tests. It shows you a beautiful bar chart so that you can track your weak areas and give more focus on them. VERY EASY TO USE: The slick user interface allows you to choose from possible answers. You don't need to press too many buttons or encounter any alert messages. The app is very interactive and needs minimum user input. Innovative use of iPhone's small screen real estate. Shake your iPhone/iPod to skip a question. FEATURE LIST: • Choose number of questions you would like in each test. • Shows test results in HTML format with explanation for each question. • A new module, "Progress Meter" keeps track of how you are performing in a particular topic or mock test. • Choose your own timer settings. • Shake your iPhone/iPod to skip a question. • Cool sound effects. (You can turn them off if desired.) • Choose your own zoom factor for your question graphics. • Special algorithm that randomizes questions every time you take a test. * Privacy Policy: http://www.webrichsoftware.com/privacy.html * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DMV Study

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
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Pass your DMV permit test, motorcycle license, or CDL exam — all from one app. DMV Study covers every written test you need for 2026: car, motorcycle, and commercial driver's license. Pick your state, choose your license type, and start practicing with questions built from official DMV manuals. THREE LICENSES, ONE APP Whether you need a regular driver's license, a motorcycle endorsement, or a CDL with HazMat and Air Brakes — DMV Study has the practice tests, explanations, and study tools to get you ready. Car (Class D) Prepare for your learner's permit or driver's license renewal with state-specific questions on road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices. Motorcycle Study for your motorcycle permit or endorsement with dedicated questions covering two-wheel handling, protective gear, lane positioning, and riding in traffic. CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Practice for your Class A, B, or C CDL permit. Includes General Knowledge, Air Brakes, HazMat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples, Passenger, School Bus, and Combination Vehicle tests. WHAT MAKES DMV STUDY DIFFERENT Available in English and Spanish — switch languages anytime State-specific questions for all 50 states, updated for 2026 Detailed answer explanations so you understand the why, not just the what Exam simulator that mirrors the real DMV test format and timing Progress tracking to see your strengths, weaknesses, and readiness Offline mode — study without an internet connection No ads during study sessions — zero distractions HOW TO USE DMV STUDY Select your state and license type (car, motorcycle, or CDL). Study through practice exams with instant feedback after each question. Review explanations and focus on topics where you need improvement. Take a timed exam simulation when you feel confident. Head to the DMV ready to pass on your first attempt. BUILT BY A REAL DRIVER DMV Study was created by a licensed CDL holder who passed the real exam. Every question is designed from firsthand experience — not auto-generated filler. That is the difference between studying with someone who has been through it and studying with a random quiz app. Free to start. Download now and begin your first practice test today. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

Driver's Ed Lite4 screens
DMV Study4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Driver's Ed Lite at 63% against DMV Study's 40%. Driver's Ed Lite also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). DMV Study's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (97 vs 13). 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. Driver's Ed Lite sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DMV Study sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DMV Study holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DMV Study has 97 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 63% of Driver's Ed Lite's written reviews are positive against 40% of DMV Study's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Driver's Ed Lite ships an update monthly, DMV Study every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Driver's Ed Lite versus DMV Study: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDriver's Ed LiteDMV Study
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (13 ratings)4.4 (97 ratings) — better
Positive reviews63.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1397 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size142 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWebrich Software LimitedAdrian Del Jesus Sanchez Mendez

Customer experience

Driver's Ed Lite

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral7.7%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews73 reviews
Positive63.0%
Neutral6.8%
Negative30.1%

DMV Study

All ratings84 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral2.4%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

Bugs and requests

Driver's Ed Lite

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Crashes right after completing a test
  • App crashes after update
  • App won't open
  • Keeps exiting and returning to home screen
  • Progress meter resets to zero
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  • Practice tests have errors with answers
  • App keeps reinstalling itself
  • App runs in background slowing down device
  • Upgrade keeps loading
  • California handbook crashes frequently
  • App crashes on startup
  • App takes a long time to download/update

Requested features

14 requests
  • Update for iOS 11 compatibility
  • Fix crashing issue after tests
  • Improve app for iPhone
  • Add bookmarks or progress tracking
  • More challenging questions
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  • Canadian version
  • Mix up answer order
  • More handbooks for different states (e.g., Virginia)
  • Fix issues with practice tests
  • Improve helpful hints tone
  • Make mock test harder
  • Provide state-specific tests
  • Add dark mode
  • Better progress meter functionality

DMV Study

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Driver's Ed Lite

One-time1
  • Full Question Bank$2.99
4 purchases

DMV Study

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Access Monthly$14.991 Month
One-time3
  • Moto - Premium Access$7.99
  • Cars - Premium Access$8.99
  • CDL - Premium Access$49.99

Questions

Is Driver's Ed Lite free?
Driver's Ed Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DMV Study free?
DMV Study is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Driver's Ed Lite or DMV Study?
DMV Study is rated higher. Driver's Ed Lite averages 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while DMV Study averages 4.4 from 97 ratings.
Do Driver's Ed Lite or DMV Study have ads?
Neither Driver's Ed Lite nor DMV Study shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Driver's Ed Lite or DMV Study?
Driver's Ed Lite ships an update monthly, and DMV Study every 4 months. Most recently, Driver's Ed Lite was updated on September 22, 2026 and DMV Study on September 24, 2026.

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