Comparison

ECS Test & Toolkit vs IPAF Practice Exam

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

Head to head
About

ECS Test & Toolkit

Prepare for your ECS Health, Safety & Environment exam with over 400 practice questions and mock tests. Access essential on-site tools, calculators, and reference guides for UK electricians. Features include cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, and safety checklists.

Highlights
  • 410+ practice exam questions
  • Timed mock tests
  • 10 BS 7671 calculators
  • Quick reference guides
  • Card tracker with expiry reminders
  • Toolbox talks with digital signatures
  • Safe isolation checklist
Features
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ECS Toolkit is the ultimate companion app for UK electricians — combining ECS Health, Safety & Environment exam preparation with powerful on-site tools, calculators, and reference guides, all in one app. NEW: Made for iPhone Duo. Open it out to see each question beside its explanation, and the calculators, quick reference and utilities beside the one you're using. --- EXAM PREP --- 400+ practice questions across 11 ECS HS&E topics. Timed mock tests (50 questions, 30 minutes) weighted across all 11 topics. Topic-based quizzes (15 questions) for focused revision. Randomised questions and answers to reinforce genuine understanding. Detailed answer explanations. Track your progress with per-topic statistics and mock test history. Daily Question with spaced repetition and streak tracking. --- 10 BS 7671 CALCULATORS --- * Cable Sizing - current carrying capacity per BS 7671 * Voltage Drop - mV/A/m calculations * Prospective Fault Current - Ze, Zs and PEFC * R1+R2 * Adiabatic Equation * Ohm's Law / Power * EV Charger Installation * Solar PV / DC Sizing * Conduit & Trunking Fill * IP Rating & Zones * Save favourites for quick access --- 7 QUICK REFERENCE CATEGORIES --- * PPE requirements * H&S regulations * Electrical safety * Fire extinguisher types * Safety signs with 45 pictorial images * First aid procedures * Site safety essentials * Bookmark and access references quickly on-site --- 8 ON-SITE UTILITIES --- * Card Tracker - manage multiple ECS/CSCS cards, expiry reminders, and MyECS links * Toolbox Talks - 29 built-in talks, digital attendance with signatures, create custom talks with voice dictation * Safe Isolation - interactive GS38 checklist with timestamps, photo evidence embedded in PDF exports, reusable templates * RIDDOR Guide - interactive decision tree, incident records, 27 dangerous occurrences reference * CPD Logger - 10 activity types, progress tracking against annual targets, PDF export, quarterly reminders * RAMS Generator - 7 pre-built risk assessment templates with customisable hazards and PPE * Site Induction - 31-item checklist across 5 sections plus site diary * Daily Question - push notification reminders to keep your knowledge sharp --- BUILT FOR SITE USE --- Large touch targets designed for gloved hands and cold conditions. CloudKit sync keeps your data safe across devices. In-app Help covers every tool. Works offline — no internet required on-site. Whether you're preparing for your ECS HS&E exam or need a reliable toolkit on-site, ECS Toolkit has everything a UK electrician needs in one app. Independent app, not affiliated with or endorsed by the JIB or ECS. * Privacy Policy: https://www.webrichsoftware.com/privacy.html * EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

IPAF Practice Exam

Features
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IPAF Trainer: Ultimate MEWP Certification Prep Master your Powered Access Licence (PAL) and ace your IPAF theory exam with the most comprehensive app. Whether you’re a novice operator or refreshing your knowledge, IPAF Trainer delivers everything you need, right at your fingertips. -Key Features Personalized Dashboard: Monitor your progress, track attempted questions, and jump straight into the module you need. Quiz Mode: Practice realistic, 30-question mock exams with randomized questions drawn from the full IPAF syllabus. Timed scoring helps you build exam confidence. Topic Overview: Drill down into any of the core IPAF subjects—Regulations, Machine Types, Pre-Use Inspections, Ground Conditions, Hazards, Emergency Procedures—and see your mastery percentage at a glance. Flashcards: Reinforce key definitions, safety checks, and regulatory facts with swipeable flashcards you can review on the go. Deep Dive Explanations: Tap any question to reveal in-depth explanations, diagrams, and links to official IPAF guides and HSE regulations. Why IPAF Trainer? Comprehensive Coverage: Every topic in ISO 18878 and the IPAF PAL Exam-Accurate Content: 30-question mock tests mirror the real theory exam’s format, passing score (24/30), and 30-minute time limit. Smart Remediation: Instantly see which subjects you struggle with most, then focus your study where it counts. Offline Ready: Download all content for uninterrupted study—no Wi-Fi or cellular connection needed. -Prepare smarter, not harder. Download IPAF Trainer today and lift your certification success to new heights!-

Screenshots

ECS Test & Toolkit4 screens
IPAF Practice Exam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ECS Test & Toolkit at Free against IPAF Practice Exam's $9.99. ECS Test & Toolkit also leads on device support (3 vs 1). IPAF Practice Exam's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On ads and iOS requirement 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

ECS Test & Toolkit is free to download; IPAF Practice Exam costs $9.99 up front. ECS Test & Toolkit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. IPAF Practice Exam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
ECS Test & Toolkit versus IPAF Practice Exam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterECS Test & ToolkitIPAF Practice Exam
PriceFree — better$9.99
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperGCSE ExamsAdnan Sheikh

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ECS Test & Toolkit

Subscriptions4
  • Full Question Bank$9.991 Month
  • Full Question Bank$14.993 Months
  • Full Question Bank$19.996 Months
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  • Full Question Bank$24.991 Year
None

IPAF Practice Exam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ECS Test & Toolkit free?
ECS Test & Toolkit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is IPAF Practice Exam free?
IPAF Practice Exam costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do ECS Test & Toolkit or IPAF Practice Exam have ads?
Neither ECS Test & Toolkit nor IPAF Practice Exam shows ads.

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