# Ham Radio Exam vs HamWaves

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HamWaves at none against Ham Radio Exam's 3. HamWaves also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Ham Radio Exam's advantage is ratings volume (9 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ham Radio Exam sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. HamWaves asks for nothing beyond the download.

HamWaves holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ham Radio Exam | HamWaves |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-radio-exam/id6449501964/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamwaves/id6497067735/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 34 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vemento AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1640040931) | [Brian MILBURN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1683168741) |

## What reviewers say

### Ham Radio Exam

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-radio-exam/id6449501964)

Prepare for ham radio licensing exams with comprehensive study materials and mock tests. Master regulations, technical concepts, and radio wave propagation to earn your certifications and join the global radio community.

**Highlights:** Exam-focused study material, In-depth knowledge on regulations and technical aspects, Mock exams for three license classes, Progress tracking system, Review past tests, Simplifies complex concepts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Full access to all content | $4.99 | one-time |


### HamWaves

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamwaves/id6497067735)

This app guides aspiring amateur radio operators in the US through the licensing process. It covers exam study, taking the test, getting on the air, and understanding radio equipment and operations. It's designed for new and prospective Technician level operators.

**Highlights:** FCC license process navigation, Exam study and testing information, Getting on-the-air guidance, Radio equipment selection, Technician level band-plan, Online and in-person event resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ham Radio Exam free?

Ham Radio Exam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HamWaves free?

HamWaves is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ham Radio Exam or HamWaves?

HamWaves is rated higher. Ham Radio Exam averages 4.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while HamWaves averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Ham Radio Exam or HamWaves have ads?

Neither Ham Radio Exam nor HamWaves shows ads.

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