Comparison

Motor Control Circuits vs IBEW Exam Prep

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

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About

Motor Control Circuits

This app helps electrical technology professionals understand and master various methods for starting and controlling electric motors. It provides detailed explanations of control circuits and a comprehensive library of single-phase and three-phase electrical symbols.

Highlights
  • Motor starting and control methods
  • Explanatory circuit diagrams
  • Single-phase electrical symbols
  • Three-phase electrical symbols
  • EU and US/CAN standards
  • Comprehensive symbol library
Features
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Motor Control Circuits is a mobile application dedicated to individuals in the field of electrical technologies to help them understand the various methods use for starting and controlling electrical motors. To use this application, a basic knowledge of electrical technology is recommended. This application is structured in to three separate tabs (Control methods, single phase symbols, three phase symbols) The Control methods tab which contains a list detail view of various starting circuits with explanatory for each method. You can learn and master the following symbols from this app:The other two tabs contains a list of single phase and three phase symbol of all devices in both EU and US/CAN standards used in the application respectively. You can learn and master the following symbols from this app: -Fuse -Wattmeter -Inductor -Ammeter -Transformer -Step down transformer -Step up transformer -Electric bell -Battery -Three pole isolator -Connected wires -Not connected wires -SPST toggle switch -SPDT toggle switch -Earth ground -Chassis ground -Digital/Common ground -Bus -Resistor(IEEE) -Resistor(IEC) -Potentiometer(IEEE) -Potentiometer(IEC) -Thermistor -Variable resistor(IEC) -Variable resistor(IEEE) -Trimmer resistor -Light bulb -Non polarized capacitor -Polarized capacitor -Variable capacitor -Variable inductor -Iron core inductor -AC Voltage source -DC Voltage source -Current source -Generator -Battery cell -Control voltage source -Control current source -Ohmmeter -Zener diode -Schottky diode -PN junction diode -Photo diode -Varicap diode(Varactor) -Tunnel diode -Light Emitting diode(LED) -Electric motor -NPN Bipolar transistor -PNP Bipolar transistor -Buzzer -Loud speaker -Microphone -Analog to digital converter -Digital to analog converter -Operational amplifier -Schmitt trigger -Crystal oscillator -Dipole antenna -NOT gate (Inverter) -Antenna -AND gate -OR gate -NAND gate -NOR gate -XOR gate -D Flip-Flop -Multiplexer 2 to 1 -Multiplexer 4 to 1 -Demultiplexer 1 to 2 -Demultiplexer 1 to 4 -Open switch -Closed switch -Half inductor -chassis -Pulse -Saw tooth -Step function -Solder bridge -Jumper -Sinusoidal generator -Pulse generator -Triangular wave generator -Basic amplifier -Center tapped transformer -Milli ammeter -Milli voltmeter -Micro ammeter -Light dependent resistor(IEC) -Light dependent resistor(IEEE) -Voltmeter -AC contactor coil -DC contactor coil -AC solenoid coil -DC solenoid coil -Iron core center tapped inductor -Ferrite core center tapped inductor -Attenuator -Current transformer -Buffer -Constant current source -Constant current diode -Circuit breaker -Center tapped inductor -DIP switch -Laser diode -Electrical interlock -Bridge rectifier -4-pole isolator -Feed through capacitor -Loop antenna -Flashing led -Normally open limit switch -Normally close limit switch -DPDT switch -DPST switch -Normally close contact -Normally open push button -Fused isolator -Contactor poles -Three phase supply -Thermal relay -Squirrel cage induction motor -Wound rotor induction motor -Rectifier -Normally open timer contact -Normally close timer contact -Emergency stop push button -Transducer -Tri state buffer -Power outlet -XNOR gate -Thyristor -Three phase induction motor -Emergency switch -Normally close thermal relay contact -N-channel FET -P-channel FET -Cathod Ray Oscilloscope (CRO) -DC motor -Photo transistor -Photo darlington -Single phase motor -Opto-isolator(optocoupler) -Relay coil -Relay switch -Solenoid valve -Thermocouple -AC to DC converter -DC to AC converter -DC to DC converter -Cavity resonator -Ceramic resonator -Coaxial cable -Crystal microphone -Current limiting diode -Darlington transistor -Delay line -Globe valve -Butterfly valve -Gate valve -Ball valve -Star winding configuration -Delta winding configuration -Lab winding configuration -Wave winding configuration -Female contact -Male contact -Female plug -Male plug -Galvanometer -Synchronoscope -Varmeter -Tachometer -Normally open flow switch

About

IBEW Exam Prep

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IBEW Exam Prep is the complete study companion for the IBEW/NJATC Aptitude Battery Test — the standardized entrance exam used by IBEW apprenticeship programs to screen applicants for Inside Wireman, Outside Lineman, Residential, and VDV tracks. Our full-length practice test matches the real exam: 33 Algebra & Functions questions in 46 minutes, followed by 36 Reading Comprehension questions in 51 minutes — 97 minutes of timed practice end-to-end. Results are delivered on the official 1-to-9 scaled score, so you know instantly whether you're hitting the interview threshold of 4 or the competitive tier of 6+. FEATURES Full-length timed exam (69 questions, 97 minutes) that mirrors the real sitting Section-only practice: Algebra & Functions (33 Q / 46 min) or Reading Comprehension (36 Q / 51 min) 250+ questions organized by topic, with a detailed explanation on every item Math topics covered: linear equations & inequalities, functions & function notation, systems, quadratics, exponents & radicals, word problems (rate, mixture, work, percent), number sense & ratios, sequences & patterns, geometry basics, polynomials Reading skills: main idea, supporting details, inference, vocabulary in context, author's purpose & tone, sequence & process 22 full reading passages spanning trade, safety, labor history, civics, and science SwiftUI-rendered math diagrams: coordinate graphs, parabolas, intersecting lines, right triangles, rectangles, circles, number lines, function tables, inequality regions Question navigator with flag-for-review during the timed exam Scaled 1-9 scoring with band meaning and a "next-band" gap helper that tells you exactly how many more percentage points you need Per-topic performance analytics so you can see your weakest areas at a glance Built-in Exam Guide covering eligibility, prerequisites, scoring, interview tips, retake policy (3-6 month wait), and test-day advice Math formula reference and reading-strategy reference cards Clean union-blue and gold design, fully optimized for iPhone and iPad in portrait and landscape Works offline — no sign-up, no subscription, no ads WHO IT'S FOR IBEW apprenticeship applicants preparing for the NJATC Aptitude Battery Test, high-school seniors considering a trade career, career changers exploring the electrical industry, and test retakers using the 3-6 month waiting period productively. FROM PRACTICING ENGINEERS NETWORK (PEN) We build professional exam-prep apps for the trades. No tracking, no ads, no hidden fees. DISCLAIMER This app is an independent study tool and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) or the Electrical Training Alliance (formerly NJATC). Trademark names are used here in their generic descriptive sense.

Screenshots

Motor Control Circuits4 screens
IBEW Exam Prep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is chart position: IBEW Exam Prep at #145 against Motor Control Circuits's unranked. Motor Control Circuits's advantage is price ($5.99 vs $6.99) and iOS requirement (13.3 vs 17.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Motor Control Circuits costs $5.99 and IBEW Exam Prep $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Motor Control Circuits versus IBEW Exam Prep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMotor Control CircuitsIBEW Exam Prep
Price$5.99 — better$6.99
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank—#145 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperForwa Elade WundeYuhsiu Lai

In-app purchases

None

Motor Control Circuits

No in-app purchases

None

IBEW Exam Prep

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Motor Control Circuits free?
Motor Control Circuits costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IBEW Exam Prep free?
IBEW Exam Prep costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Motor Control Circuits or IBEW Exam Prep have ads?
Neither Motor Control Circuits nor IBEW Exam Prep shows ads.

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