Comparison

A+ Prep Pro vs CertFlash

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

Head to head
About

A+ Prep Pro

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification with a comprehensive study tool. It offers a large question bank, multiple study modes, flashcards, and detailed progress tracking for both Core 1 and Core 2 exams. Study offline to master IT concepts at your own pace.

Highlights
  • 800+ practice questions with explanations
  • Multiple study modes: Quick Quiz, Practice, Full Exam Simulation
  • 860+ flashcards with shuffle feature
  • Progress tracking: readiness score, predicted score, pass probability
  • Independent tracking for Core 1 and Core 2 exams
  • Offline study functionality
  • Study guides with key highlighted points
Features
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Exam Ready A+ is a comprehensive study companion designed to help you prepare for and pass the CompTIA A+ certification with confidence. Whether you’re studying for Core 1 (220-1101) or Core 2 (220-1102), Exam Ready A+ gives you the tools, structure, and insights you need to stay on track and focus on what matters most. COMPLETE QUESTION BANK Practice with 800+ high-quality questions covering every CompTIA A+ exam domain. Each question includes clear, detailed explanations, helping you understand not just the correct answer, but why it’s correct—so you build real exam-ready knowledge. MULTIPLE STUDY MODES Study the way that works best for you: • Quick Quiz — 10 questions for fast practice • Practice Mode — 25 questions with full explanations • Full Exam Simulation — 90 questions in 90 minutes, just like the real exam • Weak Areas Focus — target your lowest-scoring domains • Custom Quizzes — choose 5–30 questions on demand FLASHCARDS & KEY CONCEPTS Reinforce your knowledge with 860+ swipeable flashcards, complete with explanations and a shuffle feature to keep your study sessions fresh. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Know exactly where you stand with powerful progress tracking: • Exam readiness score • Predicted exam score (200–900 scale) • Pass probability percentage • Domain-by-domain performance breakdown • Quiz history and score tracking • Study streaks and achievements STUDY BOTH EXAMS Switch seamlessly between Core 1 and Core 2 at any time. Your progress is tracked independently for each exam, so you can stay focused and organized. STUDY ANYWHERE - Study guides with Chapters and key highlighted points on what to focus on Exam Ready A+ works 100% offline—no internet required. Study on the subway, at the gym, or wherever your schedule takes you. Perfect for IT professionals, students, and career changers, Exam Ready A+ helps you prepare for one of the most in-demand entry-level certifications in tech—on your terms, at your pace.

About

CertFlash

Prepare for CompTIA certification exams with focused flashcard study sessions. Utilizes spaced repetition to optimize learning and track progress. Study offline anywhere, anytime.

Highlights
  • Spaced repetition learning system
  • 1,050+ flashcards for multiple CompTIA exams
  • Offline study capability
  • Searchable flashcard database
  • Progress tracking and study streaks
  • Quick Quiz mode
Features
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CertFlash is the fastest way to prepare for your CompTIA certification exams. The full A+ deck is free — no account, no subscription, no commitment. One optional purchase unlocks Network+, Security+, CySA+, Linux+, Cloud+, and PenTest+, and every future deck, forever. STUDY SMARTER WITH SPACED REPETITION CertFlash uses a proven spaced repetition system to show you cards at the right time. Rate each card as Again, Hard, Good, or Easy — and CertFlash automatically schedules your next review so you spend more time on what you need and less time on what you already know. WHAT'S INCLUDED - 201 CompTIA A+ flashcards covering hardware, networking, operating systems, troubleshooting, and more - 150 CompTIA Network+ flashcards covering OSI model, TCP/IP, subnetting, VLANs, VPNs, and more - 150 CompTIA Security+ flashcards covering threats, cryptography, identity management, incident response, and more - 150 CompTIA CySA+ flashcards covering security operations, vulnerability management, incident response, reporting, and AI in security operations - 150 CompTIA Linux+ flashcards covering file systems, permissions, shell scripting, containers, automation, and more - 150 CompTIA Cloud+ flashcards covering cloud architecture, deployment, security, and troubleshooting - 150 CompTIA PenTest+ flashcards covering penetration testing, exploits, post-exploitation, and reporting FEATURES - Spaced repetition that adapts to how well you know each card - Search across all 1,050+ flashcards instantly - Favorites to bookmark tricky cards, synced across your devices with iCloud - Quick Quiz mode for a fast random 10, 20, or 50 question practice session - Study streaks with milestone celebrations to keep you motivated - Daily study reminders so you never lose momentum - Progress tracking for every deck with a Due for Review system - Fully offline after download — study anywhere, no internet required FREE TO START Download CertFlash free and start studying for A+ immediately — no account required, no commitment. Upgrade to CertFlash Pro to unlock the other six decks. Try before you buy — preview all three sample cards from each Pro deck right inside the app. CERTFLASH PRO — ONE TIME PURCHASE - Unlock all Network+, Security+, CySA+, Linux+, Cloud+, and PenTest+ decks - 1,050+ total flashcards across all seven exams - All future decks included at no extra cost — pay once, own forever - No subscription Decks are aligned to current exam versions: A+ (220-1201/1202), Network+ (N10-009), Security+ (SY0-701), CySA+ (CS0-004), Linux+ (XK0-006), Cloud+ (CV0-004), and PenTest+ (PT0-003). Built by a CompTIA A+ certified IT professional. Every card is written to reflect real exam objectives. Start studying today and get certified faster.

Screenshots

A+ Prep Pro4 screens
CertFlash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A+ Prep Pro at none against CertFlash's 1. A+ Prep Pro also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 6 days) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. CertFlash sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. A+ Prep Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for A+ Prep Pro against 5.0 for CertFlash. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A+ Prep Pro ships an update daily, CertFlash every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
A+ Prep Pro versus CertFlash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA+ Prep ProCertFlash
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings33
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIsiah RobinsonFogarty Holdings LLC

Customer experience

A+ Prep Pro

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CertFlash

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

A+ Prep Pro

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

CertFlash

One-time1
  • CertFlash Pro$9.99

Questions

Is A+ Prep Pro free?
A+ Prep Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CertFlash free?
CertFlash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, A+ Prep Pro or CertFlash?
A+ Prep Pro and CertFlash are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do A+ Prep Pro or CertFlash have ads?
Neither A+ Prep Pro nor CertFlash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A+ Prep Pro or CertFlash?
A+ Prep Pro ships an update daily, and CertFlash every 6 days. Most recently, A+ Prep Pro was updated on October 31, 2026 and CertFlash on October 31, 2026.

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