# CDL Test Prep vs CDL Help

The clearest difference is rating: CDL Help at 4.9 against CDL Test Prep's 2.8. CDL Help also leads on ratings volume (5.4K vs 8). CDL Test Prep's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CDL Help sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. CDL Test Prep asks for nothing beyond the download.

CDL Help holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CDL Help has 5.4K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | CDL Test Prep | CDL Help |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-test-prep/id969840166/reviews) | **[4.9 (5.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-help-cdl-prep-test-2026/id6444388755/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **5.4K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 55.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 140 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pham Lam](https://appshunter.io/developer/960536616) | [TruckDriver.help](https://appshunter.io/developer/1654388458) |

## What reviewers say

### CDL Test Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-test-prep/id969840166)

Prepare for your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) exam with a comprehensive question bank. This free app offers hundreds of practice questions designed to cover all aspects of the CDL test, presented in a user-friendly interface.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of practice questions, Covers CDL test content, Easy and friendly user interface, Free to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### CDL Help

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdl-help-cdl-prep-test-2026/id6444388755)

Prepare for your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit test with over 2,500 practice questions and detailed explanations. Study core and endorsement tests in 10 languages, track your progress, and utilize tools like flashcards and timed mock exams to build confidence for your exam.

**Highlights:** 2,500+ practice questions, Detailed explanations, 10 language options, Core and endorsement tests, Flashcards, Timed mock exams, Progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 week subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 month subscription | $29.99 | per month |
| 3 months subscription | $64.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 months subscription | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual subscription | $149.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful app for CDL permit exam preparation
- 🙏 Helpful for users with limited English proficiency
- 🚀 Questions and answers match DMV exams

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Incorrect translations and inconsistent answers
- 🐛 Questions and answers do not match DMV exams
- 🔒 Subscription issues and inability to cancel

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect or missing questions and answers
- Inconsistencies between full and express versions
- Restore subscription functionality not working

**Requested features**

- Add audio pronunciation for better learning
- Randomize questions when reviewing
- Provide feedback on test performance


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CDL Test Prep free?

CDL Test Prep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is CDL Help free?

CDL Help is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CDL Test Prep or CDL Help?

CDL Help is rated higher. CDL Test Prep averages 2.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while CDL Help averages 4.9 from 5.4K ratings.

### Do CDL Test Prep or CDL Help have ads?

CDL Help shows ads; CDL Test Prep does not.

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