HamStudy.org
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I thought I had studying mastered with a flashcard app that I was using. I thought that this app would be a poorly thrown together flashcard engine with very little customization but the developer. I thought all wrong.

This maybe the first time I've ever written a review for an app. THIS APP IS AMAZING! It is 100% better than the flashcard app that I was using, and that involved building the question databases MYSELF! This app is aesthetically beautiful, the layout and flow is simple, and the functionality is genius. I can't believe how much this app has helped my studying! I LOVE IT!

Ham Study is the sure fire way to pass any of the exams. It literally hammers the info into your head. I found the best way to study was to find a test date about 2 weeks down the road. Get the HamStudy app and try to spend an hour a day with it. At the end of each hour, take a practice test. Keep tract of how much material you e covered and your aptitude. after about 8 or 9 days you ‘ll have seen Every question on the test. Now keep going; work on your aptitude. Once you e gotten into the high 80%, you are close to being ready. Keep studying until the last day. You’ll pass the test.

I used the website to pass my tech. I didn’t care much for the website as I’d spend more time logging in every time then studying questions. This app is wonderful! Syncing the online account seems to be impossible but I just started fresh (not logging in other then my apple account) and it has been great! I passed my general because of the great key word highlights and brief summary of questions I don’t understand. I’m 40% into the Extra pool and after that, this app even has the commercial license exam’s! WOW! What a great app! Even has the Canadian question pool! Absolutely worth the money!

I poured over the App Store and web browsers and there is a lot offered out there for Amateur (HAM) Radio study / test prep. I found this one to be the easiest to interface with, clear to read and understand instructions and well... it just worked and I liked it the best. If you wanna avoid what I did and but other things that are not as good it’s a waste of time. Get to studying with this app you’ll be far ahead. I used this app almost exclusively and got a 100% on my technician ticket. I’m gonna get right to study for my general since it’s all fresh in my head and now I know I’ve have no problem with this tool!

I’m a physician and test taking and studying are in my blood. Because your testing history cannons be fully cleared, you never really know when you are ready to test, even when you start a new session. You can spend far too long continuing to study, therefore.

The review results are unclear as to the morning of the graphs, and there is no real good grasp of what their “aptitude” rating means.

Don’t waste your time. The developers have pooh-poohed these complaints in their firm and won’t provide options to clear your testing slate or define their terms in the app or website, wish I hadn’t purchased, since it’s all about perpetuating their app.

There’s no reason anyone should fail a Amateur Radio Exam if you study using this app. I passed my Technician & General both during one sitting and went back later and passed my Extra. It was all due to this app. The app has a sense of intelligence, drilling down on the material that it finds you are struggling with. The study mode and practice exams really help prepare you for the actual exam. The “explain” tab that shows up on questions missed in study mode provides explanations and hints to help you remember the correct answers. If you put forth the effort and use this app, you will pass! Hands down the best app to prepare for the Amateur Radio exams!

I used multiple purchased apps to study for my General, then once i become proficient started working on my Extra before taking the General test. I downloaded HamStudy to study for the Extra class license and after using it for a couple weeks decided to go back and go through the General on HamStudy because I found the study methods so much more effective and wanted to increase my proficiency even further. I wish I had started with HamStudy it’s such an excellent well designed app and study tool. I am now ready to pass both exams once testing sessions are being offered again in my area. The app will help you get up to speed to pass your test(s) in the most efficient way.

This app and the material in it works. I only used this app to study, and I just passed my technician test. I studied for one week, and I took a day off here and there. I did the review for a few hours at first before taking the practice exams, then mostly took the exams again and again. I took the real exam online, and it was exactly like the practice exams in the way the questions appeared, how you choose them, and moving on to the next question. Honestly, the online checks from the volunteer examiners took longer than the actual exam. I took maybe 12 minutes to finish the exam, and my comfort level was purely from using this app. It was well worth the small purchase price

The way I learn, I have found this the best way to absorb, comprehend, and memorize information.
Not only are the questions and answers exactly on the test, but the font and styling are a match on the actual exam as well, which to me make a difference in context continuity.

This really is the way I was successful, including flipping the cards to review summary information, and links to dig deeper. Once I was confident taking the practice exams perfectly, I took the actual test in less than 10 minutes. I purposefully returned here to write this review to add my applause and success at completing the Technician exam at 100%.

Other exam and study topics take note: this is the standard.

If you’re looking to pass, this app works. Passed my Technician Class exam with 100%. 30 days later I passed my General with 100%. Now, I’m going for the Extra. I spend time everyday, doing random questions one day, focused study the next. Then, when my proficiency gets pretty good, I start taking the practice tests. Probably did 75-100 of them (they only take 10 minutes once you learn the answers). Once I start racking up 35/35 on the practice exams, repeatedly, I scheduled my exam... and aced it. And, it’s not just rote memorization, you learn things, like how to calculate the length of dipole antennas, how to derive power output, understanding the importance of impedance matching, and more.

HamStudy is a well thought out and easy to use study resource for any class of amateur license. I have both the iPhone version and the MacBook version.

I was originally licensed over 50 years ago and although I kept my license current during those years, I have not been active in the hobby since 1995. HamStudy was instrumental in getting me up to speed in regards to changes in the hobby as well as the FCC regulations. I also used the ARRL License manual as a reference but would estimate that 85% to 90% of my study time was using HamStudy.

I passed my Extra exam on the first try (96%) and I felt very confident during the test thanks to my preparation using HamStudy.

Pass your Amateur Radio exam(s) with the HamStudy apps.

I used only the hamstudy app for my tech exam and absolutely crushed it. Finished in like 3 minutes with a 34/35 (rushed through a question a should have got correct).

Added bonus is the ‘explain’ option actually provides enough info around the content to gain some understanding but not too much info to become overwhelming or burdensome so I actually learned a lot.

The app is easy to use, intuitive and in the context of ham radio, is lightyears ahead of most ham radio related software.

I can’t recommend this app enough, best $ spent in a LONG time.

Using it now to study for my general...

Jan 9th 2022 EDIT:

Just got a 35/35 on the general. Used only the hamstudy app for a few days. Absolutely brilliant app. Thanks gents.

Also, I experienced zero crashing, no glitches, extremely stable (11 max pro).

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Bought this app b/c thirty days to study and pass test. Easy to use, feedback loop makes its use addictive and fun. Most importantly, the explanations enable one to understand how to arrive at the answer using one’s own reasoning (vs. rote learning of Q&A). And the explanations are written by people. I feel as though behind each one is a grizzled Ham operator with their hand on my shoulder, drawing me a picture even I can understand. One answer actually points out that the question omits a key element that would enable reasoning one’s way to the answer. Another tells you that 80% of students get this question wrong because they fail to look at key information supplied in the multiple choice answers.
Doing the test portion is great: progress is tracked, and you are given the option of studying only questions in the sections in which you scored lowest.

I just sat for my exams yesterday. I took all 3 in one sitting. I passed them all; in fact, my highest score was on the Extra, 92%. I started by using the free online version and found it extremely helpful. But then I decided to spend a few dollars to get the app on my phone. I found that I had a lot of free time when I was away from home, away from the computer, so I knew that this app could help me to study when I had free time to spare. The great thing about using the free online version along with this app is that it syncs your progress between both platforms. My background, I have no experience in engineering, and I would rate my math skills as being just average. If you are planning to get licensed, do not stop with just the technician and/or the general license. With this app, you can go from 0 to Extra if you are willing to put in the time and effort.

I had previously used another app to study for the Tech exam and I got two wrong. I couldn’t understand how that could happen because I had memorized everything. As I studied for the General using the same app I started realizing a few of the answers were WRONG. Typos were everywhere in the study sections and practice test sections, and then I found on one question that the answer in both A and C were identical. I paid for HamStudy and don’t regret it one bit. I got 100% on my General exam and that was the best 30-some-odd-bucks I could have spent. Don’t waste your time on a free program with errors. If you are struggling through a test and you answer questions with “wrong” answers, not because you didn’t study hard enough but because you studied to perfection and memorized incorrect answers, that is just cruel and unusual punishment. Pay the bucks, get the right answers and pass your exam the first time.

I used the HamStudy app on my iPhone and iPad. I passed the Technician exam, and later the General exam. I studied a lot, and I used all features of the app.

If I did not understand something I researched it on the internet. Again, the app was my main tool. When I felt comfortable, and after passing 30 practice exams using the app only missing zero, one or two questions out of 35 I then setup an exam date. I studied up to exam day.

I selected an exam session though HamStudy, and tested using Columbia University ARC VE Team online exam. They are a wonderful group.

I hope this helps you to become an Amateur Radio operator (Ham). It is an exciting hobby as well as a serious back up communications tool to help your Community, i.e. missing child search, disasters, SkyWarn, and so much more!

Update - 09March2021, I passed the Amateur Extra exam! The sky is the limit. You can do this too at any age. Good luck!

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Gary

I recently decided to get my amateur radio license and ordered books to study. I normally like to read physical books so I can highlight and make notes in the margins. While waiting on the books to arrive I found Hamstudy and liked the way it worked so I bought the app. By the time the books arrived I realized that Hamstudy was all I needed. I originally planned to get just the Technician level but with COVID and the difficulty I had finding an exam session I had time to study for the others as well while waiting for my test date.

I passed all 3 tests in one session and other than an occasional Wikipedia search I exclusively used this app and their website to study. I cannot find a high enough rating for this app. It’s all you need!

I highly recommend clicking the corner of each question and reading the explanations. Sometimes they are quite technical and lengthy and other times they just offer hints and tips for remembering the correct answer but always helpful.

Great App Hamstudy! Thanks for helping me get my ticket!

Just passed my Technician test an hour ago, absolutely nailed it.
Bought the app 2 weeks prior on a friends recommendation and it is a perfect resource for studying, practice exams and cramming prior to testing
I held a technician license 20+ years ago and allowed it to expire
This app was up to date since the technician license question pool is much larger than it was so long ago
Will be using it to take my General then onwards from there
Really the only app you’ll need to ace your test
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2/24
Passed my General test yesterday with the help of the HamStudy app
Definitely recommend it. You can easily start and stop studying as you have time, practice tests are a huge help
Love this app !
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6/14

Decided I’m going for my AE ticket today
Will also include a new 1x2 callsign.
This App is the way to get there Asap
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7/18
Passed my Amateur Extra today with a 90%...was stuck outside in a folding chair in the hot sun, during Covid, and completed the test on paper ! No pressure!
Can’t say enough about this App. So convenient studying anytime or anywhere
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7/30
Just received a congratulatory email from HamStudy App Developer
One excellent experience using this app !

My math and science training ended in high school. I’ll freely admit that for tech and general, I memorized the answers without trying to understand the underlying material. For Extra, I wanted to know the information.

It may seem counterintuitive to use an questions/answers app to do this, but this one is different. Each question had a somewhat clear explanation, often with outside links for more detail. It uses an outstanding algorithm to determine weak areas and focus more on them, while still asking the easy-for-me questions often enough to keep from getting frustrated or discouraged. And all the while, there were easy-to-understand graphs to track my proficiency through the material.

I did use some other resources—I supplemented my studies as needed with the ARRL Extra manual, YouTube videos, and my Elmers, but this app drove my use of those resources by telling me where my weak spots were. It made my study efficient and effective.

Plus, I could study anywhere and anytime. Small, five minute bursts of study added up—tIme otherwise wasted on TV commercial breaks, lines, and waiting rooms was not wasted.

I will absolutely be recommending this app whenever I discuss my studying technique. It was worth every penny!

Newest update deleted all my previous study progress

App gets stuck on exam results screen. This has happened several times. When it works, the soup is great. Two stars because not reliable.

After completing a practice exam the app locks up preventing me from reviewing missed questions. The only option I have is to force quit the application.

Specifically:
1) Took a previously failed Extra exam on my iPhone.
2) Tried to review the answers on my iPhone. The first answer was displayed, and but then a white screen appeared, requiring an app restart.
3) Uses settings to sync to my Windows laptop.
4) When I reviewed my answers on my laptop, answers I did not select were incorrectly displayed!
The “retake exam” feature is not working correctly.
The app is broken.

3 requests to ask how to clear out data and zero feedback.

This does not sync with website at all. What a waste of $4. Won’t buy jack from this company ever again.

I paid $50+ to get the videos but despite that they were only available for an evening before disappearing. Felt like I wasted my money.

No stars yet! (Had to select one to send review) Twice attempted to register online. Double checked my entry (email). Never got a responding mail from you to complete registration. If I can’t get registered please refund the fee I paid for this app.

HAMSTUDY appears to open but then suddenly close. I'm running iOS 10.3.1. I tried shutting off my iPad. Nope. I then deleted the app and re-downloaded. No luck. I tried both the free and paid version. Same results. Based on others reviews I'm sure HAMSTUDY is a good app. But it will not stay open on my iPad.

You are better off studying HAM via google. The app will only show you the correct answer. Providing a lack of any rhyme, reason or history of the question. You cannot learn via this process. This is essentially forcing you to memorize questions/answers rather than learning how to intuitively navigate these questions.

I am trying to us the cram feature yet after two questions you expect the user to rate the question easy or hard. Who cares? Just let us use the app as we see fit. I am already not impressed with the IC radio I purchased and I am stuck with now I see the app is no different. One more reason to not ever purchase your products.