The top 10 driving test apps

As the hours of driving lessons start to build up, you should be spending more time preparing for your theory and practical test outside of your lessons. There are plenty of books available for practising the multiple-choice theory test, as well as The Highway Code, but what about hazard perception and the practical test? This is where apps come in handy - with simulated multiple choice and hazard perception tests often built into them.

Because apps are easy to keep up-to-date, they tend to have the most up-to-date theory questions, test structure and hazard perception tests too. But there’s no shortage available to download, so we’ve compiled the 10 most highly rated driving test apps to make the decision easier.

1. Driving Theory Test 2020 UK

An app licensed by the DVSA, the Driving Theory Test 2020 app combines six apps in one. It covers car, motorcycle, LGV, PCV and ADI theory tests, as well as the hazard perception test. The Driving Theory Test 2020 app also includes your own personal trainer who works out which questions you struggle with the most, and helps you to review them later.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS / Android

2. Official DVSA Theory Test Kit

The official app from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency contains everything you need to pass your theory test the first time around. It includes the Official Highway Code, interactive hazard perception video clips and extra tips and tricks. It’s not free, but it’s well worth the £4.99 it costs.

Price: £4.99

Download here: iOS / Android

3. Driving Theory Test 4 in 1 Kit

With the claim that they’ll give you back your test fee if you fail your theory test after using the app, the Driving Theory Test 4 in 1 Kit is cheaper than taking your test again. Updated with more theory questions from 2020 than any other app, and including unlimited mock tests, you’ll easily feel confident by the time you take our theory test with this app.

Price: £4.99

Download here: iOS / Android

4. 2020 Driving Theory Test

The 2020 Driving Theory Test app includes all the materials you need to prepare for your theory test. It has test questions, hazard perception clips and road sign testing - as well as set rules from the Highway Code. The app is also available offline, so you can practice for your driving theory test without draining your data.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS only

5. Driving Theory Test 2020

With more theory test questions than any other app, Driving Theory Test 2020 is here to help you pass your test. From mock tests and unique case studies, to a coach mode that helps you focus your revision areas, Driving Theory Test 2020 provides you with everything you need to know to pass your theory test.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS / Android

6. Show Me Tell Me Lite

It isn’t just theory tests that you can practise via your phone. There are apps available to practise your practical test too. As part of your practical driving test you will be asked to answer two vehicle safety questions by the examiner, also known as the ‘show me, tell me’ questions. This easy to use app takes your through examples of each question type and then tests you on your response. A great way to prepare for your practical test outside of lessons.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS only

7. Pocket Instructor - UK Driving Skills and Test Guide

The Pocket Instructor app helps you build up the skills you develop during your driving lessons - from your very first lesson to your test. For each part of your driving course, Pocket Instructor has a quiz to reinforce your knowledge while encouraging your understanding of priorities and control while driving.

Pocket Instructor also covers PassPlus course content if you are looking to expand on your driving abilities.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS / Android

8. Practical Driving Test 2020 Video Driving Lessons

With over six hours of driving lesson videos, the Practical Driving Test 2020 Video Driving Lessons app will help you revise after lessons - and refresh your memory before your test.

Each video is broken down into sections to help you go over all the routines and manoeuvres you learn in your driving lessons. There’s also a quiz after each section to help you work on the areas you struggle with the most.

Price: £4.99

Download here: Android only

9. Learn to Drive 2020

From applying for your provisional driving licence, finding the right driving instructor, and booking your theory test, the Learn to Drive 2020 app is here to help. Packed with expert advice, the app covers all the essentials about learning to drive including multiple-choice questions and how to combat those driving test nerves on the day.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS / Android

10. Learn to Drive

Learn to Drive takes you through the practical element of your driving test step by step. Using this app alongside your lessons is a surefire way to pass, by continually refreshing your skills in between lessons. With inbuilt animations, Learn to Drive also helps you work on your roadside positioning and instils driving priorities.

Price: Free

Download here: iOS / Android

No matter which driving test app you choose, practise always makes perfect. Choose the one that’s most suited to your learning style - everyone takes in information differently.

There’s no substitute for the real thing though -everyone needs time behind the wheel. So get as much practise as you can, with learner driver insurance.