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All 409 questions of the 2026–2030 Technician pool, and every one explains why the wrong answers are wrong — not just which answer is right. Set your VE session date, study what is due, and sit full practice exams built like the real one.
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Every miss teaches.
Even the wrong choices.
The question pool is public. The reasoning is not. Each of the 409 questions has its own explanation that says why the right answer is right and why the others are wrong, so the next time the pool rewords it you still know it. Related reference cards open right under the explanation.
- An explanation for all 409 questions, written for this pool
- Formula and reference cards: Ohm's law, wavelength, power, FCC rules, RF safety
- Spaced-repetition review that brings back what you are about to forget
Sit the exam before the exam.
Every mock draws one question from each of the 35 question groups, the way the real Element 2 exam does, and asks for 26 of 35 to pass. When you finish, you see which groups cost you points in that sitting, worst first, and can review every question with your choice beside the answer. Past exams keep your scores and your pass streak.
Study your weakest
subelements first.
The app ranks the 10 subelements by how you stand across the whole pool, weakest first, and each one opens a drill. Sitting again? Say so when you start, and a retake plan begins with one full diagnostic exam. Your readiness is an estimate from your own study history — never a prediction of your result.
- Readiness from 0 to 100%, with a score for each subelement
- A mistake journal for the questions you keep missing
- A countdown to your VE session and an optional daily reminder
Still stuck? Ask.
Ask a question in your own words and get a short answer with the sources it used — the question pool, the reference cards and FCC rules. It runs on your device and needs Apple Intelligence; on other devices it simply does not appear.
Find any question.
Search the pool, the topics and the reference library by keyword or question ID, and jump straight to the explanation.
Try it free. Unlock once.
Keep it for good.
Start with 50 practice questions spread across all 35 question groups, and one full mock exam, free. The full version unlocks all 409 questions, as many mock exams as you need and weak-subelement drills across the whole pool. One payment, no renewal. The App Store shows the price before you pay.
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One-time purchase. Buy it once and it is yours for life. No automatic re-billing.
Works offline
Every question, explanation, mock exam and reference card lives on your device.
Private by design
Progress syncs through your own iCloud between iPhone and iPad. We never see your data.
No account, no ads
No sign-up, no ads, no analytics. The only permission it asks for is study reminders, and only if you want them.
How Ham Technician Exam Coach Beats Web Portals
Web portals are built for drilling questions in a browser. The Coach is built to make you understand them — on your phone, offline, with no account and nothing tracking you. See how it compares to HamStudy.org and ARRL Exam Review. Competitor details are from their own sites and App Store listings as of September 2026.
| Prep Feature | Ham Technician Exam Coach (Slate Azimuth) | HamStudy.org | ARRL Exam Review |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study Interface | ✓ Coached daily study that adapts to your weak spots | Standard digital flashcards | Browser-based study portal |
| Explanations | ✓ Every question explains why each wrong choice is wrong | Explanations for questions | Short explanations of the correct answer |
| Study Plan | ✓ After every mock, the groups that cost you points; weakest subelements first; a retake plan | Question-by-question drilling | Review by study-guide chapter or pool topic |
| Offline Study | ✓ Native app study works 100% offline | Website needs a connection; offline only in the paid app | Online only; practice exams can be printed |
| Account | ✓ No sign-up — progress syncs through your own iCloud, so only you can see it | Sign-up offered; guest mode available | Site login required |
| Privacy | ✓ Private by design (no tracking, no cookies) | App collects usage data linked to you (App Store label) | Studying requires a site login |
Questions, answered plainly
Which question pool does the app use?▼
The NCVEC 2026–2030 Technician (Element 2) pool, in effect from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. All 409 questions are in the app, grouped into the 10 subelements and 35 question groups of the official syllabus. The pool itself is public domain; the explanations and study tools are our own.
How many questions are on the exam, and what do I need to pass?▼
35 questions, one from each of the 35 question groups. You need 26 correct (74%) to pass. The app's mock exam draws the same way: one question from every group, 26 of 35 to pass.
Is the exam timed?▼
No NCVEC or FCC rule sets a time limit for Element 2. The app's mock runs a 35-minute clock as practice pressure, one minute per question. It is our choice, not an exam rule.
How is this different from free flashcard sites?▼
Free sites are a good way to drill the pool, and many candidates pass with them. This app is for people who want to understand the answers: every question explains why the wrong choices are wrong, mocks show which groups cost you points, and a ranked plan tells you what to study next. It works offline, has no ads and no account.
What can I try for free?▼
50 practice questions spread across all 35 question groups, and one full mock exam. After the free mock you see your score and which groups cost you points; reviewing each missed question needs the full version. The full version unlocks all 409 questions, unlimited mock exams and weak-subelement drills, for good.
What does the license itself cost?▼
The FCC charges a $35 application fee for a new amateur license (47 CFR § 1.1102). Volunteer Examiner teams may also charge a session fee for their expenses, which varies by team — check with the session you book.
Can I study offline, and in which languages?▼
Yes, everything works offline. The app's screens are available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Simplified Chinese. The exam questions, explanations and reference cards are in English, as the exam is.
How do refunds and support work?▼
Purchases go through Apple's App Store, so refunds are requested from Apple in your purchase history. For questions or feedback, write to [email protected]. Not affiliated with the FCC, ARRL or NCVEC.
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409 questions, every one explained. Mocks built like the real exam. A plan that points you at your weakest subelement.
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