- 10-minute study sessions that fit a commute or lunch break.
- No classroom, no schedule. 100% private, on your own timeline.
- Video handbook that turns the Illinois Rules of the Road into short narrated lessons covering the traffic laws and signs you need.
- Exam simulator matching your state's exact question count and passing score.
- Road Ready System for behind-the-wheel skills and road test prep after you pass the written test.
Illinois Online Drivers Ed for Adults
In Illinois, adults 21 and older don't need a driver's ed course, and Zutobi is your complete, all-in-one solution for getting your Illinois license. Adults 18 to 20 must complete a certified 6-hour Adult Driver Education course first; Zutobi is the most effective way to make the knowledge test material stick alongside it.
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Aug 30, 2025Iām a 21 year-old guy that already has a driverās license, but I just wanted to reinforce and test my knowledge. Iāve seen a lot of complaints about subscription fees, but like other great apps, the creators have to make money somehow. Plus, itās not even that bad for what you get ($4.99/week). Personally I never paid or used the free trial, I simply watched one ad every day, and finish in just 2 months! I do, however, have a few complaints of my own... 1. One question read as follows: āYouāre driving in rain just below the speed limit, and you feel that youāre driving too fast for the conditions. What should you do?ā This is so simple & obvious that as you can guess, the answer was SLOW DOWN. 2. Another question read as follows: āYouāre at a crash scene and there is no risk of further collisions. What should you do?ā The answer is ācall the emergency services, unless already doneā. This answer wouldāve been fine except for the last part. You should call 911 no matter what. How else are you going to know itās already been done? By asking everyone whoās there? Not probable. By assuming? Itās bad to assume, because if everyone assumes no one calls 911. 3. Last but certainly not least: āYou have a friend who has had a few beers at a party. What advice should you give him?ā Answer is āGo home by public transport or taxiā. I think itās not too bad of answer, but it should elaborate a bit more like saying āwith a friendā. I wouldnāt want an intoxicated friend taking public transport alone since they are more vulnerable or can even cause him to lash out at someone else. Overall, itās great. I scored 100% on every lesson & test (although not all of them on the first try). Unfortunately I did get one wrong because how it was worded. Oh well, thanks for everything Zutobi:)
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Apr 24, 2026I literally love this app. I downloaded this app yesterday and studied all day. I took my permit test today and passed it with a perfect score. I donāt understand why everyone is complaining yes you do have to pay but thereās a 3 day free trial after that you have to pay. I did all 60 levels in one day because I had to take the test the next day. If you canāt afford it just use the free 3 day trial and memorize and much as you can. This app makes studying fun and entertaining. I couldnāt stay studying for more than 20 minutes on the Book Iāll end up falling asleep but I studied all day this this app which is shocking to me. Thereās even an option to pay $9.99 a month instead of $4.99 a week. $10 a month is not expensive especially for the amount of information this app gives you! I know this a long review but Iām just in disbelief of how much Iāve learned in a couple of hours. When I first downloaded the app I literally had no clue about anything that do with driving. A Day later I passed my permit test with a perfect score. Anyways the point is I loveeee this app and give it a try!
Crow667
Dec 6, 2025At 20 years old itās embarrassing to say that I just got my learners permit. I just āgot aroundā to it because I suffer from severe anxiety and PTSD due to trauma from bad car accidents in the past. When I downloaded this app, I had no hope. I started using it to study, and thanks to the reminder setting, I actually went back to studying from time to time. All of a sudden I had the courage to try and drive in a parking lot, so I did. It was terrifying at first, but I did it. After a while of studying and the mini tests that the app provides, I decided to make an appointment to receive at least my permit. I got to the āfinal testā on the app and I passed, I took it a few more times and I passed those times as well, so instead of waiting for my appointment, I just walked into my dmv. Of course I was still scared of failing, but Iām proud and happy to say that I passed with flying colors. Not a single incorrect answer. This app truly helped me learn all of the knowledge that I needed for the test, along with keeping me on track. I 100% recommend.
JNW1858
Jan 2, 2026I began to study for the test, read the handbook, and took some practice test online and even got apps that had DMV practice test. Though some question I didnāt recognize on the DMV handbook. Then I looked for another source just to try again. I found Zutobi. It has questions that are from the current DMV handbook. And it has a study system that has videos, readings, quizzes, and practice tests. It has a program where you can learn each part of the DMV handbook. This helps everyone to study and have full proof method to remember what is on the test. I really wished I put more study time for Zutobi because it is interactive and you actually want to study. Itās not boring. When I took the actual DMV test, I passed. Itās not worded exactly like what you would see from Zutobi practice test, however I felt a strong confidence taking this test. I would recommend to use Zutobi as one of your study materials to pass the test. Thank you Zutobi for providing for us a great tool to study for the DMV driverās license test.
Shelby Knipp
Oct 19, 2025Hi! If you want to get your permit but you just canāt sit down and read the book, maybe itās the attention span (thatās me) or you just donāt have time (also me) or maybe the book is just too boring (also one of my problems š) this app helps out with these problems a lot. Itās on your phone and so whenever you have free time just open the app click on the next chapter and start reading. The chapter are just shortened versions of the actual book so you get all the information you need just in a shortened version! The app is colorful and itās like a game. If you pass the tests, you get points and go to different levels, with these different levels, you get a different car each time! So it really grabs your attention and makes you wanna keep passing the tests and keep up to see how many points you get. So if anything I said sounds like wow that sounds fun or wow that would really help me out, then definitely get this app and check it out! 10/10 would recommend! šš
Kaylamia B
Aug 23, 2025I would recommend this app, Itās so worth it. Iām studying for my permit test and just taking the DMV practice test or trying to read the book is so boring. I feel they make the question very confusing and hard to understand but with this app I understand everything. I love that they give you pictures to show what is happening or what it is looks like. I like that they give you preview and explain about whatever section u are doing before taking the test for that section. It also explains to you why you got the answer wrong or got it right. Then after a few sections you can take a mini test on those sections u did already. I found this app very helpful so i would definitely recommend it. Especially youāre like me and a visual learner this is the app for you. Plus if you buy the app you get the first 3 days for free and then you start to pay for it. You can even cancel before you start to pay.
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Apr 21, 2026I am so nervous about my taking my test. I have been wanting to go to drivers school for a while now. I asked my mom she said itāll have to wait then a couple of days ago me and my oldest sister was talking about how she was gonna get me a car and which one we wanted then she said something about drivers class that Iāve been wanting to go to. She called up to the place and signed me in I was excited then she said I had to take a permits test, I got scared because I thought I would fail it because I know nothing about driving really. My mom let me drive her car a few times and I did really good. I went on google to see what the questions was like and I barley knew the answers to them. Then I saw a ad for this app and I havenāt felt more confident taking a test in my life. If your looking for something that will help you pass your test for sure this is the app for you.
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May 5, 2026I LOVE this app. I have one year until I can get my permit, so I want to know everything about driving. This is definitely the perfect app for that. I have learned so much already about driving since the second lesson! The lessons are quick and easy. This app basically has you take these quizzes, and you answer which you think is right. (it's multiple choice) It will tell you if you're wrong/right, and then gives some helpful reasons why the rule is that way. The only thing I don't like about this app, is all the ads I have to watch because I don't have the full version. To unlock a level, you have to watch an ad. I understand that watching the ads help bring money to the company that made this, but maybe we can watch an ad every other level instead? Despite that, I love this app and definitely recommend it!
poisonedtearz
Jan 29, 2026I can say I have a hard time concentrating and I needed something that was quick and easy for me to learn. Iām in my 20s and I have driving anxiety, so Iām barely in the process of getting my license. Been realizing for a while that I need to be a bit more responsible and to start driving. Tried to read the hand book, but couldnāt sit around to read it because I would get bored quickly and start doing something else. I downloaded this app and it was very easy! Almost every lesson in this app, I got at least a 90%. Passed all lessons, the final test, the signs tests, and practice tests in the app. A few days later after downloading this app, I went to my permit test appointment. Nervous, but hey I passed on the first try. Missed 3 questions! Thanks to this app for making it easy for me!
libragoddess420
Oct 15, 2025Itās not even expensive.. Single teen mom here who waitresses, so Iām busy. This app helped me stay on track. Everything about it is amazing. I have adhd and some learning issues, but the way they set the curriculum.. not too much reading but enough to inform you about everything. After each chapter (which none are super crazy extensive long) you take a short quiz. All throughout the levels. I think thereās like 62 levels before the final test. Iāve passed every level 80%+ and Iām on level 42 I believe. I love it. Itās an amazing app whoever created it deserves a raise and recognition forreals cus I still wouldnāt know anything abt driving or have the enthusiasm to get my license if it werenāt for this app. Definitely worth it. 11/10 would recommend
KingOfMarshes
Aug 7, 2025I failed the written test 3 times and was losing hope in myself. I struggled to read the handbook because Iām more of a visual learner and a lot of the things said were things I failed to understand or think about. It wasnāt until my cousin and mom recommended me this app that it has been the best that has ever helped me. After many websites and other apps, nothing has helped me understand the rules of the road more than this app. As a visual learner, it has helped me visualize and put myself in scenarios so much better than any other website or app has done for me. Today is the day I passed the test within a week of using the app, and I was able to successfully pass after all these months! I am very thankful and 100% recommend the app to people!
CreepingroAch
Mar 3, 2026Disregard any bad commentary of this app! This app saved me because I have failed my permit test many times before. I have test anxiety and well before using this app I didnāt have any time or way to memorize any driving material. I would take my test stressed and ended up failing before using Zutobi. I used this app for two and a half weeks. You do have to pay to gain access of materials but it is well worth it. I took my permit test today and passed with 100. It sounds unbelievable but isnāt I promise. I could understand the questions and overall helped me. Thank you for creating such a well planned, convenient app that anyone can use!!! I recommend this for teens, college kids, adults, etc because of its convenience and organization.
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Apr 16, 2026I love this app. I passed my test because of this app. Only one tiny problem- there is one question on this app that does not match to that of the official DMV written test. My first time seeing the question on Zutobi I clicked my answer but it turned out to be wrong. I thought there was no way it could be that answer, but it was on Zutobi. On the written test though, I got the exact same question from Zutobi and I clicked the answer that Zutobi said to be correct. Guess what? I got it wrong on the written test! Turns out, the answer I knew from the beginning was the correct answer. Thanks a lot Zutobi. No Iām kidding, besides that one question, everything is accurate and very helpful. I recommend this app! Good luck :)
UnspokenCartoon
Nov 28, 2025For an app that offers a premium service, but ESSENTIALLY since its a free app, its definitely worth the down load. Granted, if you have a good but of common sense, a majority of the questions are fairly easy. At the start I was reading the lessons they offer before the test, and its good information. However I found that even just skipping straight to the test I average getting 90% of them correct regardless. But the 10% I get wrong was a nice learning experience. They have state specific questions as well which I thought was nice. All in all I didn't need the app, but if your concerned about how clueless to feel when it comes to the rules of the road, this app does a great job to reaffirming your knowledge.
Bre'Yonna
Feb 27, 2026This app allows you to go over all the rules and regulations of the law, while driving. Itās a great way to practice and study before you are ready to take that step in getting your permits or license to drive. Chapters arenāt very long. Corrects you when your wrong, or mini test. And give you a chance to retry the question! Also test your knowledge by giving end of chapter quizzes. (Donāt correct you when you wrong. Give you a chance to see what you know on your own, and tell you how you did at the end of the quiz). Thatās the best part! Youāll enjoy this app as much as I do! Considering, um studying for my permits. šš This app was recommended to me by a friend and I love it!
Is Zutobi a complete driver's ed solution for adults in Illinois?
If you're 21 or older, yes. Adults 21 and older are not required to take any driver education course to get an Illinois driver's license. Zutobi is your complete, all-in-one solution for passing the knowledge test and getting your license.
If you're between 18 and 20, Illinois requires you to complete a certified 6-hour Adult Driver Education course before getting your license (if you were never previously licensed and never completed driver's ed). That course is a brief overview of Illinois road rules, not a test-prep program. Zutobi is the best study option for actually passing the knowledge test after you complete the required course.
- Video handbook that turns the Illinois Rules of the Road into short narrated lessons covering the traffic laws and signs you need.
- Exam simulator matching your state's exact question count and passing score.
- Interleaved practice that mixes topics so knowledge sticks longer than cramming one chapter at a time.
- Road Ready System for behind-the-wheel skills and road test prep after you pass the written test.
Quick Answer
Do adults need driver's ed in Illinois?
Adults 21 and older are not required to complete any driver's ed course. Adults 18-20 must complete a certified 6-hour Adult Driver Education course if never previously licensed. Zutobi is your complete, all-in-one solution for passing the knowledge test after meeting any course requirement.
Why Adults Choose Zutobi
Skip the bloated handbook
The Illinois Rules of the Road covers everything from vehicle registration to insurance requirements to Secretary of State office procedures. The rules that actually keep you safe on the road are buried inside material that won't appear on your test or behind the wheel.
Feel completely confident
38.3% of first-time test-takers fail the written knowledge test. Zutobi focuses your study time on the material that matters: the traffic laws, road signs, and safety principles you need to pass the test and build a strong foundation as a driver. Read more about our methodology.
Learn on the go
The course is delivered through short video lessons and 10-15 minute study sessions you can fit into a commute or lunch break. The exam simulator matches Illinois's exact format: 35 questions, 28 to pass. By the time you walk into the Secretary of State facility, the format is familiar and you know where you stand.
What happens after you pass the Illinois knowledge test?
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Receive your instruction permit.
Once you pass the knowledge test, the Secretary of State's office issues you an instruction permit valid for 12 months. You may not drive alone. A licensed driver aged 21 or older with at least 1 year of driving experience must be with you at all times while practicing.
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Practice driving.
Adults have no mandatory holding period and no required minimum practice hours. You can practice at your own pace with a qualified supervising driver. We recommend using the Zutobi Road Ready System to learn real-world skills like highway merging, lane changes, and defensive driving through video lessons led by certified instructor Jacqueline R.
Jacqueline R.Certified instructor - 3
Schedule your driving test.
You can book your driving test as soon as you feel prepared, as long as your permit is still valid within its 12-month window.
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Get your license.
Once you pass the driving test, a temporary paper license valid for 90 days is issued on the spot. Your permanent license arrives by mail within approximately 15 business days.