HANDY 990 · FEATURE DIRECTORY
All Features at a Glance
From your first score diagnostic and daily practice to full mock exams before test day. Explore every tool in Handy 990 and find the one you need right now.
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Covers mobile, tablet, and Mac apps; web-exclusive features are noted separately.
TOEIC Question Types & Mock Exams
Find where you stand first, then drill the Parts you need or take a full exam from start to finish.
Part 1–4 Listening
Photographs, Question-Response, Conversations, and Talks — covering image description, Q&A, multi-speaker dialogues, and graphic-linked questions.
Part 5–7 Reading
Incomplete Sentences, Text Completion, and Single, Double, and Triple Passages — train grammar, vocabulary, and cross-passage synthesis in authentic context.
Part-by-Part Practice
Choose any Part to focus on your weak areas; passage sets and their questions are presented together.
Score Diagnostic
Samples questions across all seven Parts to estimate Listening, Reading, and total scores on the 990 scale, complete with a diagnostic report. First diagnostic is free.
Mock Exams
Take full Listening & Reading exams or practice a single section; choose from multiple test lengths to fit your schedule.
Casual Mode & Serious Mode
Casual mode lets you check explanations as you go; Serious mode reveals answers only at the end and plays listening audio at exam pace to build timing and stamina.
Mock History & Review
Keeps past mock results and answer breakdowns, with space to log why you think you lost points. Pro supports resuming interrupted mocks.
Listening, Accents & Shadowing
From grasping the gist to catching every single word, then speaking along with natural voices.
Listening Transcripts & Translations
Check full transcripts, translations, and explanations after answering to uncover missed clues.
Replay & Playback Controls
Replay audio, adjust playback speed, and customize pauses between questions during practice; return to test speed once understood. Serious mocks follow the test’s playback rules.
Sentence-by-Sentence Dictation
Listen to a sentence, type what you hear, and compare missing or misspelled words. Resume directly from passages you have already practiced.
Voice Shadowing
Listen to the original audio, record your own speech, and compare rhythm and pronunciation with A/B playback. Toggle transcript display anytime.
Dictation & Shadowing Bank
Practice curated sentences selected from the listening corpus and track accent-specific dictation accuracy. The dedicated drill bank is a Pro feature.
US, UK & Australian Accent Comparison
Switch between American, British, and Australian pronunciations for the same sentence to hear differences in vowels, stress, and intonation.
Accent Quiz & Accent ID
Confirm comprehension with listening quizzes, or play Accent ID to train your ear to distinguish different accents.
Vocabulary: Learn, Retain, and Apply
Connect meaning, sound, example sentences, and word families so vocabulary goes beyond static flashcards.
Vocabulary Practice & Flashcards
Check definitions with multiple-choice questions, practice recall with flashcards, and mix in matching quizzes; mark familiar words as known.
Spelling & Word Dictation
Recall spelling from hints or listen to audio and type the word, practicing sound discrimination and spelling at once.
Smart Review
Schedules spaced repetition based on memory state, prioritizing words about to be forgotten. Adds 20 new words daily by default, with Infinity Mode available to continue.
Vocab Map & Level Progress
Advance step by step through proficiency levels, view mastery and progress at each checkpoint, and start from the level that fits you.
Vocab Clinic
Tap unfamiliar words in each round to determine your starting level; mark easier words as mastered to keep only what you need to learn.
Vocabulary Glossary & Etymology
Look up parts of speech, multiple definitions, examples, and collocations; break words down by prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
Word Relationships, Families & Topic Maps
Group vocabulary through synonyms, antonyms, derivatives, and situational themes into an easy-to-recall network.
Level Stories
Read short stories featuring words of the same level, with translations, audio narration, and tap-to-define lookup to review in context while saving reading progress. Requires an internet connection.
Word & Sentence Pronunciation
Listen to words and example sentences with KK/IPA phonetic notation. American audio is built-in; British and Australian packs are available for download with Pro.
Vocab Handout PDF
Export selected words into a printable study handout for paper review or study groups.
Phrases, Grammar & Sentence Drills
Break stubborn stumbling blocks into micro-skills and drill each one until second nature.
Phrase Practice, Flashcards & Glossary
Learn phrases through quizzes, flashcards, example sentences, and audio, with a browsable reference glossary.
Phrase Smart Review & Level Map
Introduce new phrases by difficulty, schedule spaced reviews, and track progress on the level map.
Phrase Families
Group phrases derived from the same base verb, compare subtle differences, and reinforce them with quizzes.
Collocation Practice
Practice natural English word pairings to avoid knowing every single word yet choosing the wrong combination.
Grammar Lessons & Themed Practice
Read bite-sized grammar guides, then drill questions on that topic; lessons are free to browse.
Mixed Grammar Test
Mix multiple grammar topics to ensure you can identify testing points outside isolated chapters.
Error Correction, Sentence Reconstruction & Phrase Building
Spot errors in sentences, rebuild correct word order, and practice slotting phrases into full sentences.
Test Strategies & Reading Speed
Go beyond getting answers right: practice locating evidence faster and spending time where it counts.
7-Part Strategy Guides
Practical strategies and common trap explanations for every Part to understand what questions are really testing.
Part 5–7 Interactive Walkthroughs
Step-by-step interactive walkthroughs showing how to inspect prompts, spot clues, eliminate distractors, and verify in practice.
Part 7 Targeted Reading | Pro Web Only
Train Evidence Hunt, Paraphrase Match, Stem Triage, and Paced Sets on desktop or tablet browsers to master questions-first reading, fast evidence locating, and set pacing.
Full Explanations & Translations
Access comprehensive explanations for every answered question alongside passage, option, and transcript translations to understand the evidence behind each key.
Part 5–7 AI Explanations
When you need deeper breakdown, open AI Explanations to understand sentence structure, nuances, and why distractors fail. Requires Pro and an internet connection.
In-Passage Vocabulary Lookup
Open vocabulary information when you come across an unfamiliar word, connecting reading practice with vocabulary study.
Mistakes, Bookmarks & Review
Every question you practice is preserved so you can pick up learning right where you stumbled.
Mistake Notebook
Review mistakes by Part, re-answer questions, and re-read explanations; redoing mistakes is unlimited and does not use up your daily new question quota.
Daily Practice History
Look back at questions answered on any specific day, check your answers, and retry items that need review.
Supplemental Drill History
Tracks practice history for vocabulary, phrases, and other skill drills, allowing you to filter by incorrect answers and re-drill.
Review Later & Bookmarks
Save noteworthy questions or study content into custom folders for focused organization and review.
Recall Quiz
Take quick quizzes on recently studied words and phrases to test whether you can recall them without hints.
Scores, Weaknesses & Study Coach
Turn your practice data into your next action. The comprehensive analytics and daily pacing here form the core of Pro.
Score Estimate & Official Score Log
Builds Listening, Reading, and total score estimates from your practice, and lets you log official test scores; estimates are learning indicators, not guarantees.
Score Trends & Target Projections
Pro provides live score updates, Part-by-Part trends, and projections toward test day; the Free tier keeps a periodic score snapshot.
Comprehensive Weakness Analytics
Pinpoints areas needing the most reinforcement across 6 core skills, 7 Parts, question types, and reading pace.
Study Diagnosis Report
Identifies genuine strengths, habits dragging down your score, and prioritized prep advice to guide your next steps.
Smart Practice
Assembles cross-Part sessions tailored to your weaknesses and available time. Free allows one 15-minute session daily; Pro offers unlimited sessions up to 90 minutes with full reports.
Mission Mode & Daily Plan
Translates weaknesses, target score, and exam countdown into today's practice, review, and vocabulary missions — check off one, move to the next.
Sprint Plan
Paces you through Foundation, Build-up, and Sprint phases based on your exam date, integrating daily plans, mock schedules, and a dress rehearsal.
Today's Results & This Week's Review
See each Part's score estimate move right after practice; receive weekly coach recaps highlighting improvements, slip-ups, and top priorities.
My Study Journey
Consolidates practice volume and performance over time into a comprehensive report to review your growth from day one.
Last-Minute Review
Opens a focused review dashboard three days before the exam, highlighting high-yield points that deserve a final look.
Habits, Achievements & Study Buddies
Make consistent study effortless, with plenty of room for mini-games and friendly accountability.
Goal Center & Daily Reminders
Set your test date, target score, daily question goal, and reminder times; track today's progress at a glance.
Streaks, Freezes & Rest Days
View practice days on a calendar and configure weekly Rest Days; Streak Freezes automatically protect your streak when life gets busy.
Achievements & Weekly Stats
Celebrate milestones for question volume and study streaks; visual charts display weekly question counts and active days.
Word & Phrase Arcade Games
Word Invaders, Word Sweep, Phrase Matching, and Word Castle — playful ways to reinforce learned vocabulary.
Study Buddies
Invite friends preparing for TOEIC to share check-ins, view each other's streaks, and cheer each other on.
Check-in Billboard
Share your daily practice with preset status templates, see how others are progressing, and exchange cheers.
Share Cards & Hall of Fame
Generate custom share cards celebrating your study stats; eligible learners may voluntarily apply for the Hall of Fame.
Everyday English & Practical Usage
Beyond the exam: discover authentic idioms, cultural sayings, and tricky words that native speakers use every day.
Tips & Tricks
Discover hidden features and study tools through tip cards on the home screen, or browse all tips in Settings.
Cultural References
Understand cultural idioms and classical lore; read daily snippets, build your collection, and revisit them in the archive. Requires an internet connection.
English Proverbs
Browse classic sayings by theme with explanations and real-world usage; reinforce comprehension with definition matching and fill-in-the-blank quizzes.
Tricky Pronunciation
Master words whose spelling misleads pronunciation, complete with phonetic notation, audio clips, and speak-first practice.
Devices, Offline & Data Management
Practice on whichever device suits you best, keep your progress safe, and export the records you need.
iPhone, iPad, Android & Mac
Native support for iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, plus macOS via the Mac App Store.
Pro Web Workspace
Pro subscribers can also practice in a browser; check the web interface for its available features.
Offline Practice & Audio Downloads
Questions, explanations, and the first listening audio batch for each Part are bundled offline; remaining audio can be downloaded in advance, with a Wi-Fi-only option.
No Sign-Up Needed & Optional Sync
Start practicing right away with zero registration; sign in with Apple or Google to back up progress. When switching between iOS and Android, use the same Google account.
Study Hours Certificate PDF
Calculates estimated study hours from practice days and question counts; add your name, school, or company details and export. Study hours are an editable estimate, and form data never leaves your device.
Appearance & Study Preferences
Dark mode, theme accents, font sizing, KK/IPA phonetic toggles, plus answering behavior and auto-advance settings.
Question Feedback & My Reports
Report issues directly from any question and track developer resolution in My Reports; feature suggestions can also be submitted from the app.
Announcements, Changelogs & Privacy
Browse new features and content updates, and manage usage statistics, crash reports, and account data. The app has no ads.
Free vs. Pro: Which is Right for You?
The Free tier supports ongoing practice, vocabulary learning, and review. Upgrade to Pro when you need higher question volume, full analytics, and daily coaching.
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1–7 Practice | 50 questions/day, full question bank accessible | Unlimited questions daily |
| Supplemental Drills (Vocab choice, phrases, grammar, etc.) | Additional 50 questions/day | Unlimited questions daily |
| Answer Explanations, Mistakes & History Redo | Available; redoing does not deduct from daily quota | Available |
| Flashcards, Spelling & Smart Review | Available; new words scheduled by personal preferences | Available, plus British & Australian vocab audio packs |
| Smart Practice | 1 session/day, up to 15 minutes | Unlimited sessions, up to 90 minutes each + full report |
| Full Mock Exams / Score Diagnostic | 1 mock/month / First diagnostic included | Unlimited mocks, with resume support |
| Dictation & Shadowing | 5 sentences each per day | Unlimited sentences, plus dedicated drill bank |
| Score Estimate | Updated monthly; also updates after diagnostics, mocks, or logged scores | Real-time updates + trend charts & target date projections |
| Weakness Analytics & Study Reports | First diagnostic includes full report | Continuous analytics & My Study Journey report |
| Daily Coach, Mission Mode & Sprint Plan | Goals, countdown, and practice history available | Full study plan, daily results & weekly coach reviews |
| Part 5–7 AI Explanations | Standard question explanations available | Additional AI breakdowns available, requires internet |
| Offline Downloads, Cloud Sync, Games & Study Certificate | Available | Available |
Questions answered in Smart Practice count toward the daily limit. Mock exams and diagnostics are metered separately and do not use up the daily 50-question quota. Plan pricing, free trials, and eligibility are authoritative in the app.
Find your starting point, then start practicing.
Free download, no sign-up required. Start with a free score diagnostic or the Part you want to strengthen most.