Let’s be honest: failing a CompTIA exam stings. Not just the ego—the wallet. One retake and you’re suddenly budgeting like it’s end-of-month again. That’s why more candidates are switching their strategy: fewer retakes, more realistic prep, and a one-time investment that actually pays for itself.
Meet PassTIA — realistic practice tests for A+, Network+, Security+, and Data+. Lifetime access. One small price. Big relief.
The Pain: Retakes Add Up Fast
CompTIA exams aren’t cheap, and retakes aren’t discounted. If you don’t pass, you buy another voucher. Simple as that. The official retake policy allows immediate re-sit after the first failure, then a 14-day wait from the third attempt onward—but you pay in full each time.†
Meanwhile, vouchers themselves are pricey. In the US, an A+ voucher is currently listed at around $265 per exam. Bundle that with a paid retake and you’ll see the total jump again. In the UK, prices vary by channel (academic vs. commercial; bundles vs. single vouchers), but the point stands: repeated attempts get expensive fast.‡
The Fix: PassTIA Helps You Pass Sooner
Instead of spending hundreds every time you miss the mark, invest once in better prep. With PassTIA, you’re training on realistic simulations that feel like the real thing—so you walk into the test center calmer, sharper, and ready.
What you get with PassTIA
- Real exam-style practice for CompTIA A+ (current and recent codes), Network+, Security+, and Data+.
- Performance-Based Questions (PBQs) to rehearse those tricky, hands-on scenarios—not just multiple choice.
- Up-to-date question banks aligned to current objectives, so you’re not revising outdated content.
- Progress tracking & analytics that show where you’re strong and where you need reps.
- Lifetime access for a one-time fee—no subscription treadmill.
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“But how does this save me money?”
Run the numbers. In the US, two A+ vouchers alone can set you back north of $500. Even in the UK, once you factor in two exams—and potential retakes—you’re easily into the hundreds. One avoided retake can justify your entire prep investment.
Put differently: would you rather pay for another roll of the dice—or train hard once with realistic practice and walk in ready?
A Simple Pass-First Plan
- Baseline your knowledge: Take a full PassTIA mock under timed conditions. Note your weakest exam objectives.
- Target your gaps: Use analytics to hit specific domains (hardware, networking, security, troubleshooting, etc.). Do focused sets, not random cramming.
- Rehearse PBQs: Simulate the workflow and muscle memory you’ll need for performance-based items.
- Retest under exam conditions: Another full mock. Aim for a comfortable margin over the passing score.
- Book your exam when ready: Not when the calendar says. When your data says.
Who is PassTIA best for?
- First-time test-takers who want a confident pass without “surprise” topics.
- Retakers who’ve seen how expensive a second shot can be and want to make it their last.
- Career-switchers who need proof of ability—fast.
Ready to stop paying for retakes?
If you’re done with paying full price every time you fall a few points short, switch the game in your favour. Prep on realistic questions, rehearse PBQs, and go in with a plan.
Start with PassTIA — lifetime access, one small payment, and a study workflow designed to help you pass sooner. Have questions? Email support@passtia.com.
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