3DMedSim vs Nursing School & NCLEX Prep
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
3DMedSim
This app provides training for basic life support, following the latest ERC and AHA guidelines. It offers self-paced learning modules and timed tests, with multilingual support and AED usage instruction. Access requires membership to a training program.
- ERC 2021 & AHA 2020 algorithms
- Self-paced training modules
- Timed/tracked tests (SCORM X-Api)
- Multilingual support
- AED usage training
- Membership required
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BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING Life Support training based on ERC(European Research Council) 2021 and AHA(American Heart Assoc). 2020 algorithm. Addresses general public Two Modules Self paced Training Timed/tracked test (SCORM X-Api ) Multilingual support Supported Languages English, German, Swedish, Turkish Includes AED usage training Requires membership (login) to a tranining program
Nursing School & NCLEX Prep
Prepare for nursing school and NCLEX exams with engaging video lessons, comprehensive study guides, and a large question bank. Developed by healthcare professionals, this app uses visual learning aids and detailed rationales to help students master concepts and improve critical thinking skills for exam success.
- 1,200+ instructional videos with test tips
- 900+ comprehensive study guides
- 4,000+ NCLEX-RN/PN practice questions
- NCLEX review lecture series
- Detailed answer rationales
- Visual learning aids
- Customizable exam templates
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Engage with over 1 million nursing students who have successfully prepared for their NCLEX exams using SimpleNursing. Our app offers comprehensive resources crafted by seasoned healthcare professionals, making it easier for you to ace your exams and succeed in nursing school. - 1,200+ Fun & Visual Instructional Videos: Engage with videos filled with test tips and memory tricks to make learning enjoyable. - 900+ Study Guides: Access comprehensive guides containing all the essential test information you need to know. - 4,000+ NCLEX-RN/PN Questions: Reinforce your critical thinking skills with a vast question bank curated for your success. - NCLEX Review Lecture Series: Benefit from 27 hours of test-taking instruction by Nurse Mike, designed to help you pass the NCLEX on your first try. - Detailed Rationales: Understand every answer choice with in-depth rationales, ensuring you master each concept. - In-Depth Video Breakdowns: Learn the science and best strategies for answering each question through detailed video explanations. - Visual Learning Aids: Utilize precise images, graphics, and calculations to support visual learners. - Customizable Exam Templates: Focus on the topics you choose with fully customizable exam templates. - Performance Tracking: Monitor your progress with in-depth visual data analysis tools. Join our community and let SimpleNursing help you achieve your nursing dreams with ease and confidence. Download now and start your journey towards becoming a successful nurse! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Privacy Policy & Terms of Service: https://simplenursing.com/privacy-policy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Nursing School & NCLEX Prep at 64% against 3DMedSim's 0%. Nursing School & NCLEX Prep also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). 3DMedSim's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Nursing School & NCLEX Prep holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nursing School & NCLEX Prep has 2.2K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of 3DMedSim's written reviews are positive against 64% of Nursing School & NCLEX Prep's.
3DMedSim ships an update every 5 months, Nursing School & NCLEX Prep weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 3DMedSim | Nursing School & NCLEX Prep |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (5 ratings) | 4.7 (2.2K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 63.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 2.2K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 287 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Momentum Bilgisayar Yazilim Danismanlik Ticaret AS | Smart Fit Investments, Inc |
Customer experience
3DMedSim
Nursing School & NCLEX Prep
Bugs and requests
3DMedSim
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Nursing School & NCLEX Prep
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes during quizzes
- No audio on certain video lectures
- Inability to view all quiz topics
- Blank screens when attempting to submit quiz answers
Requested features
5 requests- Offline mode for videos and study guides
- Ability to customize quiz settings
- More comprehensive coverage of topics like OB/Peds
- Improved navigation and organization in app
- Option to download or print study materials
In-app purchases
3DMedSim
No in-app purchases
Nursing School & NCLEX Prep
No in-app purchases
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