Comparison

SIMPlus vs Dastak

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SIMPlus

This app enables dual SIM functionality on your iPhone, allowing you to use two numbers simultaneously. It also provides mobile phone capabilities for iPads and iPods, with integrated VoIP-PSTN calling for when Bluetooth devices are not connected.

Highlights
  • Dual SIM iPhone functionality
  • Mobile functionality for iPad/iPod
  • BLE-enabled connectivity
  • VoIP-PSTN call integration
  • Use two numbers simultaneously
Features
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SIMPlus is a BLE-enabled app that turns your iPhone into a dual sim phone and gives your iPad and iPod mobile phone functionality. VoIP-PSTN call also integrated when BLE device is not connected.

About

Dastak

Order government services directly to your home through dedicated representatives. This app simplifies access to various public services, including certificates, payments, and registrations, saving you time and effort. Available in Punjab, Pakistan, with plans for expansion.

Highlights
  • Order government services at home
  • Access certificates and registrations
  • Schedule representative visits
  • Multiple payment options
  • Rate representative service
  • Call center support
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Introducing "Dastak " - a groundbreaking mobile app that empowers citizens to order government services directly at their doorstep through dedicated Facilitators. Transforming public service delivery in Punjab. Through Dastak, citizens can request various public services by multiple departments directly at their doorstep, on their desired schedule. Services include: New Domicile Application Birth Certificate Death Certificate Marriage Certificate Divorce Certificate Property Tax Payment Token Tax Payment e-Stamping New Vehicle Registration Transfer of Vehicle Ownership Application Character Certificates Police Verifications and Many More.. Removing all hassles for citizens. How it works; 1. Citizens Schedule visit of Dastak Representative via Web Portal or Mobile App. 2. Citizen Avails Public Services at their doorstep via Dastak Representative. 3. Dastak Representative ensures completion of service, earns a commission. 4. Multiple payment options, IBFT, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, COD & PSID 5. Citizens rate Dastak Representatives service Benefits: Improved accessibility and convenience: for citizens, especially those who are physically disadvantaged, reducing the need for them to travel to government offices, saving time and effort. Improved Efficiency: Reducing the physical traffic at government offices by creating a new channel of public service delivery. Governance and Transparency: Increased transparency & accountability. Ensuring citizen receive services, reducing opportunities for corruption. Call Center Support: The Dastak initiative has deployed a robust citizens contact center to provide instant support to citizens. Trained and Trusted Facilitators: Our Facilitators undergo rigorous screening and training, ensuring reliability and professionalism in every service they provide. Feedback-Driven Improvement: We value your feedback. Dastak is committed to continuous improvement, and your input helps us enhance our services. Available in Lahore, Punjab. More districts coming soon!

Screenshots

SIMPlus4 screens
Dastak4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SIMPlus at 3.6 against Dastak's 2.0. SIMPlus also leads on review sentiment (42% vs 5%) and ratings volume (160 vs 16). Dastak's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SIMPlus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Dastak asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SIMPlus holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SIMPlus has 160 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of SIMPlus's written reviews are positive against 5% of Dastak's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SIMPlus ships an update fortnightly, Dastak every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SIMPlus versus Dastak: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSIMPlusDastak
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.6 (160 ratings) — better2.0 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews41.6% of reviews — better5.4% of reviews
Number of ratings160 — better16
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB113 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer均 魏PUNJAB INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BOARD

Customer experience

SIMPlus

All ratings160 ratings
Positive59.4%
Neutral16.3%
Negative24.4%
Written reviews351 reviews
Positive41.6%
Neutral18.2%
Negative40.2%

Dastak

All ratings16 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews37 reviews
Positive5.4%
Neutral2.7%
Negative91.9%

Bugs and requests

SIMPlus

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • Call audio not working or distorted
  • Device disconnects automatically after 1-2 minutes
  • Bluetooth connection drops during calls
  • Microphone not working with Bluetooth devices
  • Network settings revert after saving
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  • SMS messages display with Chinese characters
  • Incoming calls show as 'unknown' contact
  • App crashes on launch
  • Connection failed error messages
  • Device shows offline status
  • Messages not saving after app close
  • PIN code not saving
  • Confirm button disappears on PIN entry
  • Mobile data turns off unexpectedly
  • Widget not auto-refreshing
  • Time zone display incorrect
  • Incoming calls not showing on Apple Watch
  • No notification sound when locked
  • App hangs with poor internet connection
  • Incompatibility with iOS 17/18 updates

Requested features

20 requests
  • USSD code support for balance checks
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • Dark mode theme
  • Conference call functionality
  • Call waiting feature
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  • Automatic OTP copying
  • Separate ringtones for different SIMs
  • Manual carrier selection option
  • Background app operation without location services
  • Contact synchronization
  • SIM Toolkit (STK) application
  • Default iOS dialer integration
  • Network type selection (LTE only, etc.)
  • Data roaming control options
  • Widget auto-refresh
  • Phone number display in app
  • Scheduled message sending
  • Call history from native phone app
  • CarPlay support
  • IMEI customization

Dastak

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

SIMPlus

One-time10
  • 10 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus$0.99
  • SIMPlus Widget$0.99
  • 20 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus$1.99
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  • Remote Device Server Access 30 Days$1.99
  • 60 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus$4.99
  • 100 minutes voice call$7.99
  • 120 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus$7.99
  • 270 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus$14.99
  • Remote Device Server Access 1 Year$19.99
  • Remote Device Lifetime Access$49.99
None

Dastak

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SIMPlus free?
SIMPlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dastak free?
Dastak is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SIMPlus or Dastak?
SIMPlus is rated higher. SIMPlus averages 3.6 out of 5 from 160 ratings, while Dastak averages 2.0 from 16 ratings.
Do SIMPlus or Dastak have ads?
Neither SIMPlus nor Dastak shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SIMPlus or Dastak?
SIMPlus ships an update fortnightly, and Dastak every 3 weeks. Most recently, SIMPlus was updated on October 12, 2026 and Dastak on October 6, 2026.

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