# SIMPlus vs NekokoLPA 1

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NekokoLPA 1 at 100% against SIMPlus's 42%. NekokoLPA 1 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 10). SIMPlus's advantage is ratings volume (162 vs 8). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SIMPlus sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. NekokoLPA 1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

NekokoLPA 1 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SIMPlus has 162 ratings behind it against 8, 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 100% of NekokoLPA 1's.

SIMPlus ships an update fortnightly, NekokoLPA 1 every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SIMPlus | NekokoLPA 1 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (162 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplus/id1122489699/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nekokolpa-1/id6738007885/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **162** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 41.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 41 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [均 魏](https://appshunter.io/developer/686984880) | [Kosmoneko OÜ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689527267) |

## What reviewers say

### SIMPlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simplus/id1122489699)

This app transforms your iPhone into a dual SIM device, enabling mobile phone functionality on your iPad and iPod. It also offers VoIP-PSTN calling when a BLE device isn't connected.

**Highlights:** Dual SIM functionality on iPhone, Mobile functionality for iPad and iPod, VoIP-PSTN calling, BLE device integration, Call recording, International travel savings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus | $0.99 | one-time |
| SIMPlus Widget | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remote Device Server Access 30 Days | $1.99 | one-time |
| 60 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 minutes voice call | $7.99 | one-time |
| 120 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus | $7.99 | one-time |
| 270 minutes VOIP on SIMPlus | $14.99 | one-time |
| Remote Device Server Access 1 Year | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remote Device Lifetime Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📱 Dual SIM functionality on iPhone
- 🚀 Fast call and message delivery
- 💰 Saves money on roaming charges
- 🎨 Improved UI design in recent updates
- 📞 Call recording feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔌 Requires app to stay open in background
- 🔊 Poor call audio quality and voice issues
- 📉 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Multiple connectivity problems
- 📱 Incompatible with some iOS versions

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- USSD code support for balance checks
- Apple Watch app integration
- Dark mode theme
- Conference call functionality
- Call waiting feature


### NekokoLPA 1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nekokolpa-1/id6738007885)

Manage your eSIM profiles with this powerful utility. Download, activate, and organize multiple eSIMs securely on your supported iOS devices. A compatible card reader is required for iOS.

**Highlights:** eSIM profile management, Download eSIMs, Activate eSIMs, Secure handling, Multiple eSIM support, iOS compatible

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SIMPlus free?

SIMPlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NekokoLPA 1 free?

NekokoLPA 1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, SIMPlus or NekokoLPA 1?

NekokoLPA 1 is rated higher. SIMPlus averages 3.7 out of 5 from 162 ratings, while NekokoLPA 1 averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do SIMPlus or NekokoLPA 1 have ads?

Neither SIMPlus nor NekokoLPA 1 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SIMPlus or NekokoLPA 1?

SIMPlus ships an update fortnightly, and NekokoLPA 1 every 4 days. Most recently, SIMPlus was updated on November 2, 2026 and NekokoLPA 1 on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*