Comparison

SimVSM vs Value Charts Pro

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

Head to head
About

SimVSM

Easily create and document value streams on your mobile device. Visualize process steps, calculate KPIs, and identify areas for improvement. Offers free basic functionality with optional subscriptions for advanced features like printing and simulation.

Highlights
  • Drag & drop value stream modeling
  • Digital and visual documentation
  • Calculation of static KPIs
  • Dynamic cycle time and flow rate calculation
  • Classification of value-adding/non-value-adding steps
  • Plausibility checks during modeling
  • Multiple view modes
Features
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With SimVSM you can quickly record your value streams via drag & drop on a mobile device. A variety of functions facilitate the modelling, documentation, and versioning of value streams: - Digital and visually appealing modelling with value stream and note objects - Consideration of weekly shift plans - Selection of different value stream object symbols for more function-specific documentation of system components in value streams - Calculation of many static value stream KPIs - Classification and visualization of value-adding and non-value-adding process steps - Dynamic display and calculation of cycle times and flow rate - Copy and create several value stream alternatives in one project (max. 2; for extensions see also "Standard" subscription) - Plausibility checks during modelling - Different view modes for more compact display of parameters - Additional modelling functions for the extended documentation of information and data flows in value streams, for example for identification of structural breaks, unused potentials, or data waste With the SimVSM App you can use the above features for free. The following in-app purchases / subscriptions are currently available for an extended range of functions: "Standard" subscription: - Unlimited number of projects and alternatives - Printing of value streams - Saving images (png) and vector graphics (svg) of value streams - Export and import of projects "Premium" subscription: - Everything from "Standard", plus: - Recording and storage of camera images of individual value stream objects - Overview map for large value streams - Execution and storage of measurement series with integrated stopwatch functionality - Comparing and reverting of parameter values to main alternative - Customizing of links and text items - Additional geometric shapes - Saving of all changes in the information flow dialog (VSM 4.0) "Ultimate" subscription: - Everything from "Premium", plus: - Access to all features of the app - Performing of unlimited simulation runs The subscriptions (except "Ultimate") can be tested free of charge for one month. After the free trial period, a subscription is automatically renewed for one month or one year (depending on the chosen length) if it is not cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the trial period. Your Apple ID account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the free trial expiration date. Your subscription will automatically renew if it is not cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions after purchase via the App Store account settings. If you are interested in the coupling with the value stream simulator or in a central project management to exchange your value streams with colleagues, please contact simvsm@simplan.de with the keyword "SimVSM Pro". - By connecting to a value stream simulator, you also get a dynamic evaluation of the modelled value stream. This includes the development of on-time delivery, process utilization, bottleneck analysis, throughput, stock levels and lead times against the background of dynamic conditions over time. - Project management allows projects to be stored centrally and exchanged with authorized users. Should you also have customizing requirements regarding the use of your own value stream objects, logos, or symbols, we also offer a variety of different options. Further information can also be found at www.simvsm.de Terms of Use: https://www.simvsm.de/app-termsofservice/ Privacy Policy: https://www.simvsm.de/en/data-protection/

About

Value Charts Pro

Features
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Value Charts Pro App gives you lifetime access to its features on a one time purchase. Value Charts Pro App lets you access Team User Management, Flows Share Option, Unlimited Flows (In App purchases Included), Custom Shapes, Real Time Chat, Task To-Do List Tracking, Value Stream Mapping, and 1000+ Templates and Shapes. Value Charts Pro Features : ● Team user management allows you to Invite and Collaborate with other Value Charts Pro users to work on Flows and improvise your Diagramming experience. ● Flows is a unique Value charts feature which acts as Sheets/Pages. The User can visualize and diagram his projects on these Flows and also Share it to his team members. A Value charts Pro user will be given 20 Flows by default on purchase of the App. If he needs extra flows, he can avail it through in app purchases ● Flows Share Feature gives you access to Share your flows to your fellow Team Users and gives them access to edit and work on it. ● Real Time Chat enables the Chatting experience on Value Charts Pro where you and your fellow Team users can chat on your Flows and share Photos, Videos, Documents, and Audio’s. This feature improves the Flow making process and enhances connectivity among the users. ● Task To-Do List Tracking allows you to assign tasks and Track them on a regular basis until the task is done. This feature lets you keep track of your projects and Finish them with Perfection. ● Custom Shapes feature lets you create your own customized shapes and upload them to use on your Flows. This gives you a personalized flow making experience with your own customized shapes and groups. ● Value stream mapping {VSM} at Value Charts develops the technique to analyze existing operations and sorting out better solutions to eliminate errors. In order to eliminate flaws, the working environment of the organization is visualized through factual data. These techniques and our tools lead your business to perform immense growth. Value Charts can be used in various business sectors across the world where people connect and collaborate. Value Charts gives a complete set of process improvement tools, including process mining and automation. Users easily identify execution gaps and maximize capacity to achieve a breakthrough performance. An exclusive visual mapping experience and communication is required for constant growth and eliminate flaws. Privacy Policy : https://apps.valueflowsoft.com/privacypolicy/ios/individual Terms of Use : https://apps.valueflowsoft.com/termsconditions/ios/individual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValueFlowSweden Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/value-flow-sweden-ab/

Screenshots

SimVSM4 screens
Value Charts Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: SimVSM at Free against Value Charts Pro's $4.99. SimVSM also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 7 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

SimVSM is free to download; Value Charts Pro costs $4.99 up front. SimVSM sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Value Charts Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimVSM ships an update every 6 weeks, Value Charts Pro every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SimVSM versus Value Charts Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimVSMValue Charts Pro
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSimPlan AGTomas Ljungblom

In-app purchases

9 purchases

SimVSM

Subscriptions7
  • VSM 4.0 subscription1 Month trial$8.991 Month
  • Standard$8.991 Month
  • Premium (monthly)1 Month trial$24.991 Month
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  • VSM 4.01 Month trial$71.991 Year
  • Standard (Annual)$89.991 Year
  • Premium (annual)1 Month trial$249.001 Year
  • Ultimate subscription$449.001 Month
One-time2
  • Free simulation runsFree
  • Expert addon$49.99
2 purchases

Value Charts Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Flows (Monthly) - 50 Flows$2.991 Month
  • UNLIMITED FLOWS$7.991 Month

Questions

Is SimVSM free?
SimVSM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Value Charts Pro free?
Value Charts Pro costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Do SimVSM or Value Charts Pro have ads?
Neither SimVSM nor Value Charts Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimVSM or Value Charts Pro?
SimVSM ships an update every 6 weeks, and Value Charts Pro every 7 months. Most recently, SimVSM was updated on October 13, 2026 and Value Charts Pro on October 20, 2026.

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