Comparison

VHF vs Bostik FlexApp

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

Head to head
About

VHF

This marine radio simulator allows users to practice sending various distress and routine messages. It supports communication between multiple devices and includes an auto-distress function for emergencies. A help section is available within the app for guidance.

Highlights
  • VHF-DSC radio simulation
  • Send Mayday, Pan Pan, Security, and Routine messages
  • Inter-device communication
  • Auto-distress function
  • Practice marine radio operator skills
  • Help section available
Features
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With your VHF-DSC radio simulator, you can improve your marine Radio operator skills.Β  Multiple functions are now available, including communication between two or more devices: select a Waterplace from the settings menu and send DSC Routine messages. With VHF-DSC, you can train to send Mayday, Pan Pan, Security or Routine messages. RT (Radio communication) will work effectively as receiving real messages like Distress alert (mayday) or call. There is also the auto Distress function, to send a Mayday alert by holding buttons for 5 seconds. A new help page is available by opening the app menu (three parallel line symbol top right corner of the app) and clicking on the help menu item.

About

Bostik FlexApp

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Bostik FlexApp is a one-stop mobile application that users can use to search and find customise adhesive solutions that match their needs. The Product Selector and Smart Tool features allow customisation of products and the precise calculation of solutions for specific applications. Key features of the mobile application include the following: Find the Right Product: Bostik FlexApp Product Selector helps our customers determine the right solutions for their specific needs with a comprehensive breakdown of various processes and applications, and the contents of their packaging. The country selector makes it convenient for customers to immediately identify products available to each country. Bostik Smart Tool: Take the guesswork out with Bostik FlexApp Smart Calculator that computes the adhesive consumption with the relevant mix and ratio required for each specific need and application. Stay Up to Date: Keep abreast of the latest adhesives solutions and packaging news with the collation of articles from around the globe. Link to the Bostik APAC Blog for keen developments and industry insights. Connect with Us: Leave your comments and queries on the message board and Bostik representatives will get back to you on your solutions needs.

Screenshots

VHF4 screens
Bostik FlexApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bostik FlexApp at Free against VHF's $9.99. Bostik FlexApp also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 4 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Bostik FlexApp is free to download; VHF costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VHF ships an update every 4 weeks, Bostik FlexApp every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
VHF versus Bostik FlexApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVHFBostik FlexApp
Price$9.99Free β€” better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.212.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size101 MB47 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperRichard JaquemetArkema Pte Ltd

In-app purchases

None

VHF

No in-app purchases

None

Bostik FlexApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VHF free?
VHF costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bostik FlexApp free?
Bostik FlexApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VHF or Bostik FlexApp have ads?
Neither VHF nor Bostik FlexApp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VHF or Bostik FlexApp?
VHF ships an update every 4 weeks, and Bostik FlexApp every 3 days. Most recently, VHF was updated on October 11, 2026 and Bostik FlexApp on September 30, 2026.

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