Comparison

REALITi vs C.A.R.E. SimBalloon

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

Head to head
About

REALITi

This comprehensive simulation ecosystem offers a realistic patient condition simulator and video review system. It allows for the creation of in-situ simulators with expandable iPad setups, incorporating electronic medical records and live audio/video streaming with vital sign display. Instant video review and observer engagement features are also included.

Highlights
  • Realistic patient condition simulator
  • Video review system
  • Expandable iPad-based simulation
  • Electronic medical record integration
  • Live audio/video streaming with vital signs
  • CPR Feedback
  • Over 75 ECG waveforms
Features
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REALITi is a new simulation ecosystem incorporating a realistic patient condition simulator and video review in a single system. Starting with 2 iPads, REALITi is a highly advanced patient monitor simulator which mimics proprietary monitors and defibrillators. By expanding the system with more iPads, a complete in-situ simulator can be created. Add REALITi Chart to use a simulated patient electronic medical record. Add REALITi Camera to incorporate live audio video streaming with vital sign display. Optionally stream via AirPlay to Apple TV. Instant video review once the simulation has ended is built into the system. Add REALITi Engage to allow observers to comment, vote and view media. Features: • Easy to use Dial and Button interface. • Over 75 ECG waveforms • Dynamic 12 lead ECG library. • Comprehensive Radiology image library with over 250 images. • Extensive and configurable laboratory results library. • Simulate ectopics, sinus arrhythmia, artefacts and interference on the ECG with ease. • Easy to use Checklist interface for simple student assessment. • Easy scenario creation with single screen scenario running and editing. • Many defibrillator and monitor screens included. • CPR Feedback • QCPR Screen ATLAS ALS Manikin compatible

About

C.A.R.E. SimBalloon

Features
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C.A.R.E. SimBalloon is a high-fidelity intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) trainer for nursing, perfusion, paramedic and critical-care education. TRAINING SIMULATOR ONLY — NOT A MEDICAL DEVICE. All patient data is synthetic. Never use this app for clinical decisions. THE CONSOLE (iPad) • Live ECG, arterial pressure and balloon-pressure waveforms • Timing-assessment markers: unassisted systolic peak, dicrotic notch, diastolic augmentation, balloon-aortic end-diastolic pressure, and assisted systole • Trigger modes: ECG, pressure, V-pace, AV-pace, internal and auto • Inflation and deflation timing in 10 ms steps, assist ratios 1:1 through 1:8 • Augmentation level, balloon volume, standby, freeze and a full alarm log THE INSTRUCTOR REMOTE (iPhone) • 20 scenarios across Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced tiers • Drive heart rate, blood pressure and rhythm live • Inject faults: helium leak, gas occlusion, catheter migration, balloon rupture, trigger loss, AC power loss • Step a learner through the 1:1 → 1:2 → 1:3 → 1:8 weaning protocol WHAT LEARNERS PRACTISE Reading counterpulsation off the arterial trace, recognising early and late inflation and deflation, troubleshooting helium and trigger faults, managing arrest and ROSC on support, and weaning a recovering patient. TWO DEVICES, NO INTERNET The console and the instructor remote pair directly over your local Wi-Fi. Nothing leaves the network, and no account is required. Both roles also run standalone on a single device. SUBSCRIPTION C.A.R.E. SimBalloon offers a free trial, then a monthly or annual subscription for full access. See in-app purchase details before subscribing. Terms of Use (EULA): https://legal.csu-als.org/simballoon/#terms Privacy Policy: https://legal.csu-als.org/simballoon/#privacy

Screenshots

C.A.R.E. SimBalloon3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: REALITi at none against C.A.R.E. SimBalloon's 2. On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. C.A.R.E. SimBalloon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. REALITi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
REALITi versus C.A.R.E. SimBalloon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterREALITiC.A.R.E. SimBalloon
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (33 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews43.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings33 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size2.8 GB57 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperiSimulate Pty LtdCardiac Advanced Resuscitation Education

In-app purchases

None

REALITi

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

C.A.R.E. SimBalloon

Subscriptions2
  • C.A.R.E Sim Balloon Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • C.A.R.E SimBalloon Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is REALITi free?
REALITi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is C.A.R.E. SimBalloon free?
C.A.R.E. SimBalloon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do REALITi or C.A.R.E. SimBalloon have ads?
Neither REALITi nor C.A.R.E. SimBalloon shows ads.

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