SAM Trainer vs The Pole Loft
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SAM Trainer
Learn to operate a HeartSine Automated External Defibrillator (AED) with this training application. It simulates the experience of using specific AED models, guiding users through the process with interactive steps and instructional videos.
- Simulates HeartSine AED models
- Interactive step-by-step guidance
- Instructional videos
- Multi-language support
- Adjustable CPR duration
- Easy app restart
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The SAM Trainer is designed to educate potential rescuers on the basics of the HeartSine Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) use. It is designed to work in conjunction with the HeartSine vTrainer to generate a user experience similar to that of the HeartSine SAM 350P, SAM 360P and SAM 500P with CPR Advisor (the SAM 500P is not available in the US). For more information visit www.heartsine.com/heartsine_vtrainer/ Simply download the SAM Trainer app and: 1. Select your language. 2. Choose from a semi-automatic SAM 350P or SAM 500P, or fully automatic SAM 360P. 3. Push the green ON button to begin. The app will guide you through the use of a HeartSine AED! Features: • 23 languages available • User adjustable CPR duration (Under the “i” tab on the Device selection screen) • Quick access to “How to Use” videos for the SAM 350P, SAM 360P and SAM 500P. • Easy restart of app at any stage by pressing the back button
The Pole Loft
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Guiding you through your health and fitness journey! - Book classes online in just a few clicks - Contact club staff directly - Interact and get to know your fellow members - See all the latest club news, offers and events - Refer Friends to the club online - Video Workout Library Apple Health App Integration Track your progress with our HealthKit app integration to import and measure your daily steps, distance or calories burnt. Also use HealthKit to import your data from a range of different wearable devices.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: The Pole Loft at every 6 months against SAM Trainer's every 12 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SAM Trainer ships an update every 12 months, The Pole Loft every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SAM Trainer | The Pole Loft |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 6 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 107 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sugar Rush Creative | TeamUp Sports |
In-app purchases
SAM Trainer
No in-app purchases
The Pole Loft
No in-app purchases
