# SIMO vs Tip Out

The clearest difference is ratings volume: SIMO at 3.3K against Tip Out's 2. SIMO also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Tip Out's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SIMO sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Tip Out sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Tip Out holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SIMO has 3.3K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

SIMO ships an update every 2 months, Tip Out monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SIMO | Tip Out |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simo/id1411394761/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tip-out-tip-pool-calculator/id6759682320/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.3K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 94 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Skyroam, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1411394760) | [James McKinney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855741871) |

## What reviewers say

### SIMO

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simo/id1411394761)

Manage your global WiFi hotspot and power bank for seamless travel connectivity. Access unlimited, secure, and shareable internet in over 130 countries without SIM cards or roaming fees. The app offers smart troubleshooting and faster online access.

**Highlights:** Global WiFi hotspot management, Check data usage and status, Smart troubleshooting, Connect multiple devices, Up to 4G LTE speeds, 16+ hour battery life power bank, SIM-free connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6 Months Mega Pack | $449.99 | one-time |
| 6 Months Mega Pack | $499.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reliable connectivity
- 🌍 Works in many countries
- 🔋 Good battery life
- 📱 Easy to use app
- 💻 Convenient for remote work

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- ⚠️ Throttling after data limit
- 🔍 Confusing app functionality
- 💳 Misleading subscription plans
- 🤖 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Login issues on mobile devices
- Inaccurate data usage reporting

**Requested features**

- Ability to manage connected devices
- Option to change hotspot name and password
- Improved app stability and performance


### Tip Out

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tip-out-tip-pool-calculator/id6759682320)

Easily split tip pools among restaurant and bar staff with multiple calculation methods. Save crew details, deduct credit card fees, and track shift history. Designed for efficient end-of-shift tip distribution.

**Highlights:** Fair tip pool splitting, Hours-based, points-based, and equal splits, Save and load crew templates, Deduct credit card processing fees, Exclude exempt staff, Share shift breakdowns, Offline shift history tracking

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SIMO free?

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

### Is Tip Out free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SIMO or Tip Out?

Tip Out is rated higher. SIMO averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Tip Out averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do SIMO or Tip Out have ads?

Neither SIMO nor Tip Out shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SIMO or Tip Out?

SIMO ships an update every 2 months, and Tip Out monthly. Most recently, SIMO was updated on October 20, 2026 and Tip Out on October 16, 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.*