Simplex vs WireMind Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Simplex
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Simplexβ’ is a generic tool to support participative observation networks. The Simplexβ’ smart app is one component of a more complete observation system that, in addition to the app, comprises a webGIS interface and a database. The application allows you to do any kind of thematic observation by driving the observers step by step, through explicit icons, to the right observation item, and to finally declare it (with our without photo) with geographical and spatial stamp. Observers have access at any time and any location to environmental data for the last three days that are extracted on-demand from environmental databases. At each observation are attached selected environmental parameters that allows, at any time, to correlate some observations with environmental context. Simplexβ’ can host several observation networks, either of public type (i.e. open to anyone) or of private type. You can contract a license for a private one to create your own network. The license covers the configuration of the observation campaign (i.e. the selection and the hierarchy of icons and the required environmental parameters, if of interest to you). It also covers an access to a private webGIS that provides a synoptic view of the observation done by your network. Your data is kept safely on a private storage without any access by a third-party. Once created you can invite anyone you want to become an observer to your network. You can also easily change and adapt the icons at all time. The app allows on-line discussion (text) between network organizer and observers. Simplexβ’ app is available in several languages (Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Norwegian and Spanish). Want to create your own network or need for more information? Please contact simplex@acri.fr
WireMind Pro
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WireMind Pro is a field-first electrical calculator built around the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000) and AS/NZS 3008.1.1 cable selection β including the 2025 edition. It's made for sparkies on the tools: large, glove-friendly controls, a sunlight-readable display, and answers in seconds β fully offline, on the job site, with no signal. Every number and every citation comes from a deterministic calculation engine β never guessed. An optional on-device assistant only turns your plain-language request into calculator inputs and explains results in readable terms; it never invents a value or a clause. Everything runs on your iPhone: no account, no internet, nothing leaves the device. WHAT IT DOES β’ Voltage drop β AC and DC, with operating-temperature and reactance refinement β’ Conductor area, Ohm's law, power and unit conversions β’ Cable sizing, maximum demand, protective-device coordination, earthing (adiabatic), conduit fill β you enter the value from your own copy of AS/NZS 3008, the app does the derating and the math (no licensed table is bundled β private and licence-clean) β’ Three ways in: guided forms, a fast keypad, or just ask β’ Save calculations to projects; export clean, AS/NZS-cited PDFs β’ Pick your edition: AS/NZS 3008.1.1 2025 / 3000 2018 / 2007 / 2000 / 1991 PRICING Try every feature free for 14 days. After that, a single one-time purchase unlocks the app for good β no subscription, no recurring charges. WireMind Pro is a calculation aid. It does not replace the AS/NZS 3000 standard, a licensed electrician's judgement, or your electrical safety regulator.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simplex at none against WireMind Pro's 1. Simplex also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. WireMind Pro sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simplex asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Simplex | WireMind Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 β better | 26.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ACRI | Gabriel John Fordan |
In-app purchases
Simplex
No in-app purchases
WireMind Pro
- Unlock WireMind Pro$14.99









