Comparison

Wait and Weight Simulator vs KICKDRILL

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

Head to head
About

Wait and Weight Simulator

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This is a basic well control simulator for training that simulates the operations after the kick detection during the drilling operations in the oil well, but specific (ONLY) to practice the Wait and Weight Method, also named Engineer's Method. This is a project based on app "Kick Game 2" available in our portfolio on the App Store. Features: 1. Interface based on Hydraulic Choke Panel. 2. Graph in full screen (with background color in black or white) for analysis. 3. Pre-recorded data sheet 4. Vertical Wells: Surface (casing + open hole) and Subsea (riser + casing + open hole). 5. Drill String: Drill Pipe + Heavy Weight + Drill Collar. 6. Simulations with pause and panels with digital gauges. 7. Method with Step by Step to turn the exercise easy to practice. 8. Like Kick Game App, just surface parameters are displayed. Starting in version 2.0, this simulator can be used as a Remote Choke to control the app "Drilling Simulator 3, v4.0 or higher" when running on different nearby devices in a local access network (LAN). For simulation of other well control methods or more features, please check our portfolio at website: https://wwww.wellcontrol.com.br DISCLAIMER: These tools & materials are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Please verify the tools provided by this application by yourself before you use them. Ensure you understand the impact of using these tools. Any use you choose to make of these tools & materials is undertaken by you entirely at you own risk. Thanks

About

KICKDRILL

This app provides drilling and well personnel with a flexible and effective way to practice and maintain essential well control knowledge. It offers exam-style questions aligned with industry standards, training and exam modes, and instant explanations to reinforce learning.

Highlights
  • Exam-style questions
  • API and NORSOK aligned
  • Training mode
  • Exam mode
  • Instant explanations
  • Progress tracking
Features
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KickDrill – Train Well Control Anytime, Anywhere KickDrill helps drilling and well personnel practice and maintain essential well control knowledge. Whether you're preparing for recertification or refreshing your skills on the job, KickDrill gives you fast, focused training based on real operational scenarios. - Exam‑style questions aligned with current API and NORSOK requirements - Training mode and exam mode - Instant explanations to reinforce learning - Track your progress over time - Designed for drilling, well, and subsea professionals KickDrill makes well control training simple, flexible, and effective — so you can stay confident and prepared. View our terms & conditions: https://kickdrill.com/terms-and-conditions/

Screenshots

Wait and Weight Simulator4 screens
KICKDRILL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: KICKDRILL at Free against Wait and Weight Simulator's $19.99. KICKDRILL also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). Wait and Weight Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On 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

KICKDRILL is free to download; Wait and Weight Simulator costs $19.99 up front. KICKDRILL sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Wait and Weight Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Wait and Weight Simulator ships an update every 4 months, KICKDRILL every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Wait and Weight Simulator versus KICKDRILL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWait and Weight SimulatorKICKDRILL
Price$19.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCarlos MouraRichard Steffensen

In-app purchases

None

Wait and Weight Simulator

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

KICKDRILL

Subscriptions3
  • KICKDRILL Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
  • KICKDRILL Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • KICKDRILL Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • KICKDRILL Subscription$9.99

Questions

Is Wait and Weight Simulator free?
Wait and Weight Simulator costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is KICKDRILL free?
KICKDRILL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Wait and Weight Simulator or KICKDRILL have ads?
Neither Wait and Weight Simulator nor KICKDRILL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Wait and Weight Simulator or KICKDRILL?
Wait and Weight Simulator ships an update every 4 months, and KICKDRILL every 2 months. Most recently, Wait and Weight Simulator was updated on September 15, 2026 and KICKDRILL on September 30, 2026.

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