# VCE Simulator vs DailyDebian

The clearest difference is rating: DailyDebian at 5.0 against VCE Simulator's 1.1. DailyDebian also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 months). VCE Simulator's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VCE Simulator sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per month and DailyDebian sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DailyDebian holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: VCE Simulator has 29 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

VCE Simulator ships an update every 5 months, DailyDebian every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | VCE Simulator | DailyDebian |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.1 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vce-simulator/id1459356757/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dailydebian-it-exam-prep/id6799995226/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **29** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 4.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 30 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tradesol Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1454359508) | [KAI YI TAY](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777975528) |

## What reviewers say

### VCE Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vce-simulator/id1459356757)

Prepare for certification exams on your iOS device. This app allows you to take practice tests from .vce files, simulating the actual exam environment. Unlock unlimited access to all exam questions with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Take tests from .vce files, Simulates exam environment, Access exams on the go, Limited free questions, Full version subscription

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $99.99 | per month |
| 6-Months Subscription | $199.99 | per 6 months |
| 3 Months Subscription | $199.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $299.99 | per year |
| Subscription for 1 Month | $89.99 | one-time |
| Subscription for 3 Months | $119.99 | one-time |
| Subscription for 6 Months | $199.99 | one-time |
| Subscription for 1 Year | $299.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Effective exam preparation tool
- 📱 Mobile accessibility for studying on-the-go
- 🎯 Comprehensive VCE file support
- 👍 Helpful customer support (mentioned in few reviews)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Extremely high subscription pricing ($89-$150/month)
- 📈 Dramatic and repeated price increases over time
- 🔒 Difficult cancellation process with poor customer service
- 🚫 Platform-specific subscriptions (separate fees for iOS, Windows, Mac)
- 🐛 App functionality issues and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors during VCE file uploads
- App freezes and crashes during use
- Login required every session
- Hotspot questions showing correct answers prematurely
- Subscription not recognized after purchase

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode support for iPhone
- Cross-platform subscription compatibility
- Monthly payment option instead of annual commitment
- Device synchronization across multiple platforms
- Customizable question order and settings


### DailyDebian

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dailydebian-it-exam-prep/id6799995226)

Prepare for IT certification exams with extensive question banks and detailed explanations. Offers timed quizzes, progress tracking, and offline access. Unlock full content with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Realistic question banks, Detailed answer explanations, Timed quiz mode, Progress tracking, Offline functionality, Light and dark themes

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Linux Foundation KCNA | $39.00 | one-time |
| Python Institute PCAP 31-03 | $39.00 | one-time |
| ITIL Foundation v4 | $39.00 | one-time |
| RHCSA EX200 | $39.00 | one-time |
| AWS SAP-C02 | $39.00 | one-time |
| Splunk SPLK-1002 | $39.00 | one-time |
| AWS SCS-C03 | $39.00 | one-time |
| AWS AIP-C01 | $39.00 | one-time |
| ACAMS CAMS | $39.00 | one-time |
| Splunk SPLK-1003 | $39.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is VCE Simulator free?

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

### Is DailyDebian free?

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

### Which has better reviews, VCE Simulator or DailyDebian?

DailyDebian is rated higher. VCE Simulator averages 1.1 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while DailyDebian averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do VCE Simulator or DailyDebian have ads?

Neither VCE Simulator nor DailyDebian shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, VCE Simulator or DailyDebian?

VCE Simulator ships an update every 5 months, and DailyDebian every 3 days. Most recently, VCE Simulator was updated on October 21, 2026 and DailyDebian on October 21, 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.*