Volumetric Method Simulator vs KICKDRILL
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Volumetric Method Simulator
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This is a basic well control simulator for training in Oil & Gas that simulates the control applying the Volumetric Method (and Lubricate and Bleed Method) after the kick detection during stripping out the drillstring on the drilling operations in the oil well. This is a project also based on app "Kick Game 2" available in our portfolio like the Driller's Method Simulator and Wait and Weight Method Simulator. Like these apps, just surface parameters are displayed. 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. Well Design with Casing + Open Hole without the Drillstring in the Wellbore. 6. Full features version with pause and digital gauges. 7. Method with Step by Step procedure to turn the exercise easy to practice. Please, check for well control applications in our portfolio on the App Store. Visite our website for links. Please, you can contribute for improvements. Report bugs and suggestions to contact@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.
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.
- Exam-style questions
- API and NORSOK aligned
- Training mode
- Exam mode
- Instant explanations
- Progress tracking
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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/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: KICKDRILL at Free against Volumetric Method Simulator's $19.99. KICKDRILL also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 26 months). Volumetric Method Simulator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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KICKDRILL is free to download; Volumetric Method Simulator costs $19.99 up front. KICKDRILL sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Volumetric Method Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.
Volumetric Method Simulator ships an update every 26 months, KICKDRILL every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 4, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Volumetric Method Simulator | KICKDRILL |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 26 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carlos Moura | Richard Steffensen |
In-app purchases
Volumetric Method Simulator
No in-app purchases
KICKDRILL
- KICKDRILL Weekly Subscription$4.997 Days
- KICKDRILL Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- KICKDRILL Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$24.991 Year
- KICKDRILL Subscription$9.99
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