POC vs DART Sim Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
POC
This app provides a simplified training experience for point-of-care diagnostics using a single device. It allows trainers to set parameters and students to practice, with an optional augmented reality feature for enhanced realism. Training is currently available for glucometers, blood coagulation monitors, and thermometers.
- Pocket-sized simulation tool
- Simplified training mechanism
- Set, save, train functionality
- Augmented reality for immersion
- Training for glucometer
- Training for blood coagulation monitor
- Training for thermometers
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POC-kit by iSimulate is your pocket size simulation tool for high acuity training in point of care diagnostics. Using just a single device, our 'set, save, train' mechanism offers a simplified training experience for trainers and students alike. Simply set the desired parameter, save it, then hand the device over to your student to train. To dial up the realism, turn on the augmented reality feature to create a uniquely immersive training environment on your device that allows greater assessment of clinical skills. We currently offer point of care training on the following devices: • Glucometer • Blood Coagulation Monitor • 2 Thermometers With more to come in future updates.
DART Sim Pro
This advanced simulator transforms your device into a realistic cardiac monitor and defibrillator for medical training. It offers flexible control over training scenarios, including custom ECG playback and live CPR feedback, without requiring proprietary hardware.
- Realistic cardiac monitor & defibrillator simulation
- Live CPR feedback
- Custom ECG playback and upload
- Editable training scenarios
- Defibrillation and pacing practice
- Instructor-only controls
- Free lifetime updates
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DART Sim Pro – Advanced ECG & Defibrillator Simulator Perfect For licensed institutions and instructors. Enter your issued DART Sim Pro license to activate. No in-app purchases. Train like a pro with the most flexible and affordable simulation software for ACLS, PALS, and EMS education. DART Sim Pro transforms your iPad into a realistic cardiac monitor & defibrillator simulator designed for instructors, hospitals, EMS programs, and nursing schools. Always up to date on the most current BLS/ACLS/PALS guidelines, it provides unmatched control for realistic training — no proprietary hardware or manikin required. Key Features Live CPR Feedback – Connect with the SimCPR Watch for real-time compression depth, recoil, rate, and CCF data. Custom ECG Playback – Upload or draw your own ECGs and play them live in Lead II or full 12-lead mode. Custom ECG's can also be added to custom or current DART Sim scenarios. Enhanced Media Panel – Instantly display videos, sound files, and pictures during any training scenario or on the fly. Editable Scenarios – Create and save your own scenarios with rhythms, vitals, medications, labs, and X-rays. Defibrillation & Pacing – Practice synchronized cardioversion, transcutaneous pacing, and defib energy 1–360J. Add shock standby rhythms to play after a cardioversion/shock. Instructor-Only Controls – Students cannot alter what’s programmed, ensuring controlled, realistic training. Free Lifetime Updates – Always up to date with the latest guidelines. Why DART Sim Pro? No proprietary manikin or hardware required Perfect for ACLS, PALS, NRP, paramedic, and nursing programs Portable, cost-effective, and classroom-ready Used by hospitals, universities, and EMS programs worldwide Subscription Options For licensed institutions and instructors only. Enter your issued DART Sim Pro license to activate. No in-app purchases. Additional licensing available for institutions and bundles Upgrade your training with DART Sim Pro and bring true-to-life resuscitation scenarios to your classroom — anytime, anywhere. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: POC at 5.0 against DART Sim Pro's 2.7. POC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). DART Sim Pro's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. DART Sim Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $149.99 per year. POC asks for nothing beyond the download.
POC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of POC's written reviews are positive against 67% of DART Sim Pro's.
| Parameter | POC | DART Sim Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 2.7 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.3 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 188 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | iSimulate Pty Ltd | STAR CPR San Diego |
Customer experience
POC
DART Sim Pro
In-app purchases
POC
No in-app purchases
DART Sim Pro
- DART Sim Pro - Annual$149.991 Year
- DART Sim Pro Lifetime License$849.99
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