Comparison

POC vs DART Sim Pro

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

Screenshots

POC4 screens
DART Sim Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
POC versus DART Sim Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPOCDART Sim Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better2.7 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings36 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS10.3 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB188 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperiSimulate Pty LtdSTAR CPR San Diego

Customer experience

POC

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

DART Sim Pro

All ratings6 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

POC

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DART Sim Pro

Subscriptions1
  • DART Sim Pro - Annual$149.991 Year
One-time1
  • DART Sim Pro Lifetime License$849.99

Questions

Is POC free?
POC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DART Sim Pro free?
DART Sim Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, POC or DART Sim Pro?
POC is rated higher. POC averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while DART Sim Pro averages 2.7 from 6 ratings.
Do POC or DART Sim Pro have ads?
Neither POC nor DART Sim Pro shows ads.

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