Comparison

DART Sim for iPhone vs ASA PLUS

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

Head to head
About

DART Sim for iPhone

This educational application simulates a cardiac monitor and ECG rhythm simulator, allowing users to practice various medical procedures like defibrillation, capnography, and x-rays. It's designed for instructors and students to hone their skills using their iPhone.

Highlights
  • 26 cardiac rhythms
  • 12-lead rhythm viewing/printing
  • 18 capnography waveforms
  • 20 trauma/medical x-rays
  • ACLS, PALS, and NRP scenarios
  • Defibrillation simulation
  • Medication administration practice
Features
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D.A.R.T. Sim is a teaching application that replaces a cardiac monitor/defibrillator and ECG rhythm simulator. Great for that instructor on the go or for a back up monitor. With this program, you can practice capnography, defibrillation, 12 LEAD, synchronized cardioversion, x-rays, transcutaneous pacing, and much more right from your iPhone at a fraction of the cost of real defibrillator equipment! Use with your existing manikins and equipment for proper placement of pads, BP cuff, etc. Features of the App include: 26 cardiac rhythms View or print all rhythms in 12-lead 18 capnography waveforms 20 trauma/medical x-rays 20 ACLS, 12 PALS (12 AHA Core cases), and NRP scenarios PACER function Synchronized cardioversion Set custom alarms Defibrillate 1-360 Joules Give 38 different medications CodeTrack—print a code report for structured debriefing *Sold separately for Windows 10 tablets. Please visit WorldPoint.com*

About

ASA PLUS

Access trusted educational content from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, including videos and expert resources. Stay updated with monthly releases and personalized recommendations across devices.

Highlights
  • Short-form educational videos
  • Event session content
  • Expert-developed resources
  • Monthly content releases
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Cross-device access
Features
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ASA PLUS is a flexible, personalized subscription featuring trusted digital content from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, including short-form educational videos, event sessions, and expert-developed resources and discussion. ASA PLUS is anchored by session content from the ANESTHESIOLOGY® annual meeting and ASA® ADVANCE event. Expert-developed ASA Originals are continuously expanded and updated over time through monthly releases, helping members stay at the forefront of clinical and business innovation. Unlimited Premium Access Explore premium content directly from the ANESTHESIOLOGY annual meeting, ASA ADVANCE, and expert-developed ASA Originals on sought-after topics. Always Up-to-Date Content Make confident decisions with timely, relevant knowledge across clinical practice, career development, innovation, quality and patient safety, business innovation, and more, all in one easy-to-navigate app. Powerful Search, Navigation, and Recommendations Quickly find the content you need and the speakers you want to learn from with intuitive search tools, smart navigation, and AI-powered recommendations based on your interests. Seamless Digital Experience Make the most of your time and learning, whenever and wherever. Access your subscription on desktop, tablet, or phone with a smooth, interruption-free experience. Exclusive Subscriber Features Customize your experience with enhanced recommendations and saved preferences. Reliable, Trusted Content Know you’re accessing ASA’s expertise and authority with your subscription to dependable and accurate content. ASA PLUS helps subscribers discover relevant education faster, stay current with new monthly releases, and access trusted content across devices. Important: Access is available only to ASA PLUS subscribers. A valid ASA account is required.

Screenshots

DART Sim for iPhone4 screens
ASA PLUS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ASA PLUS at Free against DART Sim for iPhone's $29.99. ASA PLUS also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.3). DART Sim for iPhone's advantage is iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

ASA PLUS is free to download; DART Sim for iPhone costs $29.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ASA PLUS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DART Sim for iPhone versus ASA PLUS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDART Sim for iPhoneASA PLUS
Price$29.99Free — better
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB137 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSTAR CPR San DiegoAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists

Customer experience

DART Sim for iPhone

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ASA PLUS

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DART Sim for iPhone

No in-app purchases

None

ASA PLUS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DART Sim for iPhone free?
DART Sim for iPhone costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ASA PLUS free?
ASA PLUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DART Sim for iPhone or ASA PLUS?
ASA PLUS is rated higher. DART Sim for iPhone averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ASA PLUS averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DART Sim for iPhone or ASA PLUS have ads?
Neither DART Sim for iPhone nor ASA PLUS shows ads.

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