Comparison

Speedbrix vs VHF Simulator

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

Head to head
About

Speedbrix

Features
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The Speedbrix adaptable display gives the the flexibility to define what works for you. Each layout can be named and saved as a profile to make life easy, and you get multiple profiles. Heel and Trim readouts can be reset to zero when the device is secured and the boat level. It just keeps it simple and it’s a one tap task. When the Start Watch is selected, you get choose your Pre-Start and Post-Start screen layouts, the App will then automatically switch between them when the timer hits zero. Simple to use with a clear readout and highly accurate, Speedbrix App is deigned to make access to technology like this possible for everyone, so me made it free.

About

VHF Simulator

Features
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Prepare for sailing in the A1 Sea Area. The perfect complement to your training or exam preparation. Simulator Features: - Transmission of all DSC messages, - Various radiotelephone functions, - Receiving DSC messages, - Additional diagrams (Distress, Urgent, Safety, Routine, and Intermediation), - Phonetic alphabet, Premium Features: - Tasks - feel like you're on the exam, - Unlimited access to the simulator, You can use all of this during your cruise! To turn on the radio, hold the "PWR/VOL/SQL" knob for 2 seconds. Terms of Use (EULA): https://gorskiserwis.com/terms-vhf-simulator Privacy Policy: https://gorskiserwis.com/privacy-policy-vhf-simulator

Screenshots

Speedbrix4 screens
VHF Simulator3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Speedbrix at none against VHF Simulator's 1. VHF Simulator's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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

Both are free to download. VHF Simulator sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Speedbrix asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Speedbrix ships an update every 5 days, VHF Simulator weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Speedbrix versus VHF Simulator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpeedbrixVHF Simulator
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSailytix LimitedTomasz Cieslar

In-app purchases

None

Speedbrix

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VHF Simulator

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Speedbrix free?
Speedbrix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VHF Simulator free?
VHF Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Speedbrix or VHF Simulator have ads?
Neither Speedbrix nor VHF Simulator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Speedbrix or VHF Simulator?
Speedbrix ships an update every 5 days, and VHF Simulator weekly. Most recently, Speedbrix was updated on September 13, 2026 and VHF Simulator on September 23, 2026.

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