Comparison

DART Sim Pro vs SimCPR PRO

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

Head to head
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/

About

SimCPR PRO

Features
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SimCPR® PRO is built for professional CPR instructors who need accurate and objective performance data, fast testing, and instant certification. Create a SkillStation by connecting the SimCPR® PRO app to a manikin or SimCPR® WristBand or ChestPad. Entertaining CPR feedback and skills scores. Instant digital certificates (in-app purchase). Score certificates with own company logo and instructor name. Easy digital certificate distribution. No paperwork. No delays. Just professional CPR training and digital certification.

Screenshots

DART Sim Pro4 screens
SimCPR PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: SimCPR PRO at fortnightly against DART Sim Pro's every 2 months. On price, 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

Both are free to download. DART Sim Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $149.99 per year and SimCPR PRO sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DART Sim Pro ships an update every 2 months, SimCPR PRO fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
DART Sim Pro versus SimCPR PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDART Sim ProSimCPR PRO
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size188 MB153 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSTAR CPR San DiegoSimCPR B.V.

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
3 purchases

SimCPR PRO

One-time3
  • SimCPR PRO Certificate 10 pack$9.90
  • SimCPR PRO Certificate 100 pack$39.00
  • SimCPR PRO Certificate 50 pack$79.00

Questions

Is DART Sim Pro free?
DART Sim Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SimCPR PRO free?
SimCPR PRO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DART Sim Pro or SimCPR PRO have ads?
Neither DART Sim Pro nor SimCPR PRO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DART Sim Pro or SimCPR PRO?
DART Sim Pro ships an update every 2 months, and SimCPR PRO fortnightly. Most recently, DART Sim Pro was updated on October 14, 2026 and SimCPR PRO on October 15, 2026.

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