DART Sim Pro vs ACLS Practice Test Exam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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/
ACLS Practice Test Exam
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Study for your ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) exam with original practice questions written for this app from the publicly available current AHA ACLS guidelines. Every question has a clear explanation. WHAT YOU GET - The ACLS surveys and team dynamics, the adult cardiac arrest algorithm, rhythm recognition, the bradycardia and tachycardia algorithms, and post-cardiac-arrest care. - A clear explanation for every question. - Timed practice tests that mirror the real exam style. - Progress saved on your device, no sign-up, works offline. ORIGINAL & SAFE Every question is written for this app from public study material. Nothing is copied from any real exam, test pool or third-party question bank. FREE TO START Practice free, then a single one-time purchase unlocks the full question bank and unlimited timed tests, no ads, no subscription, no account. NOTE Unofficial study and practice app. Not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the American Heart Association (AHA) or any certifying body. For learning only; does not grant certification, guarantee passing any course, and is not medical advice. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://flysky-privacy.pages.dev
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ACLS Practice Test Exam at every 10 days against DART Sim Pro's every 2 months. ACLS Practice Test Exam also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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
Both are free to download. DART Sim Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $149.99 per year and ACLS Practice Test Exam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DART Sim Pro ships an update every 2 months, ACLS Practice Test Exam every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DART Sim Pro | ACLS Practice Test Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 2.7 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 183 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | STAR CPR San Diego | fly sky pty ltd |
In-app purchases
DART Sim Pro
- DART Sim Pro - Annual$149.991 Year
- DART Sim Pro Lifetime License$849.99
ACLS Practice Test Exam
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support$6.997 Days
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support$16.991 Month
- Unlock Full Question Bank$4.99
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support$69.99
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