[1] At the time of its introduction it was the only package for the C64 with features comparable to Lotus 1-2-3, including spreadsheet, database and graphics components.
[2] To alleviate the C64's somewhat limited memory capacity when running complex software, Vizastar included a ROM cartridge that provided an additional 4K RAM and also served as a form of copy protection.
[3] Commodore Microcomputers stated that "Vizastar packs so much muscle into the 64 that it is hard to believe you're running it on a 64K machine".
's Gazette said "There's nothing quite like Vizastar 128 for the Commodore 128 ... Each application, if available separately, would be a good solid program".
The magazine added that if the company could combine it with Vizawrite Classic, "it would become the Commodore 128 Appleworks".