# APOD — Astronomy Picture — Astronomy Picture of the Day

> Daily NASA astronomy images with professional explanations. (iPhone/iPad app by Vibes LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apod-astronomy-picture/id1144956536 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vibes LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1618404243)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,179 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 77 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish, Arabic, American English, Ukrainian, Italian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2016-09-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apod-astronomy-picture/id1144956536/reviews.md

## What is APOD?

The starry sky, space, infinite universe!
What fascinates and doesn't leave anyone indifferent.

Astronomy Picture of the Day is a project, in which every day NASA publishes an amazing image of our fascinating universe along with a brief explanation written by professional astronomers.

APOD Mobile provides comfortable and easy access to the collection, to something that fascinates and mysterious in one click. Save photos to your photo roll or share them with friends.

Explore our beautiful universe with APOD.
New inspiration every day!

Please, check out the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use:
Privacy Policy: https://apod.ai/privacyPolicy
Terms of Use: https://apod.ai/termsOfUse

## Key features

- Daily NASA astronomy pictures
- Brief explanations by astronomers
- Access to the entire collection
- Save photos to device
- Share images with friends
- Explore the universe

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscribe Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Subscribe Monthly | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| APOD | $5.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of APOD?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💎 Awesome photos
- 🌌 Inspiring view of the universe
- 🌟 Reliable daily updates
- 🤩 Fascinating and educational content

**Cons**

- 🚫 App not working/updating
- 💰 Requires subscription/payment
- 🔔 Intrusive notifications
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate/use

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Photos not displaying correctly
- App crashing or freezing
- Sync/update issues

**Most requested features**

- Search function for past photos
- Ability to save/download photos
- Improved photo captions and descriptions
- Option to change user profile/settings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 87)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apod-astronomy-picture/id1144956536/reviews.md

### 4/5 — APOD Sync Delay: New Posts Appear a Day Late

*2026-06-27*

The app is always one day behind. It never displays NASA’s APODs as soon as they are published. For June 27th, there is no APOD available, and the latest entry shown is June 26th.

### 5/5 — Fix please:  I love this app but its newest iteration has not been showing video, just blackness

*2026-05-05, version 2.0.7*

Very good but flawed

### 2/5 — I thought I was orginal

*2026-05-05*

I thought a NASA photo a day would be such a cool widget idea. It already exists! So awesome. I got the app today and the photo of the day is… nothing. Just a huge blank space with a description of a photo that was meant to be there? It’s my first day with the app so it’s mega disappointing off the bat. Maybe I’ll make a photo collection and use my iPhones native widget features instead 😅

### 2/5 — Black screen issue

*2026-05-04*

The black screen issue has decreased the star level from 5 to 2. It is annoying as it has been a prevalent issue for a long time and although numerous people comment every time it happens, no one acknowledges the comments or the issue. So it proves- no one of any import is monitoring the comments and they obviously have no interest in the product they are producing - odd as this is supposed to be I presume a public education effort. I do acknowledge that if you are lucky enough to work at NASA that you are busy have much more important stuff to do but it would be appreciated if someone at NASA knows anyone that is responsible for this APOD app . If they could grab the largest megaphone available and put it two inches from their ears and shout - HUSTON WE HAVE A PROBLEM!

### 1/5 — Very bad app

*2026-04-26, version 2.0.7*

It puts watermarks over any saved photos, it’s impossible to the use the saved photos as wallpapers or anything. No other app does this joke of rubbish. Do not install this app.

### 4/5 — Nice pics

*2026-04-12, version 2.0.7*

Works good

### 5/5 — Favorite app except videos!

*2026-04-09*

Please fix the video functionality!

### 3/5 — Love it, except videos

*2026-03-23*

This app is amazing. I love the images, the explanations, everything about it. Except..... there have been 3 posts in 2026 that were videos. The videos didn't show up. Multiple commenters reflected similar experiences in each post, and nothing seems to have been acknowledged or done from the developers. I'd give it 5 stars, but can't do that without working videos. Bummer!

### 3/5 — Great but ruined by opening Musk quote

*2026-02-08*

The app shows breathtaking pics as usual but opens with a stupid quote from Elon Musk. 
Science here please not politics.

### 1/5 — Going ? Going. GONE

*2025-11-05, version 2.0.7*

Since October 1, 2025 daily distribution of any ΑPOD astronomical photographs has ceased. I thought it must be something that I may have inadvertently done on my end, - but then I read the latest here from all the other subscribers having exactly the same issue. WHAT HAPPENED? and  WILL YOUR ISSUE BE FIXED? or SHOULD I JUST DELETE THE APP AND FORGET ABOUT YOU?

## Frequently asked questions about APOD

### What is Astronomy Picture of the Day?

Astronomy Picture of the Day is a project where NASA publishes a new, amazing image of the universe each day. Each image is accompanied by a brief explanation written by professional astronomers, offering insights into the wonders of space.

### What can I do with the Astronomy Picture of the Day app?

This app provides easy access to NASA's daily astronomy pictures and their explanations. You can explore the vastness of our universe, save your favorite images directly to your device's photo roll, and share them with friends and family.

### Is the Astronomy Picture of the Day app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering daily access to stunning space imagery. It does include in-app purchases, which may offer additional features or content for users who wish to enhance their experience.

### What kind of content does the app feature?

The app features high-quality images of the universe provided by NASA, showcasing everything from nebulae and galaxies to planets and celestial events. Each image is paired with a concise, informative explanation from professional astronomers.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for anyone fascinated by the starry sky, space, and the infinite universe. It's perfect for amateur astronomers, science enthusiasts, students, or anyone who enjoys visually captivating and educational content about our cosmos.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.8 — 2026-06-24

• Videos now play inline — autoplay, full screen, and download.
• A rotating daily quote from the greats of astronomy and space.
• Favorites polish and small fixes.

— Yauheni

### 2.0.7 — 2024-06-13

Thanks for using our app! We keep make it even better for you.
In this version:
- Widgets fixes

### 2.0.6 — 2024-04-19

Dear APOD users,
We've fixed some issues to to enhance your astronomical viewing experience.
Thanks for using our app!
Best regards,
APOD Team

### 2.0.4 — 2024-04-17

In the new version, we have added the ability to download high-quality photos and receive push notifications when someone likes or replies to your comment, also updated settings design with a new notifications section. Bug fixes.

### 2.0.3 — 2024-02-27

Dear Sky lovers,

In the new version, we have added the ability to open the APOD image with a single tap for greater convenience. 
Bug fixes.

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