# Mercury Atlas

> Interactive 3D globe of Mercury with named features and real-time phase. (iPhone/iPad app by Julian James.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercury-atlas/id347553216 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Julian James](https://appshunter.io/developer/293642870)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercury-atlas/id347553216/reviews.md

## What is Mercury Atlas?

Explore a 3D globe of Mercury

Using the latest imagery consisting of a global mosaic of this elusive world, Mercury Atlas displays the phase and central meridian of Mercury from your chosen location and time. The feature database contains over 320 currently named features and is searchable.

You can switch to a 'Globe' mode that allows you to spin Mercury around to see the whole globe. 
Use pinch and finger gestures to manipulate a 3D globe of Mercury. As you zoom in more labels appear as finer detail comes into view. You can double tap on the labels to get more information about a particular feature.

Date, time and location can be changed. There is also a realtime mode that will update to the current time.

The Mercury globe can be shown with north or south at the top or inverted to suit different telescope views and the phase can be switched off to show the whole globe more clearly.

You can swipe left and right on the phase view to go backwards and forwards a day.

Moon, Mars, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn atlases are also available on the App Store!

## Key features

- 3D interactive globe of Mercury
- Real-time phase and central meridian display
- Searchable database of over 320 named features
- Gesture controls for zooming and spinning
- Detailed feature information on double-tap
- Adjustable date, time, and orientation

## Chart rankings

- #197 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mercury-atlas/id347553216/reviews.md

### 5/5 — MUST GET

*2015-10-02*

Best mercury globe worth the 2.99

### 3/5 — Good idea poor execution

*2013-07-15*

The globe of Mercury is good but the information is very lacking.  There are several craters named after unknown minor artists but little else.

### 5/5 — This app company is fantastic!

*2012-01-11*

I love the planet atlas series. All of them! Great work. But have we no other vivid details of Mercury? No elevation toggles? Does an update require sending a satellite probe to Mercury?

## Frequently asked questions about Mercury Atlas

### What is Mercury Atlas?

Mercury Atlas is a paid application that provides an interactive 3D globe of Mercury, allowing users to explore its surface, view real-time phases, and access information on over 320 named features.

### How much does Mercury Atlas cost?

Mercury Atlas is a paid app priced at $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required after the initial purchase.

### What devices is Mercury Atlas available on?

Mercury Atlas is available for iPhone and iPad devices.

### Is Mercury Atlas suitable for children?

Mercury Atlas has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users interested in space exploration.

### How often is Mercury Atlas updated?

The latest version, 4.0.3, was last updated on November 8, 2025. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and data enhancements.

### Can I use Mercury Atlas offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, given its nature as a detailed atlas, an internet connection may be required for certain real-time features or data updates.

### Does Mercury Atlas have ads?

No, Mercury Atlas does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience.

### What makes Mercury Atlas unique compared to other space apps?

Mercury Atlas offers a highly detailed and interactive 3D globe specifically focused on Mercury, with a comprehensive, searchable database of named features and real-time phase capabilities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.3 — 2025-11-08

Added drop shadow for feature labels for greater clarity. Bug fixes and improvements.

### 4.0.2 — 2025-10-28

Bug fixes and improvements.

### 4.0.1 — 2025-10-22

Bug fixes and improvements. Version 4 has an improved user interface that's now more related to the new user interfaces that have been built for the iPhone, iPad and Mac versions.

### 4.0.0 — 2025-09-15

This is a big update with a whole new user interface which has been built with SwiftUI and adopting Liquid Glass for iOS and iPadOS 26.

### 3.0.5 — 2025-05-07

Bug fixes and improvements.

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## More apps by Julian James

- [Zone Warrior](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zone-warrior/id293642867)
- [Moon Atlas](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moon-atlas/id302171459)
- [Mars Atlas](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-atlas/id303482394)
- [Apollo Eagle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apollo-eagle/id315792821)
- [Venus Atlas](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/venus-atlas/id317310503)
- [Planisphere](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/planisphere/id331897327)

All apps by Julian James: https://appshunter.io/developer/293642870

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-02.*