Best Orrery alternatives: apps like Orrery: 3D Solar System

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Updated October 2026

Looking for something like Orrery? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to Orrery

Cosmic Specks#1

Cosmic Specks by Kaolin Fire

the solar system, unsimplified
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Education
5.0(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore the solar system with accurate scale and orbital mechanics. This app removes common simplifications to reveal the true vastness and complexity of space. Witness planetary rotations, eclipses, and comet paths with unprecedented detail.

AstroShort#2

AstroShort by Edon Zogaj

Planets, places & beyond
Strong Contender
πŸ“š Education
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Explore the entire universe from your fingertips, flying between planets, moons, and even black holes. Dive deep into factual information sourced from NASA, with interactive real-world locations and animated scenes. Offers both an explorer and a kid-friendly mode for all ages.

Solar Orrery#3

Solar Orrery by LanguageCraft

A cinematic planetarium
Worth Considering
πŸ“š Education
5.0(2 ratings)
Free
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Explore a real-time, interactive model of our solar system and the night sky. Journey through planets, moons, stars, and constellations with cinematic visuals and intuitive controls. Track celestial objects and experience the vastness of space.

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SolarNav 3D
SolarNav 3D
SolarNav 3D
Solar system and eclipses
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RealTime Space
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3D Solar System Tour
3D Solar System Tour
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COSMOS - 3D Solar System
COSMOS - 3D Solar System
COSMOS - 3D Solar System
Real-time planets & orbits
Free

Explore a real-time 3D model of the solar system, accurately depicting planet positions based on orbital mechanics. Zoom in on celestial bodies, control time to view past or future sky events, and learn details about each planet. This app offers an ad-free, offline experience with a one-time purchase.

Real-time planet and moon positionsScrub through time for past/future viewsPhoto-realistic textures
πŸ“š Education
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paid
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Cosmivoy: Universe Explorer
Cosmivoy: Universe Explorer
Cosmivoy: Universe Explorer
3D Space Flight & Stargazing
Free
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Heliosphere - Solar System
Heliosphere - Solar System
Heliosphere - Solar System
Explore Space Around You
Free

Explore a real-time 3D simulation of the solar system, planets, moons, and spacecraft using accurate astronomical data. Learn about celestial bodies and space missions with educational content and quizzes.

Real-time 3D solar system simulationLive spacecraft trackingDeep sky exploration
πŸ“š Education
(2)
free
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Orrery: A Solar System
Orrery: A Solar System
Orrery: A Solar System
Planets in 3D, AR & Lessons
Free

Explore a dynamic 3D model of the solar system with real-time planetary motion and historical events. Features narrated stories, AR capabilities, and educational mini-lessons. Unlock the full solar system with a one-time purchase.

3D solar system model with real motionAugmented Reality (AR) modeNarrated stories and vital statistics
πŸ“š Education
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free with in-app purchases