Best Planetary Clock alternatives: apps like Planetary Clock

9+ similar apps compared and reviewed

3.4 avg rating
4 free apps
Updated October 2026

Planetary Clock is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 9+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Planetary Clock

AR Solar System: AR Planets#2

AR Solar System: AR Planets by Mustafa Alpay

Solar System & Planets in AR
Strong Contender
📚 Education
1.0(1 ratings)
$0.99
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Explore the solar system with augmented reality. View planets, toggle labels and orbits, and manipulate time to observe celestial movements. This educational tool overlays celestial objects onto your real-world environment.

Solar System Viewer: 8Planets#3

Solar System Viewer: 8Planets by BLUE COMET LABS LLC

Simulate planetary orbits
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.4(28 ratings)
$2.99In-App Purchases
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Explore and simulate the orbits of planets in our solar system. This app allows you to speed up or slow down time, travel to any date, and view planetary positions. It also offers widgets for your home screen and Apple Watch complications.

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Planetaria: Space Simulator
Planetaria: Space Simulator
Planetaria: Space Simulator
Explore the Solar System in AR
$4.99

Explore a dynamic 3D model of the Solar System, synchronizing with real-time data to show celestial bodies in orbit. Discover planets, dwarf planets, and moons with detailed surface models. Manipulate time to view past and future solar system configurations.

Interactive 3D Solar System modelReal-time celestial body positionsDetailed 3D surface models
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5
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
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Real Solar System
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Real Solar System
Real Solar System with ARKit.
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Solar System Clock
Solar System Clock
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Universe Size Comparison
Universe Size Comparison
Universe Size Comparison
by Daniele Citi
$1.99

Explore the vastness of space and understand celestial body dimensions through interactive 3D comparisons. Discover the scale of planets and stars, from our Sun to hypergiant stars, with guided tours and free comparison modes.

3D astronomical comparisonsTour Mode with guided explanationsFree Mode for custom comparisons
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Constellation Finder - Planets
Constellation Finder - Planets
Constellation Finder - Planets
Star, Sky Gazer & Solar System
Free

Discover planets and constellations with an interactive and educational journey through space. Explore celestial bodies, learn fascinating facts, and enjoy a playful design that makes learning about the solar system fun for all ages.

Instant planet search and navigationFascinating facts and real dataInteractive solar system exploration
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