Best Planetary Clock alternatives: apps like Planetary Clock

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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4 free apps
Updated November 2026

Planetary Clock is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ 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
πŸ“š 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.

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Solar System Viewer: 8Planets
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Simulate planetary orbits
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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
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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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Heliosphere - Solar System
Heliosphere - Solar System
Heliosphere - Solar System
Explore Space Around You
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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.

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Real Solar System
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Real Solar System with ARKit.
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Explore a realistic solar system simulation using augmented reality. View the orbits of planets and celestial bodies based on real-time data, with adjustable speeds and zoom functions. Discover different objects and learn about their positions in space.

Realistic AR solar system simulationOrbits of 8 planets displayedRealistic planet textures
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Solar System Clock
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Track the planets.
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Visualize the current or historical positions of planets in our solar system. Explore future or past planetary alignments and identify optimal times for observing planets in the night sky.

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Universe Size Comparison
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Universe Size Comparison
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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.

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Constellation Finder - Planets
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Star, Sky Gazer & Solar System
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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.

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