# Solar Cell Simulator vs Physarum

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Solar Cell Simulator at none against Physarum's 6. Solar Cell Simulator also leads on iOS requirement (10.2 vs 26.0). Physarum's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (32 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Physarum sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Solar Cell Simulator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Physarum holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Physarum has 32 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Solar Cell Simulator | Physarum |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-cell-simulator/id1140260785/reviews) | **[4.8 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/physarum-slime-mold/id6744574947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **32** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.2** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Geoffrey Domm](https://appshunter.io/developer/373378724) | [GEORGY OSTROBROD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1875865758) |

## What reviewers say

### Solar Cell Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-cell-simulator/id1140260785)

This app simulates the power output of a solar cell based on its alignment with the sun. It considers factors like sun elevation, angle, cloud cover, and temperature, and can estimate performance based on your location's weather.

**Highlights:** Simulates solar cell power generation, Adjusts for sun alignment, Estimates impact of weather (clouds, temperature), Manual or automatic factor settings, Estimates solar cell effectiveness at your location

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Physarum

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/physarum-slime-mold/id6744574947)

Explore the fascinating emergent behavior of slime molds through a visually rich simulation. Adjust agent parameters, influence growth with intuitive controls, and discover complex, mesmerizing patterns.

**Highlights:** Slime mold behavior simulation, Autonomous agent control, Adjustable agent parameters, Maze solving and network formation, Vibrant color modes, Interactive system manipulation

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small developer tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium developer tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Big developer tip | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Solar Cell Simulator free?

Solar Cell Simulator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Physarum free?

Physarum is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Solar Cell Simulator or Physarum?

Physarum is rated higher. Solar Cell Simulator averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Physarum averages 4.8 from 32 ratings.

### Do Solar Cell Simulator or Physarum have ads?

Neither Solar Cell Simulator nor Physarum shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*