Planetarium VR vs Star Meditator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Planetarium VR
Explore the night sky with this virtual planetarium. Using your device's GPS and sensors, you can identify constellations and over 3000 stars. It supports VR Cardboard for an immersive experience and offers options for viewing the sky in different scenarios.
- View over 3000 stars
- Identify 88 constellations
- Uses GPS and advanced sensors
- Cardboard VR support
- Simulates diurnal motion
- Adjustable viewing locations
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have a view of Starry sky over a device "Planetarium VR" is using gps and advanced sensor. Only holding the device in the sky, you can see the constellations. "Planetarium VR" is "Cardboard" supported. "Planetarium VR" is equipped with a variety of options. -view the starry sky in the waterside. -Best in a dark place. ■function -stellar to be displayed more than 3000. -using gps and advanced sensor. -Display all of the stars and constellations, apply regardless of the Northern Hemisphere or the Southern Hemisphere. -Display 88 kinds of constellations -"Cardboard" supported. ■Option "Planetarium VR" is equipped with a variety of options. 【constellations】 It appears constellation near the starry sky that looked up. 【Diurnal motion】 advance the time in 15-second intervals. 【Waterside】 view the starry sky in the waterside. 【Night】 Best in a dark place. 【Location】 Using a GPS, calculate the starry sky and the constellation position of the current location.
Star Meditator
Unwind and find inner peace with this cosmic journey meditation game. Connect stars to create beautiful constellations and enjoy tranquil soundscapes. Customize your experience and play offline anytime, anywhere.
- Relaxing gameplay
- Constellation creation
- Calming soundscapes
- Customizable settings
- Offline mode
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Welcome to Star Meditator, the ultimate meditation game designed to help you unwind and find inner peace. Immerse yourself in a serene cosmic journey where you can create beautiful constellations by connecting stars. Features: Relaxing Gameplay: Engage in a soothing experience that helps reduce stress and promote relaxation. Constellation Creation: Connect lines between stars to form stunning constellations and explore the beauty of the night sky. Calming Soundscapes: Immerse yourself in tranquil background music and ambient sounds that elevate your meditation experience. Customizable Settings: Personalize your experience with adjustable sound levels to suit your preferences. Offline Mode: Relax and meditate anytime, anywhere, even without an internet connection. Star Meditator is perfect for anyone seeking a moment of calm and creativity in their busy lives. Dive into the cosmos, connect the stars, and let your mind drift into a state of blissful meditation. Download Star Meditator today and start your journey to relaxation and inner peace.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Star Meditator at 100% against Planetarium VR's 41%. Star Meditator also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Planetarium VR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Star Meditator asks for nothing beyond the download.
Star Meditator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Planetarium VR's written reviews are positive against 100% of Star Meditator's.
Planetarium VR ships an update every 6 months, Star Meditator every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Planetarium VR | Star Meditator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (5 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 41.2% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 141 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Taosoftware Inc. | Hua Tan |
Customer experience
Planetarium VR
Star Meditator
In-app purchases
Planetarium VR
- Solar system planets$1.99
Star Meditator
No in-app purchases
Questions
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