Comparison

Quantum Wave in a Box vs Atomizer AR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Quantum Wave in a Box

This app numerically solves the one-dimensional Schrödinger equation for non-relativistic particles in user-defined potential fields. It provides energy levels, wave-functions, and animations of wave-packet evolution. Ideal for physics students and educators to visualize quantum mechanics concepts.

Highlights
  • Schrödinger equation solver (1D)
  • User-defined potential V(x)
  • Hamiltonian matrix diagonalization
  • Wave-packet evolution animation
  • Energy levels and wave-functions visualization
  • RPN expression input for V(x)
Features
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Schrödinger equation solver 1D. User defined potential V(x). Diagonalization of hamiltonian matrix. Animation showing evolution in time of a gaussian wave-packet. In Quantum Mechanics the one-dimensional Schrödinger equation is a fundamental academic though exciting subject of study for both students and teachers of Physics. A solution of this differential equation represents the motion of a non-relativistic particle in a potential energy field V(x). But very few solutions can be derived with a paper and pencil. Have you ever dreamed of an App which would solve this equation (numerically) for each input of V(x) ? Give you readily energy levels and wave-functions and let you see as an animation how evolves in time a gaussian wave-packet in this particular interaction field ? Quantum Wave in a Box does it ! For a large range of values of the quantum system parameters. Actually the originally continuous x-spatial differential problem is discretized over a finite interval (the Box) while time remains a continuous variable. The time-independent Schrödinger equation H ψ(x) = E ψ(x), represented by a set of linear equations, is solved by using quick diagonalization routines. The solution ψ(x,t) of the time-dependent Schrödinger equation is then computed as ψ(x,t) = exp(-iHt) ψ₀(x) where ψ₀(x) is a gaussian wave-packet at initial time t = 0. You enter V(x) as RPN expression, set values of parameters and will get a solution in many cases within seconds ! - Atomic units used throughout (mass of electron = 1) - Quantum system defined by mass, interval [a, b] representing the Box and (real) potential energy V(x). - Spatially continuous problem discretized over [a, b] and time-independent Schrödinger equation represented by a system of N+1 linear equations using a 3, 5 or 7 point stencil; N being the number of x-steps. Maximum value of N depends on device’s RAM: up to 4000 when computing eigenvalues and eigenvectors, up to 8000 when computing eigenvalues only. - Diagonalization of hamiltonian matrix H gives eigenvalues and eigenfunctions. When computing eigenvalues only, lowest energy levels of bound states (if any) with up to 10-digit precision. - Listing of energy levels and visualisation of eigenwave-functions. - Animation shows gaussian wave-packet ψ(x,t) evolving with real-time evaluation of average velocity, kinetic energy and total energy. - Toggle between clockwise and counter-clockwise evolution of ψ(x,t). - Watch Real ψ, Imag ψ or probability density |ψ|². - Change initial gaussian parameters of the wave-packet (position, group velocity, standard deviation), enter any time value, then tap refresh button to observe changes in curves without new diagonalization. This is particularly useful to get a (usually more precise) solution for any time value t when animation is slower in cases of N being large. - Watch both solution ψ(x,t) and free wave-packet curves evolve together in time and separate when entering non-zero potential energy region. - Zoom in and out any part of the curves and watch how ψ(x,t) evolve locally.

About

Atomizer AR

Explore the quantum world with interactive 3D models of atoms and molecules in augmented reality. Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals, and sketch organic compounds to instantly generate their nomenclature.

Highlights
  • 3D atomic and molecular orbital visualization
  • Augmented reality integration
  • Hartree-Fock computational method for MOs
  • Sketch organic compounds
  • Automatic SMILES and IUPAC nomenclature generation
Features
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Atomizer AR turns your iPhone or iPad into a portable quantum chemistry lab. Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals in 3D, render electron density clouds, and step into immersive WebXR augmented reality where molecules sit on your desk at real-world scale. — WHAT YOU CAN DO — • Explore atomic orbitals computed from real hydrogenic wavefunctions: 1s, 2p, 3d, 4f and beyond, with adjustable shell glow and Bohmian trajectory animation. • View any molecule's molecular orbitals (HOMO, LUMO, intermediates) computed via PySCF on the cloud, then rendered as interactive isosurfaces. • See ball-and-stick models in WebXR augmented reality. Tap "View in AR", point at a flat surface, place the molecule on a table, then pinch to scale and drag to rotate. • Pair your phone with the desktop using Atomizer Remote: enter a 4-letter code, then tilt your phone to control the on-screen molecule with your gyroscope. Live preview streams back to your phone in real time. • Browse 40+ molecules — water, glucose, caffeine, benzene, ammonia, ethanol, methane, sulfuric acid and more — with energy diagrams, dipole arrows, lone pairs (VSEPR) and MO correlation diagrams. • Calculate molar mass live from any chemical formula, including parenthesised groups like Ca(OH)₂ and (NH₄)₂SO₄, with per-element breakdown. • Balance equations, run stoichiometry, sketch molecules in 2D, and explore reaction pathways. — SUBSCRIPTIONS — Free: 5 molecule renders per period. All calculator tools and full periodic table. Californium Pass — $2.99/month. 50 renders monthly, priority compute queue. Einsteinium Pass — $6.99/month. Unlimited renders, GLTF export for AR/3D printing, protein visualization, priority support. Auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Subscriptions sync across iPhone, iPad, and electronvisual.org. Privacy: https://electronvisual.org/privacy Terms: https://electronvisual.org/terms

Screenshots

Quantum Wave in a Box4 screens
Atomizer AR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Atomizer AR at 100% against Quantum Wave in a Box's 0%. Atomizer AR also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 37 months). Quantum Wave in a Box's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.2). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Atomizer AR sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Quantum Wave in a Box asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Atomizer AR holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Quantum Wave in a Box's written reviews are positive against 100% of Atomizer AR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quantum Wave in a Box ships an update every 37 months, Atomizer AR every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and July 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Quantum Wave in a Box versus Atomizer AR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuantum Wave in a BoxAtomizer AR
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 37 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB132 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichel RamillonWonmo Seong

Customer experience

Quantum Wave in a Box

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Atomizer AR

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Quantum Wave in a Box

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Atomizer AR

Subscriptions4
  • Californium Pass$1.991 Month
  • Californium Pass$2.991 Month
  • Einsteinium Pass$3.991 Year
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  • Einsteinium Pass$6.991 Month

Questions

Is Quantum Wave in a Box free?
Quantum Wave in a Box is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Atomizer AR free?
Atomizer AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Quantum Wave in a Box or Atomizer AR?
Atomizer AR is rated higher. Quantum Wave in a Box averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Atomizer AR averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Quantum Wave in a Box or Atomizer AR have ads?
Neither Quantum Wave in a Box nor Atomizer AR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Quantum Wave in a Box or Atomizer AR?
Quantum Wave in a Box ships an update every 37 months, and Atomizer AR every 4 weeks. Most recently, Quantum Wave in a Box was updated on June 1, 2026 and Atomizer AR on July 5, 2026.

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