Steampunk Foucault Pendulum vs Illusio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Steampunk Foucault Pendulum
Experience a 3D physics simulation of Foucault's pendulum, demonstrating Earth's rotation. Explore its history, customize notifications, and find other pendulums globally. This educational tool brings a classic physics experiment to life with a steampunk aesthetic.
- 3D physics simulation
- Steampunk theme
- History and reference
- Customizable notifications
- Global pendulum locator
- Earth rotation demonstration
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In 1851 French physicist, Léon Foucault, constructed a simple pendulum where at the base, placement of pegs arranged in an arc are struck by the bob as the pendulum rhythmically oscillates above. The plane of oscillation appears to rotate eventually knocking each peg but this effect is that of the Earth rotating underneath. This was the first experiment of its kind that visually demonstrated the rotation of Earth about its axis. Enjoy this physics simulation presented in 3D themed in Steampunk genre! Includes • History and reference • Settings including receiving notifications when pegs are about to be knocked over • An immersive 3D rotunda demonstrating the principles of a Foucault Pendulum • Locate other pendulums operating around the world!
Illusio
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Illusio is a modern magic learning experience designed to help you master real techniques, sleights, and performance skills step by step. Progress through structured learning paths while learning card magic, sleight-of-hand, forces, controls, false shuffles, performance psychology, and more. Features: • Step-by-step magic lessons • Structured progression paths • Real-world performance advice • Pro tips and common mistakes • XP, streak, token, and progression tracking • Rewards and digital downloads • Competitions and giveaways • Performance routines and practice tools • Cloud progression sync • Dark and light mode support • Optimised for phones and tablets Whether you’re completely new to magic or improving existing skills, Illusio helps you build real performance ability through focused, immersive lessons. Earn rewards, track your progress, unlock achievements, build performance routines, and continue developing your magic skills through an expanding collection of lessons and learning paths. New lessons, rewards, competitions, and learning paths are added regularly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Steampunk Foucault Pendulum at none against Illusio's shown. Illusio's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 12 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Steampunk Foucault Pendulum ships an update every 12 months, Illusio every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Steampunk Foucault Pendulum | Illusio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Brian Buck | Mind Mirage Apps Ltd |
In-app purchases
Steampunk Foucault Pendulum
No in-app purchases
Illusio
No in-app purchases
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