# Space Shuttle AR vs Rockets Up!

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Space Shuttle AR at 1.2K against Rockets Up!'s 1. Rockets Up!'s advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Rockets Up! holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Space Shuttle AR has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Space Shuttle AR | Rockets Up! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-shuttle-ar/id1289002724/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rockets-up/id1666119278/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 78.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 68 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Noriaki Murao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289002723) | [Melih Kavla](https://appshunter.io/developer/1016290065) |

## What reviewers say

### Space Shuttle AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-shuttle-ar/id1289002724)

Experience the Space Shuttle's return through augmented reality. As the launch director, guide the shuttle from launch to a safe docking with the International Space Station. Witness realistic smoke, fire, and engine separation in your own environment.

**Highlights:** Augmented Reality (AR) experience, Launch director role, Space Shuttle launch simulation, Docking with International Space Station, Realistic smoke and fire effects, Booster and fuel tank separation, Multiple viewing angles

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic space shuttle simulation
- 👍 Stunning graphics and visuals
- 🎉 Engaging and educational experience
- 💡 Innovative use of AR technology

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Placement and launch issues on some devices
- 🔍 Limited control and customization options
- ⏱️ Short gameplay duration

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing on launch
- Inability to place the shuttle on flat surfaces

**Requested features**

- Add more rockets and spacecraft to launch
- Allow users to build and customize their own rockets
- Implement a re-entry and landing sequence
- Provide more background options (e.g., stars, planets)


### Rockets Up!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rockets-up/id1666119278)

Build and upgrade your rocket to explore distant planets. Rise higher and higher in this engaging space adventure.

**Highlights:** Rocket upgrades, Planet exploration, Progressive launch mechanics, Simple controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Space Shuttle AR free?

Space Shuttle AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Rockets Up! free?

Rockets Up! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Space Shuttle AR or Rockets Up!?

Rockets Up! is rated higher. Space Shuttle AR averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Rockets Up! averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Space Shuttle AR or Rockets Up! have ads?

Neither Space Shuttle AR nor Rockets Up! 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.*