Comparison

AR vs Cosmos

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

Head to head
About

AR

Explore a realistic solar system in augmented reality. View planets and their movements up close in your environment, from your bedroom to the outdoors. A simple and immersive way to learn about space.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality solar system
  • Planet movement visualization
  • Detailed planet information
  • Immersive educational experience
  • Classroom and outdoor use
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Imagine yourself immersed in a solar system and watch closely every movement of planets as you want them to be. A cool and simple way of viewing the solar system! With AR - Solar System, you can explore science in whole new dimension. And look up for the details of every planet. This uses apple's new ARkit, through which you can delve into solar system wherever you want, whether it is your bedroom, classroom and outdoor garden.

About

Cosmos

Explore our solar system with realistic 3D models of planets. Discover detailed information about atmospheric compositions, surface features, and fascinating facts. An interactive journey for space enthusiasts and curious learners.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D planet models
  • Detailed atmospheric and surface information
  • Captivating animations
  • Engaging exploration interface
  • Fascinating space facts
Features
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Of course, here is a more detailed description for the Cosmos app: "Embark on an immersive journey through the depths of the solar system with Cosmos, an interactive exploration app that brings the wonders of space to your fingertips. Featuring realistic 3D models of planets, Cosmos allows you to explore the unique features of each celestial body in stunning detail. With vibrant visuals and captivating animations, this app provides a window into the unknown aspects of our solar system. Delve into the atmospheric compositions, surface features, and fascinating facts about each planet as you navigate through Cosmos. Whether you're a space enthusiast or a curious learner, Cosmos offers a comprehensive experience that enriches your understanding of astronomy. Download Cosmos now and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos with a rich collection of 3D models, detailed information, and an engaging exploration interface."

Screenshots

AR4 screens
Cosmos4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cosmos at daily against AR's every 5 months. AR's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.1 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AR ships an update every 5 months, Cosmos daily. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AR versus Cosmos: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterARCosmos
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkshat GoelSalih Yusuf Goktas

Customer experience

AR

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Cosmos

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

AR

No in-app purchases

None

Cosmos

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AR free?
AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cosmos free?
Cosmos is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AR or Cosmos have ads?
Neither AR nor Cosmos shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AR or Cosmos?
AR ships an update every 5 months, and Cosmos daily. Most recently, AR was updated on November 4, 2026 and Cosmos on November 4, 2026.

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