Comparison

Vernier Graphical Analysis vs StellarRAD

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

Head to head
About

Vernier Graphical Analysis

This app allows science students to collect, graph, and analyze data from Vernier sensors. It supports various sensor types, offers multiple data collection modes, and provides powerful analysis tools like curve fitting and statistics. Data can be shared and exported for reports and further analysis.

Highlights
  • Multi-sensor data collection
  • Various data collection modes
  • Simultaneous graph display
  • Data table view
  • Curve fitting
  • Statistical calculations
  • Data export (.CSV)
Features
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Graphical Analysis™ is a tool for science students to collect, graph, and analyze data from Vernier sensors. Sensor data-collection support: • Vernier Go Direct® sensors - with Bluetooth® wireless technology • Vernier Go Wireless® Heart Rate and Go Wireless Exercise Heart Rate monitors • Vernier LabQuest® sensors used with a LabQuest Stream interface Additional experiment options: • Data Sharing via Wi-Fi connection to LabQuest 2 or Logger Pro® 3 • Manual Entry Note: Sensor data collection and Data Sharing require the purchase of hardware from Vernier Science Education. Manual entry of data can be performed without a hardware purchase. For more information on Data Sharing, visit http://www.vernier.com/css Key Features - Data Collection • Multi-sensor data-collection support • Time Based, Event Based, Drop Counting, and Photogate data-collection modes • Configurable data-collection rate and duration for time-based data collection • Optional triggering of time-based data collection based on sensor value • Customizable unit display on supported sensors • Sensor calibrations • Option to zero and reverse sensor readings • Graph match feature for use with motion detectors • Manual entry of data from keyboard and clipboard Key Features - Data Analysis • Display one, two, or three graphs simultaneously • View data in a table or show a graph and table side-by-side • Draw Predictions on a graph to uncover misconceptions • Examine, interpolate/extrapolate, and select data • Use Tangent tool to show instantaneous rates of change of the data • Find area under a curve using the Integral tool • Apply Statistics calculations to find mean, min, max, and standard deviation • Perform curve fits, including linear, quadratic, natural exponent, and more • Add calculated columns based on existing data to linearize data or investigate related concepts Key Features - Collaboration and Sharing • Create text annotations and add graph titles • Export graphs and data for printing and inclusion in lab reports • Export data in .CSV format for analysis of data in spreadsheet software such as Excel, Google Sheets, and Numbers • Adjust font sizes for easier viewing when presenting to your class Vernier Science Education has over 35 years of experience in providing effective learning resources for understanding experimental data in science and math classrooms. Graphical Analysis 4 is a part of the extensive system of sensors, interfaces, and data-collection software from Vernier for science and STEM education.

About

StellarRAD

This app enables real-time light spectrum analysis using WiFi-enabled spectrometers. It allows users to capture and analyze various light parameters, including spectral irradiance, lumens, and colorimetric data like CRI and CCT. Data can be easily saved and exported in multiple formats.

Highlights
  • Real-time light measurement
  • Full spectrum analysis
  • Control spectrometer
  • Spectral irradiance and lumens
  • Colorimetric analysis (CRI, CCT, xy)
  • Save and export data (.IRR, screenshot, PDF)
Features
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The StellarRAD App for all WiFi enabled StellarNet spectrometers makes real-time light measurement quick and easy. Acquire full spectrum analysis of LEDs, lamps, lasers, solar/ grow lights, & just about any type of luminaire from ultra-violet through the visible and near-infrared! This intuitive app lets users control their spectrometer and capture basic and more advanced light measurement parameters such as spectral irradiance and lumens. Colorimetric analysis such as CRI (color rendering index), CCT (correlated color temperature), xy chromaticity, and much more. Easily save and export your data and full spectral graph as .IRR text data file, screenshot, and/or PDF report with all parameters listed.

Screenshots

Vernier Graphical Analysis3 screens
StellarRAD4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: StellarRAD at 3.6 against Vernier Graphical Analysis's 2.1. StellarRAD also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). Vernier Graphical Analysis's advantage is ratings volume (527 vs 10). 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StellarRAD holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Vernier Graphical Analysis has 527 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Vernier Graphical Analysis's written reviews are positive against 33% of StellarRAD's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vernier Graphical Analysis ships an update every 2 months, StellarRAD every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Vernier Graphical Analysis versus StellarRAD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVernier Graphical AnalysisStellarRAD
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.1 (527 ratings)3.6 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.2% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings527 — better10
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.716.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVernier Software & TechnologyStellarnet Inc

Customer experience

Vernier Graphical Analysis

All ratings527 ratings
Positive26.9%
Neutral1.9%
Negative71.2%
Written reviews202 reviews
Positive32.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative66.3%

StellarRAD

All ratings10 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative30.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

Vernier Graphical Analysis

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App freezes and becomes unresponsive
  • Sensor data not accurately recorded
  • Unexpected app behavior and strange visual effects

Requested features

3 requests
  • More stable and reliable performance
  • Better compatibility with older devices
  • Improved Bluetooth connectivity

StellarRAD

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Vernier Graphical Analysis

No in-app purchases

None

StellarRAD

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vernier Graphical Analysis free?
Vernier Graphical Analysis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is StellarRAD free?
StellarRAD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Vernier Graphical Analysis or StellarRAD?
StellarRAD is rated higher. Vernier Graphical Analysis averages 2.1 out of 5 from 527 ratings, while StellarRAD averages 3.6 from 10 ratings.
Do Vernier Graphical Analysis or StellarRAD have ads?
Neither Vernier Graphical Analysis nor StellarRAD shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Vernier Graphical Analysis or StellarRAD?
Vernier Graphical Analysis ships an update every 2 months, and StellarRAD every 3 days. Most recently, Vernier Graphical Analysis was updated on October 18, 2026 and StellarRAD on September 13, 2026.

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