# ARPlanets 2 vs Solar System Builder AR

The clearest difference is rating: Solar System Builder AR at 4.7 against ARPlanets 2's 3.3. Solar System Builder AR also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 57%) and ratings volume (194 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ARPlanets 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Solar System Builder AR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Solar System Builder AR holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solar System Builder AR has 194 ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of ARPlanets 2's written reviews are positive against 93% of Solar System Builder AR's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ARPlanets 2 | Solar System Builder AR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arplanets-2/id1387711637/reviews) | **[4.7 (194 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-system-builder-ar-space/id1399081481/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 15 | **194** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **93.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 423 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniele Citi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1187632258) | [Mihai Ghiserel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240176805) |

## What reviewers say

### ARPlanets 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arplanets-2/id1387711637)

Explore the augmented reality Solar System with interactive 3D models and intuitive gestures. Learn basic and advanced astronomy concepts through engaging AR lessons.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality Solar System exploration, Interactive 3D model manipulation, Discover celestial body details, AR-based astronomy lessons, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access AR | $1.99 | one-time |


### Solar System Builder AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-system-builder-ar-space/id1399081481)

Create and explore your own solar systems in augmented reality. Learn about planets, stars, and gravity through interactive simulations and educational content. Perfect for curious minds of all ages.

**Highlights:** Create custom solar systems in AR, Orbital physics simulation, Explore 35+ celestial bodies, Learn about gravity and orbits, Place objects in real-world environments, Detailed information on celestial bodies

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PRO Pack - Stars and Planets | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Amazing AR solar experience
- 🌌 Realistic 3D simulations
- 🌟 Beautiful imagery and visuals
- 🔭 Great for amateur astronomers
- 🪐 Ability to build own solar systems

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Requires real money for most content
- 💰 Limited free planets and features
- 🤔 Some users confused about unlocking content
- 💵 High cost for AR features

**Requested features**

- Add more planets and celestial objects
- Include pre-built solar systems
- Add black holes
- Scale sun size
- Add tutorial for planet orbits


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ARPlanets 2 free?

ARPlanets 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Solar System Builder AR free?

Solar System Builder AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ARPlanets 2 or Solar System Builder AR?

Solar System Builder AR is rated higher. ARPlanets 2 averages 3.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Solar System Builder AR averages 4.7 from 194 ratings.

### Do ARPlanets 2 or Solar System Builder AR have ads?

Neither ARPlanets 2 nor Solar System Builder AR 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.*