Comparison

Exoplanet Explorer vs Space AR Map

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

Head to head
About

Exoplanet Explorer

Explore a vast catalog of over 6,000 confirmed exoplanets with detailed scientific data. Compare worlds, visualize habitable zones, and track new discoveries. Ideal for stargazers, students, educators, and researchers.

Highlights
  • 6,000+ confirmed exoplanets
  • Detailed scientific data
  • Advanced filtering and sorting
  • Planet comparison tool
  • Habitable zone analysis
  • Home screen widgets
  • Apple Watch companion app
Features
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Explore the universe of exoplanets — over 6,000 confirmed worlds orbiting distant stars, updated from leading scientific archives. Track new discoveries as they happen and dive into the data behind every planet. EXPLORE THE COSMOS Search, filter, and sort the complete catalogue of confirmed exoplanets. Find planets by discovery method, star type, orbital characteristics, or habitability potential. Every entry includes detailed scientific data from peer-reviewed sources. ATMOSPHERIC SPECTRA Browse JWST and Hubble transmission spectra for planets where atmospheric data is available. Toggle molecular overlays for CO2, CH4, H2O, CO and more to see which absorption features have been detected. 3D SYSTEM VIEW Step into a planetary system in 3D — see each planet's orbit around its host star with realistic shading and a visualisation of the habitable zone. On iPhone and iPad you can also place a system into your environment in AR. COMPARE WORLDS Analyze exoplanets side-by-side — or compare them with Solar System planets like Earth, Jupiter, and Mars. Compare sizes, masses, orbital periods, star properties, and habitability scores to understand what makes each world unique. HABITABLE ZONE VISUALIZATION See exactly where planets orbit within their star's habitable zone — the region where liquid water could exist. Identify potentially Earth-like worlds and understand the conditions for life beyond our solar system. FEATURES • 6,000+ confirmed exoplanets with detailed scientific data • Atmospheric spectra with molecular overlays • 3D system view with AR mode • Advanced filtering and sorting • Planet comparison tool with Solar System reference • Habitable zone analysis • Spotlight search with deep linking • Home screen widgets • Apple Watch companion app • Bookmark favorites with iCloud sync • Available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro GO PREMIUM Enjoying the app? Premium takes it further — unlimited bookmarks, the full planet comparison tool, and additional widgets. A small yearly upgrade that makes a big difference. Whether you're a curious stargazer, student, educator, or researcher, Exoplanet Explorer puts the cosmos in your pocket. Terms of Use (EULA): https://the-exoplanets.space/eula/ Privacy Policy: https://the-exoplanets.space/privacy/

About

Space AR Map

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AR. AI 기반의 스마트 키즈 우주 백과사전입니다. 행성, 별자리, 우주선 테마별 학습과 흥미로운 AR 3D 와 퀴즈 중심의 학습을 제공합니다. 1. AR 컬러링 포스터 : 포스터 도안을 채색하고 AR 앱 연동 학습기능 2. 게이미피케이션 : 흥미로운 학습을 위한 AR 미션 게임과 AI 활용한 방대한 퀴즈 학습 3. 테마별 AR 포스터 : 다양한 테마별 포스터와 야광 스티커를 통해 나만의 AR 포스터를 만들 수 있습니다.

Screenshots

Exoplanet Explorer4 screens
Space AR Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Space AR Map at daily against Exoplanet Explorer's every 2 weeks. Space AR Map also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Exoplanet Explorer's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On price, 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. Exoplanet Explorer sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 3 months and Space AR Map sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Exoplanet Explorer ships an update every 2 weeks, Space AR Map daily. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Exoplanet Explorer versus Space AR Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterExoplanet ExplorerSpace AR Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (70 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings70 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size169 MB1.5 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCarsten KnoblichSTUDIO W Co.,Ltd

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Exoplanet Explorer

Subscriptions2
  • 3 months subscription7 Days trial$2.993 Months
  • 12 months subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time2
  • Big supporting tip$2.99
  • Really big supporting tip$4.99
1 purchases

Space AR Map

One-time1
  • Buy full features$24.99

Questions

Is Exoplanet Explorer free?
Exoplanet Explorer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Space AR Map free?
Space AR Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Exoplanet Explorer or Space AR Map have ads?
Neither Exoplanet Explorer nor Space AR Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Exoplanet Explorer or Space AR Map?
Exoplanet Explorer ships an update every 2 weeks, and Space AR Map daily. Most recently, Exoplanet Explorer was updated on October 11, 2026 and Space AR Map on September 30, 2026.

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