Comparison

Chemistry AR+ vs Atomizer AR

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

Head to head
About

Chemistry AR+

Visualize atomic structures, molecules, and VSEPR geometries in 3D augmented reality. Explore the first ten elements for free, with additional content available via in-app purchase. Includes interactive periodic trends and orbital shapes.

Highlights
  • 3D augmented reality models
  • View atoms, molecules, and VSEPR geometries
  • Interactive periodic trends
  • Atomic orbital shapes
  • Downloadable inquiry worksheets
  • First ten elements free
Features
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Get a three-dimensional view of all of the different VSEPR geometries so that you can understand the bond angles around the central atom for every configuration. Our support website now includes free downloadable inquiry worksheets to aid students in discovering atomic structure. https://powertendevelopment.com/2019/08/18/augmented-reality-atomic-structure-classroom-activities/  View atomic structure such as protons, neutrons, and electrons for each of the first ten elements (free) the next eight atoms are available in an In-App Purchase View different molecules and visualize structure. Visualize the periodic trend of electronegativity with an augmented reality periodic table. View s and p atomic orbital shapes. This app has been designed to provide teachers with a tool to project augmented reality models in the classroom to foster visualization of commonly taught content areas in Chemistry. Students can also use the app to learn content and see 3D structures in a new and unique way. Save time while learning the concepts of 3D molecular geometry in a fun and interactive way. Models Included In The Free Version VSEPR Linear, Trigonal Planar, Tetrahedral, Trigonal Bipyramidal, Octahedral Atomic Models Hydrogen, Helium, Lithium, Beryllium, Boron, Carbon, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Fluorine, Neon Molecules Ammonia, Carbon Dioxide, Diamond, Ethene, Methane, Nitrite Ion, Ozone, Phosphorus Pentabromide, Sulfur Hexafluoride, Thionyl Chloride, Water Trends and Orbitals Electronegativity Trend, Aufbau Diagram Models In The Paid In-App Versions Include all of the models in the free version and: VSEPR Trigonal Planar - Bent, Tetrahedral - Pyramidal, Tetrahedral - Bent, Trigonal Bipyramidal - Unsymmetrical Tetrahedron, Trigonal Bipyramidal - T-Shaped, Trigonal Bipyramidal - Linear, Octahedral - Square Pyramidal, Octahedral - Square Planar Atomic Models Sodium, Magnesium, Aluminum, Silicon, Phosphorus, Sulfur, Chlorine, Argon Molecules Benzene, cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, Ethane- Eclipsed, Ethane - Staggered, Ethanol, Graphene, Graphite, Sodium Chloride, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene, Xenon Tetrafluoride Trends and Orbitals Atomic Size Trend, s-Orbitals, p-Orbitals, Hydrogen Bonding Teacher/Student Worksheets now in this version. These worksheets need the paid version in order to be completed in full.

About

Atomizer AR

Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals in 3D, render electron density clouds, and explore molecules in augmented reality. Calculate molar mass, balance equations, and sketch molecules in 2D.

Highlights
  • 3D atomic and molecular orbital visualization
  • Electron density cloud rendering
  • WebXR augmented reality exploration
  • Molecule control via gyroscope
  • Molar mass calculation
  • Equation balancing and stoichiometry
  • 2D molecule sketching
Features
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Atomizer AR turns your iPhone or iPad into a portable quantum chemistry lab. Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals in 3D, render electron density clouds, and step into immersive WebXR augmented reality where molecules sit on your desk at real-world scale. — WHAT YOU CAN DO — • Explore atomic orbitals computed from real hydrogenic wavefunctions: 1s, 2p, 3d, 4f and beyond, with adjustable shell glow and Bohmian trajectory animation. • View any molecule's molecular orbitals (HOMO, LUMO, intermediates) computed via PySCF on the cloud, then rendered as interactive isosurfaces. • See ball-and-stick models in WebXR augmented reality. Tap "View in AR", point at a flat surface, place the molecule on a table, then pinch to scale and drag to rotate. • Pair your phone with the desktop using Atomizer Remote: enter a 4-letter code, then tilt your phone to control the on-screen molecule with your gyroscope. Live preview streams back to your phone in real time. • Browse 40+ molecules — water, glucose, caffeine, benzene, ammonia, ethanol, methane, sulfuric acid and more — with energy diagrams, dipole arrows, lone pairs (VSEPR) and MO correlation diagrams. • Calculate molar mass live from any chemical formula, including parenthesised groups like Ca(OH)₂ and (NH₄)₂SO₄, with per-element breakdown. • Balance equations, run stoichiometry, sketch molecules in 2D, and explore reaction pathways. — SUBSCRIPTIONS — Free: 5 molecule renders per period. All calculator tools and full periodic table. Californium Pass — $2.99/month. 50 renders monthly, priority compute queue. Einsteinium Pass — $6.99/month. Unlimited renders, GLTF export for AR/3D printing, protein visualization, priority support. Auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Subscriptions sync across iPhone, iPad, and electronvisual.org. Privacy: https://electronvisual.org/privacy Terms: https://electronvisual.org/terms

Screenshots

Chemistry AR+3 screens
Atomizer AR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Atomizer AR at 100% against Chemistry AR+'s 60%. Atomizer AR also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and device support (6 vs 3). Chemistry AR+'s advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (21 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Chemistry AR+ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Atomizer AR sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chemistry AR+ holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chemistry AR+ has 21 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of Chemistry AR+'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Atomizer AR's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chemistry AR+ ships an update every 3 months, Atomizer AR every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Chemistry AR+ versus Atomizer AR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChemistry AR+Atomizer AR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (21 ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings21 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.2
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB137 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPower Ten Development LLCWonmo Seong

Customer experience

Chemistry AR+

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

Atomizer AR

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Chemistry AR+

One-time1
  • Unlock Full Version$0.99
4 purchases

Atomizer AR

Subscriptions4
  • Californium Pass$4.991 Month
  • Einsteinium Pass$12.991 Month
  • Californium Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Einsteinium Yearly7 Days trial$99.001 Year

Questions

Is Chemistry AR+ free?
Chemistry AR+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Atomizer AR free?
Atomizer AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chemistry AR+ or Atomizer AR?
Chemistry AR+ is rated higher. Chemistry AR+ averages 4.3 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Atomizer AR averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Chemistry AR+ or Atomizer AR have ads?
Neither Chemistry AR+ nor Atomizer AR shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chemistry AR+ or Atomizer AR?
Chemistry AR+ ships an update every 3 months, and Atomizer AR every 10 days. Most recently, Chemistry AR+ was updated on November 3, 2026 and Atomizer AR on November 3, 2026.

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