NUS VARS vs Smorphi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
NUS VARS
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The aim of this project is to create a mobile application where virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) can be used as an innovative teaching pedagogy for users to identify different structural elements and their components in real life setting, to explain the difference between the different load types, to comprehend load transfer pathways in structural systems, to visualise deformation and failure modes of structural elements and systems under different loading conditions, and to identify the different materials used in different structures.
Smorphi
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Experience seamless control of your Smorphi robot with our dedicated app. Utilizing Bluetooth technology, this application establishes a reliable connection with your robot, offering a user-friendly interface for effortless operation. Key Features: Joystick Control: Effortlessly maneuver your Smorphi with precision using an intuitive joystick, ensuring smooth and responsive movements. Pivot Buttons: Take advantage of two dedicated pivot buttons for precise rotation, allowing you to navigate your robot with ease. Shape Change Options: Explore the versatility of your Smorphi with seven dedicated shape change buttons. Effortlessly transition between configurations to suit your preferences and tasks. Immerse yourself in the world of robotics with the simplicity and control offered by our Smorphi app. Elevate your experience and enjoy the fluidity of movement and shape changes at your fingertips.
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Verdict
NUS VARS and Smorphi are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters โ price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them โ neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NUS VARS ships an update every 18 months, Smorphi every 23 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NUS VARS | Smorphi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months โ better | Every 23 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 467 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National University of Singapore | M V Vijaya Gopala Rao |
In-app purchases
NUS VARS
No in-app purchases
Smorphi
No in-app purchases









