atom.sim vs CloudLabs Methane Synthesis
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
atom.sim
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A simulation of the anatomy of atoms. This app shows the first 18 atoms in 3d detail, provides info about the anatomy of these atoms and shows how empty an atom is. Ideal for students in mid school and high school.
CloudLabs Methane Synthesis
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This simulator recreates a chemistry laboratory with the necessary inputs to carry out the synthesis of methane: deionized water, zinc with a certain purity, chloroform and copper sulfate. In the laboratory you will find the necessary instruments for the development of this practice, such as: pipettes, test tubes, a beaker, test tubes or a lighter.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: atom.sim at every 7 months against CloudLabs Methane Synthesis's every 28 months. CloudLabs Methane Synthesis's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
atom.sim ships an update every 7 months, CloudLabs Methane Synthesis every 28 months. Both last shipped on October 11, 2026.
| Parameter | atom.sim | CloudLabs Methane Synthesis |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months — better | Every 28 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 9.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hans Kovi | Jiovany Orozco |
In-app purchases
atom.sim
No in-app purchases
CloudLabs Methane Synthesis
No in-app purchases
Questions
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