# HoppAR vs When Launch? Rockets and Space

The clearest difference is ads: HoppAR at none against When Launch? Rockets and Space's shown. HoppAR also leads on ratings volume (584 vs 7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). When Launch? Rockets and Space's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HoppAR sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year and When Launch? Rockets and Space sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

When Launch? Rockets and Space holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HoppAR has 584 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

HoppAR ships an update every 2 months, When Launch? Rockets and Space fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HoppAR | When Launch? Rockets and Space |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (584 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoppar/id1497739070/reviews) | **[5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/when-launch-rockets-and-space/id1636912126/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **584** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 85.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 372 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Josef Grunig](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497739069) | [Pedro Pallotta](https://appshunter.io/developer/1636912128) |

## What reviewers say

### HoppAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hoppar/id1497739070)

Experience rocket launches and landings in augmented reality. Control thrust vectoring, perform engine test fires, and customize rockets with your own colors. Explore a variety of real spacecraft and space mission scenarios.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality rocket launches, Manual thrust vectoring control, Rocket engine test fires, Customizable rocket coloring, Variety of real spacecraft models, Entry, Descent, and Landing simulations, Indoor and Outdoor AR modes

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HoppAR Supporter | $7.99 | per year |
| FALCON HEAVY | $0.99 | one-time |
| STARSHIP Belly Flop | $0.99 | one-time |
| SUPER HEAVY | $0.99 | one-time |
| DELTA IV HEAVY | $0.99 | one-time |
| PERSEVERANCE | $0.99 | one-time |
| DRONESHIP OCISLY | $0.99 | one-time |
| NEW SHEPARD | $0.99 | one-time |
| ARIANE 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| ARTEMIS I | $0.99 | one-time |
| SOYUZ | $0.99 | one-time |
| ELECTRON | $0.99 | one-time |
| SATURN V | $1.99 | one-time |
| Control Feature | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Excellent AR simulation and gameplay mechanics
- 🎨 High-quality rocket models and realistic designs
- 🎵 Great music and audio (with some caveats)
- 📱 Well-made and polished app overall
- 🌟 Immersive and satisfying launch experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium rockets locked behind paywall
- 🐛 AR functionality issues on some devices
- 📱 Orientation requirement (vertical/horizontal) frustrating
- ⏱️ Limited gameplay - rockets auto-launch and auto-land
- 🎬 Short 5-second clips lack player control

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen on horizontal surface scanning
- Camera not working on certain devices
- App won't open or crashes on startup
- Gray screen display issue
- iPad AR compatibility problems

**Requested features**

- Space Shuttle addition
- Manual control for Falcon 9 and Dragon
- Free access to premium rockets
- Launch towers for all rockets
- Soyuz rocket


### When Launch? Rockets and Space

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/when-launch-rockets-and-space/id1636912126)

Stay informed about upcoming rocket launches and space events. Get comprehensive details on activities from major space agencies and companies, ensuring you never miss a launch.

**Highlights:** Rocket launch notifications, Space event updates, Information from NASA, SpaceX, Blue Origin, Comprehensive event details, High-quality content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Lifetime Premium | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HoppAR free?

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

### Is When Launch? Rockets and Space free?

When Launch? Rockets and Space is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, HoppAR or When Launch? Rockets and Space?

When Launch? Rockets and Space is rated higher. HoppAR averages 4.8 out of 5 from 584 ratings, while When Launch? Rockets and Space averages 5.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do HoppAR or When Launch? Rockets and Space have ads?

When Launch? Rockets and Space shows ads; HoppAR does not.

### Which is updated more often, HoppAR or When Launch? Rockets and Space?

HoppAR ships an update every 2 months, and When Launch? Rockets and Space fortnightly. Most recently, HoppAR was updated on October 21, 2026 and When Launch? Rockets and Space on October 12, 2026.

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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.*