Comparison

Codon One vs VITA 3D

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

Head to head
About

Codon One

Master molecular biology, genetics, evolution, and life chemistry through interactive modules and quizzes. Explore essential concepts with clear diagrams and concise explanations. Includes helpful tools for sequence analysis and genetic code reference.

Highlights
  • Interactive learning modules
  • Quick quizzes for comprehension
  • Clear diagrams and plain language
  • Molecule reference guide
  • Sequence analysis tools
  • Genetic code exploration
Features
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Codon One helps you learn biology step by step, with short lessons, quick quizzes, flashcards, and a searchable glossary. Build a solid foundation in molecular biology, genetics, evolution, cell biology, development, and the history of science. Each section breaks complex ideas into clear explanations, diagrams, and focused checks for understanding. Core course (Modules) Module 1: Chemistry of Life – atoms & elements, bonds, water, pH, biomolecules Module 2: Genetics – chromosomes, replication, transcription, translation, regulation Module 3: Evolution – history of life, phylogeny, selection, drift, speciation, molecular evolution Module 4: History of Science – ideas, methods, and experiments that shaped modern biology Module 5: Cell Biology – membranes & transport, organelles & energy, cytoskeleton, signaling, cell division Module 6: Development – fertilization & body plans, differentiation, pattern formation & morphogenesis, growth & repair, evo-devo Additional topics are planned for future updates, including Animal Physiology, Microbiology & Immunology, Plant Biology, and more. Glossary & Flashcards Look up the essentials in one place - key terms from every module, plus the 20 amino acids and the nucleobases. Turn any topic into a flashcard deck and review with smart, spaced practice that focuses on the cards you find hardest. Quiz & Progress Practice across biochemistry, genetics, evolution, cell biology, development, and science history in a dedicated quiz area. Track improvement with success rates and per-topic stats, and let the app resurface your weak questions for targeted review. Keep a daily streak going to build a steady habit. Got a good question? Submit it directly from the app. Built-in Tools Sequence Operator: paste DNA, reverse or complement it, transcribe to RNA, translate in all six reading frames, and view length, GC content, and melting temperature. Codon Picker: explore the genetic code, see which codons map to each amino acid or stop signal, and tweak bases to see the effect. Triplet Encoder: write a message in amino-acid single-letter code and encode it as a DNA triplet sequence, then decode it by translation. Found a bug or have suggestions? Email info@codon-one.com - we read every message.

About

VITA 3D

Features
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Transform medical information into vivid images. The Interactive 3D Anatomy Atlas is an essential tool for visualizing anatomical images interactively. Its three-dimensional images are of the highest scientific rigor: They have been supervised by accredited professors from the Anatomy Chair of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Barcelona and the Rey Juan Carlos University of Madrid. It features two complete healthy anatomical models (male and female) to visualize anatomical elements and identify them with International Anatomical Terminology. Fully interactive, this application allows you to rotate the model 360 degrees to view it from all angles, as well as zoom in and out for detailed study. Elements are grouped by systems for quick searching, allowing you to hide and show different elements in each area to focus on the desired view. Includes a painting tool to mark different elements in different colors and add text annotations. All selected views can be easily saved for later use: display in medical meetings, delivery to the patient, or detailed study. The Interactive 3D Atlas is suitable for professionals in Medicine, Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, or Nursing, as well as for teachers and students in these disciplines. It is also recommended for professionals in sports sciences, physical activity, and health-related fields directly related to Anatomy. The power of the image: make science visible. This application provides students with an effective and deep understanding of Anatomy and the relationships between different anatomical elements that make up the human body. For teachers, it facilitates the transmission of their knowledge visually. Change the way you share medical knowledge. The Interactive 3D Atlas is very useful in meetings of healthcare professionals, and in scientific congresses and symposia, supporting spoken or written communications with incredible and accurate images of the addressed concept. The clarity your patients deserve: Speak with 3D images. This application takes the connection with patients to a new level, beyond words. It facilitates understanding their ailments, the origin of the pathology, and the effect of the treatment by conveying complex concepts in images for laypeople.

Screenshots

Codon One4 screens
VITA 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: VITA 3D at 12.0 against Codon One's 15.6. On price, update cadence, 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. Codon One sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and VITA 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Codon One versus VITA 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodon OneVITA 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (24 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size277 MB258 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperDaniel GebertInneva Pharma SL

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Codon One

One-time7
  • Module 1: Chemistry of LifeFree
  • Module 2: Genetics$2.99
  • Module 3: Evolution$2.99
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  • Module 4: Science History$2.99
  • Module 5: Cell Biology$2.99
  • Module 6: Development$2.99
  • Unlock All$8.99
1 purchases

VITA 3D

One-time1
  • Pro User$19.99

Questions

Is Codon One free?
Codon One is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VITA 3D free?
VITA 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Codon One or VITA 3D have ads?
Neither Codon One nor VITA 3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Codon One or VITA 3D?
Codon One ships an update every 3 weeks, and VITA 3D every 3 weeks. Most recently, Codon One was updated on October 10, 2026 and VITA 3D on October 7, 2026.

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