Comparison

Rocket Simulator vs ARHoliDec

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

Head to head
About

Rocket Simulator

Build and launch your own rockets in augmented reality. Assemble various rocket models, learn about their history and functions, and customize them with AI-generated stickers. Experience space exploration with different missions and modes.

Highlights
  • AR rocket assembly
  • Rocket model customization
  • Historical rocket information
  • AI sticker generation
  • Flight simulation
  • Educational facts about rockets
Features
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3… 2… 1… Liftoff! Are you ready to launch your very first space rocket? Assemble rockets in AR and launch it into outer space! VARIOUS ROCKET MODELS Just choose your favourite rocket model and let’s begin. ASSEMBLY PUZZLE Assemble all rocket parts in the right order and discover historical info about its creation and missions. Customize rockets with AI stickers. INTERESTING FACTS Read about every rocket in detail and learn the functions of each rocket part. Rocket models from all over the world are waiting for you! KEEP IN MIND: Some features are only available for Subscription holders. Paid version includes all rocket models, all missions, free mode, sharing, unlimited access to AR mode, unlimited sticker generation. Free version includes 2 rockets, 2 missions, 2 AR mode launches, 3 sticker generations. https://educationterra.com/privacy https://educationterra.com/tos

About

ARHoliDec

Features
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AR HoliDec provides users a platform to create their own Augmented Reality Holiday decorations and share them with friends and family. AR HoliDec would not have been possible without the support of the Viro React and ReactVision community.

Screenshots

Rocket Simulator4 screens
ARHoliDec4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ARHoliDec at none against Rocket Simulator's 6. ARHoliDec also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Rocket Simulator sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. ARHoliDec asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rocket Simulator ships an update every 2 months, ARHoliDec every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Rocket Simulator versus ARHoliDec: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRocket SimulatorARHoliDec
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (422 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews10.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings422 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size280 MB84 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperEducation TerraLast Pioneers LLC

Bugs and requests

Rocket Simulator

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Parts don't connect
  • No command center on launch
  • Rocket goes to sky and mission complete
  • Animations not shown correctly
  • Slow rollout animation
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  • Minimal launch animation
  • Typos in subtitles

Requested features

6 requests
  • Add command center
  • Add space exploration
  • Add more to the game
  • Add staging and space rocket control
  • Add other planets to land on
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  • Make it free

ARHoliDec

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Rocket Simulator

Subscriptions6
  • Rocket Ship - 1 Week$6.997 Days
  • 1 Week Subscription$9.997 Days
  • Rocket Simulator: Spaceflight$19.991 Month
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  • Rocket Ship Building & Launch3 Days trial$20.991 Year
  • 3 Months Subscription3 Days trial$20.993 Months
  • 2 Months Subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
None

ARHoliDec

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rocket Simulator free?
Rocket Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ARHoliDec free?
ARHoliDec is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rocket Simulator or ARHoliDec have ads?
Both Rocket Simulator and ARHoliDec show ads.
Which is updated more often, Rocket Simulator or ARHoliDec?
Rocket Simulator ships an update every 2 months, and ARHoliDec every 3 days. Most recently, Rocket Simulator was updated on September 23, 2026 and ARHoliDec on September 11, 2026.

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