Comparison

Universalis 3D vs 3D Star Map

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

Head to head
About

Universalis 3D

Features
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Introducing the ultimate star gazing companion – Universalis! Whether you're an experienced astronomer or just a beginner looking to learn more about the night sky, this app has something for everyone. With Universalis, you can easily identify and learn about any star simply by pointing your smartphone at it. Our app features a database of over 100,000 stars, with detailed information on each one, including its name, color, size, and magnitude. Plus, with real-time position calculations and a 3D mode that allows you to observe the stars from any angle, you'll feel like you're right there in the midst of the cosmos. But that's not all – Universalis also includes a wikipedia page for each star, so you can learn even more about your favorite celestial bodies. So whether you're out on a romantic starlit walk or just want to spend a relaxing evening learning about the wonders of the universe, Universalis has you covered.

About

3D Star Map

Explore over 700 stars in our local star cluster in a 3D space simulation. Zoom, rotate, and learn about neighboring star systems with detailed information available on tap. Perfect for research or satisfying cosmic curiosity.

Highlights
  • 3D space exploration
  • Over 700 local stars
  • Detailed star information
  • Zoom, rotate, and move
  • Relaxing animations
  • Educational content
Features
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Explore the local cluster with over 700 stars around our Sun! Zoom, rotate, and move through the 3D space surrounding our solar system, and learn about our neighboring star systems. Tap on a star for detailed information about it, or just wander through space with beautiful and relaxing animations. Whether you're using it for research or just to feed your insatiable curiosity, the 3D Star Map is here to help you learn more about our place in the universe!

Screenshots

Universalis 3D4 screens
3D Star Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

Universalis 3D and 3D Star Map are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Universalis 3D versus 3D Star Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUniversalis 3D3D Star Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—9 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size164 MB100 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHugo,Jean, Didier DEL PIAAlexander Winn

In-app purchases

None

Universalis 3D

No in-app purchases

None

3D Star Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Universalis 3D free?
Universalis 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D Star Map free?
3D Star Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Universalis 3D or 3D Star Map have ads?
Neither Universalis 3D nor 3D Star Map shows ads.

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