Universalis 3D vs 3D Star Map
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Universalis 3D
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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.
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.
- 3D space exploration
- Over 700 local stars
- Detailed star information
- Zoom, rotate, and move
- Relaxing animations
- Educational content
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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!
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Universalis 3D | 3D Star Map |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.4 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 164 MB | 100 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hugo,Jean, Didier DEL PIA | Alexander Winn |
In-app purchases
Universalis 3D
No in-app purchases
3D Star Map
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Universalis 3D free?
Is 3D Star Map free?
Do Universalis 3D or 3D Star Map have ads?
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