Comparison

StarMap 3D vs Hubble

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

Head to head
About

StarMap 3D

Explore the night sky with this astronomy guide. It uses your device's sensors to identify planets, constellations, and deep sky objects in real-time. Discover detailed information about celestial bodies and visualize the universe in 3D.

Highlights
  • Real-time celestial object identification
  • Augmented reality night sky view
  • Detailed information on stars and deep sky objects
  • Constellation artwork and line options
  • Location-based celestial mapping
  • 3D universe visualization
Features
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Use your iPhone's compass and gyroscope to find planets, constellations, and more with crisp, colorful, high-definition Retina graphics that use every pixel of your iPhone! Hold the universe in your pocket! • Try StarMap 3D Plus for iPad support, more stars, thousands of Deep Sky Objects, and original constellation artwork. StarMap 3D is the portable star atlas for beginners or advanced astronomers. Use StarMap 3D to find the planets, stars, constellations, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae visible to you based on your location and time. StarMap 3D will even use the compass to automatically align the map! • Retina Display Compatibility • Over 15,000 stars, with detailed information for each of them • 303 deep sky objects, with details such as distance from Earth, diameter, apparent size and orientation, and morphology • All 88 modern constellations, with lines based on the outlines from "The Stars: A New Way to See Them" by H.A. Rey • MacRobert and Classic constellation lines also available • Location-based-services (LBS) / Global Positioning System (GPS) support, or manually enter your longitude and latitude • Adjustable date and time of day • Also adjust time instantaneously and interactively with the Time Scroll feature • Compass support, if present • Planetarium Mode for seeing only objects visible to you, or browse the entire celestial sphere • 3D Mode for visualizing the universe in three dimensions

About

Hubble

Explore the universe in high definition with stunning images from the Hubble Space Telescope. Discover galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters with detailed descriptions and an immersive slideshow experience. Stay updated with the latest cosmic discoveries.

Highlights
  • High-resolution cosmic image gallery
  • Immersive slideshow mode
  • Searchable database of celestial objects
  • Detailed scientific descriptions
  • Real-time updates for 'Picture of the Week'
  • Links to NASA/ESA archives
Features
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Embark on a breathtaking journey across the universe with Hubble. Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of deep space through the lens of the world’s most famous space telescope. From distant galaxies to colorful nebulae, the Hubble Cosmic Gallery brings the majesty of the cosmos directly to your fingertips in stunning high resolution. Fresh from Hubble: Stay updated with the "Picture of the Week." Our real-time ESA/Hubble RSS integration ensures you never miss a new cosmic discovery. Immense HD Library: Browse a curated collection of the most iconic Hubble images. Explore star clusters, supernova remnants, and the farthest reaches of the observable universe. Immersive Slideshow: Turn your device into a window to the stars. Enjoy a seamless, auto-playing slideshow experience with ambient transitions and deep-space vibes. Search & Discover: Looking for a specific nebula or galaxy? Use our lightning-fast search to find exactly what you're looking for among hundreds of high-res entries. Premium UI/UX: Designed with SwiftUI, featuring elegant glassmorphism effects, parallax carousels, and tactical haptic feedback for a truly premium feel. Learn as You Explore: Every image comes with detailed scientific descriptions and direct links to official NASA/ESA archives for those who want to dive deeper into the science. Whether you’re a space enthusiast, a student of astronomy, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of our universe, Hubble provides a specialized, clutter-free experience for celestial exploration. Download Hubble today and witness the grandeur of the stars like never before.

Screenshots

StarMap 3D4 screens
Hubble4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StarMap 3D at 89% against Hubble's 0%. StarMap 3D also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.3) and ads (none vs shown). Hubble's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On update cadence 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

Hubble is free to download; StarMap 3D costs $1.99 up front. StarMap 3D sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Hubble asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

StarMap 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StarMap 3D has 1.4K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of StarMap 3D's written reviews are positive against 0% of Hubble's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
StarMap 3D versus Hubble: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarMap 3DHubble
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (1.4K ratings) — better4.3 (7 ratings)
Positive reviews88.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB1.7 GB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSanville SoftwareAlparslan Topbas

Customer experience

StarMap 3D

All ratings1,369 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral1.1%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews274 reviews
Positive88.7%
Neutral2.2%
Negative9.1%

Hubble

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

StarMap 3D

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Calendar integration issues
  • Incorrect positioning of celestial bodies

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved 3D mode and controls
  • More detailed information on planets, stars, and galaxies
  • Alerts for upcoming astronomical events
  • Option to search for specific celestial objects

Hubble

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StarMap 3D

One-time3
  • Constellation Artwork$0.99
  • More Stars$0.99
  • More Stars$1.99
None

Hubble

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StarMap 3D free?
StarMap 3D costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Hubble free?
Hubble is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, StarMap 3D or Hubble?
StarMap 3D is rated higher. StarMap 3D averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Hubble averages 4.3 from 7 ratings.
Do StarMap 3D or Hubble have ads?
Hubble shows ads; StarMap 3D does not.
Which is updated more often, StarMap 3D or Hubble?
StarMap 3D ships an update every 6 weeks, and Hubble every 6 weeks. Most recently, StarMap 3D was updated on September 22, 2026 and Hubble on September 11, 2026.

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