Comparison

Atomizer AR vs Particle Lab

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

Head to head
About

Atomizer AR

Explore the quantum world with interactive 3D models of atoms and molecules in augmented reality. Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals, and sketch organic compounds to instantly generate their nomenclature.

Highlights
  • 3D atomic and molecular orbital visualization
  • Augmented reality integration
  • Hartree-Fock computational method for MOs
  • Sketch organic compounds
  • Automatic SMILES and IUPAC nomenclature generation
Features
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Atomizer AR turns your iPhone or iPad into a portable quantum chemistry lab. Visualize atomic and molecular orbitals in 3D, render electron density clouds, and step into immersive WebXR augmented reality where molecules sit on your desk at real-world scale. — WHAT YOU CAN DO — • Explore atomic orbitals computed from real hydrogenic wavefunctions: 1s, 2p, 3d, 4f and beyond, with adjustable shell glow and Bohmian trajectory animation. • View any molecule's molecular orbitals (HOMO, LUMO, intermediates) computed via PySCF on the cloud, then rendered as interactive isosurfaces. • See ball-and-stick models in WebXR augmented reality. Tap "View in AR", point at a flat surface, place the molecule on a table, then pinch to scale and drag to rotate. • Pair your phone with the desktop using Atomizer Remote: enter a 4-letter code, then tilt your phone to control the on-screen molecule with your gyroscope. Live preview streams back to your phone in real time. • Browse 40+ molecules — water, glucose, caffeine, benzene, ammonia, ethanol, methane, sulfuric acid and more — with energy diagrams, dipole arrows, lone pairs (VSEPR) and MO correlation diagrams. • Calculate molar mass live from any chemical formula, including parenthesised groups like Ca(OH)₂ and (NH₄)₂SO₄, with per-element breakdown. • Balance equations, run stoichiometry, sketch molecules in 2D, and explore reaction pathways. — SUBSCRIPTIONS — Free: 5 molecule renders per period. All calculator tools and full periodic table. Californium Pass — $2.99/month. 50 renders monthly, priority compute queue. Einsteinium Pass — $6.99/month. Unlimited renders, GLTF export for AR/3D printing, protein visualization, priority support. Auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Subscriptions sync across iPhone, iPad, and electronvisual.org. Privacy: https://electronvisual.org/privacy Terms: https://electronvisual.org/terms

About

Particle Lab

Experience a physics simulation sandbox where tens of thousands of particles interact in real-time. Control environmental conditions like gravity and wind with intuitive sliders to observe dramatic changes in particle behavior. Customize visual effects and create your own miniature universe.

Highlights
  • Real-time particle interaction
  • Customizable environmental conditions (gravity, wind)
  • Interactive touch and drag controls
  • Visual customization (color, size, glow)
  • High-performance physics engine
  • Relaxing and meditative experience
Features
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[손끝에서 펼쳐지는 무한한 입자의 세계] 단순한 움직임을 넘어, 물리 법칙을 직접 제어하는 즐거움을 경험하세요. 이 앱은 수만 개의 파티클(입자)이 실시간으로 상호작용하는 물리 시뮬레이션 샌드박스입니다. 복잡한 수식은 필요 없습니다. 직관적인 슬라이더 조작만으로 중력, 바람의 세기, 마찰력 등 다양한 환경 조건을 변경하고, 그에 따라 드라마틱하게 변하는 입자들의 움직임을 감상할 수 있습니다. - 주요 기능: 다채로운 환경 제어: 중력(Gravity), 바람(Wind), 반발력, 마찰 계수 등 물리적 환경을 자유롭게 커스텀하세요. 실시간 인터랙션: 터치와 드래그로 입자들의 흐름을 방해하거나, 새로운 흐름을 만들어낼 수 있습니다. 시각적 커스터마이징: 입자의 색상, 크기, 발광 효과(Glow)를 조절하여 나만의 미디어 아트를 완성해보세요. 고성능 시뮬레이션: 최적화된 물리 엔진으로 수많은 입자가 끊김 없이 부드럽게 움직입니다. 힐링 & 명상: 불규칙하지만 질서 있는 입자들의 움직임을 바라보며 스트레스를 해소하세요. -이런 분들에게 추천합니다: 물리 엔진의 작동 원리가 궁금하신 분 화려한 비주얼 이펙트(VFX)를 좋아하시는 분 멍하니 화면을 바라보며 휴식(불멍, 풀멍)을 취하고 싶은 분 창의적인 실험을 좋아하는 아이들과 어른들 지금 다운로드하여 당신만의 작은 우주를 시뮬레이션해보세요!

Screenshots

Atomizer AR4 screens
Particle Lab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Atomizer AR at 100% against Particle Lab's 0%. Atomizer AR also leads on device support (6 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.2 vs 18.6). Particle Lab's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks). On price and ads 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. Atomizer AR sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Particle Lab asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Atomizer AR ships an update every 4 weeks, Particle Lab every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Atomizer AR versus Particle Lab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAtomizer ARParticle Lab
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.2 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size137 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWonmo Seongyoungchil cho

Customer experience

Atomizer AR

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Particle Lab

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Atomizer AR

Subscriptions4
  • Californium Pass$1.991 Month
  • Californium Pass$2.991 Month
  • Einsteinium Pass$3.991 Year
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  • Einsteinium Pass$6.991 Month
None

Particle Lab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Atomizer AR free?
Atomizer AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Particle Lab free?
Particle Lab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Atomizer AR or Particle Lab have ads?
Neither Atomizer AR nor Particle Lab shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Atomizer AR or Particle Lab?
Atomizer AR ships an update every 4 weeks, and Particle Lab every 4 days. Most recently, Atomizer AR was updated on October 20, 2026 and Particle Lab on October 8, 2026.

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