Comparison

AR vs Polaris

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

Head to head
About

AR

Explore Physics, Math, and Astronomy through interactive Augmented Reality experiments and AI-powered learning. Engage with digital simulations, flashcards, and quizzes for school, homework, and exam preparation.

Highlights
  • Augmented Reality experiments
  • AI-powered learning assistance
  • Interactive simulations
  • Flashcards and quizzes
  • Exam preparation tools
  • Digital lab equipment
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Introducing AR-Physics – the first Augmented Reality app for Physics, Math, and Astronomy, designed for both school and home. Experience Physics, simulations, and AI-powered learning like never before – perfect for school, homework, flashcards, Quizlet-style practice, and exam prep (Abi & Abitur). DIGITAL EXPERIMENTS All experiments are included in the app – no expensive lab equipment required. Study with interactive simulations at home, in class, or on the go. Our unique concept combines AR experiments, flashcards, and quizzes to help you master Physics and Math faster and more effectively. AUGMENTED REALITY & AI Discover a completely new way to learn! Easily adjust parameters and watch your AR simulations change in real time. Use AR to view experiments from every angle and AI to instantly answer your Physics and Math questions. FOR STUDENTS Perfect for school, studying, homework, flashcards, and exam prep (Abi/Abitur). Physics and Math become engaging, hands-on, and interactive. Prepare easily with flashcards, quizzes, and simulations – just like Quizlet, but with AR and AI. FOR TEACHERS Make your classes more modern and interactive. Engage your students with AR experiments, AI-powered assistance, and quiz features to make Physics more accessible and fun. Geschäftsbedingungen: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Datenschutz: https://arphysics.de/datenschutz

About

Polaris

Features
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Polaris verwandelt dein iPhone in eine präzise Sternenkarte – komplett offline, ohne Datenverbindung. Richte dein Gerät in den Nachthimmel und erkenne Sterne, Planeten und Konstellationen in Echtzeit. Die AR-Kamera überlagert die reale Welt mit präzisen Himmelsdaten – auf die Bogensekunde genau berechnet für deinen genauen Standort. FEATURES • Interaktive Sternenkarte mit über 9.000 Sternen • AR-Kamera: Sterne und Planeten live im Kameraausschnitt • Alle 88 Konstellationen mit Verbindungslinien • Planeten des Sonnensystems in Echtzeit • Detailinfos zu jedem Objekt: Magnitude, Distanz, Spektralklasse • Sternschnuppen-Animation • Nachtmodus für optimale Dunkeladaption • Kompass und Horizontlinie • Vollständig offline – keine Internetverbindung nötig • Verfügbar auf Deutsch und Englisch Perfekt für Hobbyastronomen, neugierige Köpfe und alle, die den Nachthimmel verstehen wollen.

Screenshots

AR4 screens
Polaris4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Polaris at none against AR's 8. AR's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.5). 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. AR sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Polaris asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
AR versus Polaris: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterARPolaris
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size441 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAR-Physics UG (haftungsbeschränkt)Benjamin Mattis Willich

In-app purchases

8 purchases

AR

Subscriptions8
  • AR-Physics7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • AR-Physics Weekly$3.997 Days
  • AR-Physics7 Days trial$6.991 Month
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  • AR-Physics Pro7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • AR-Physics7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • AR-Physics$39.991 Year
  • AR-Physics7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • AR-Physics Pro7 Days trial$69.991 Year
None

Polaris

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AR free?
AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Polaris free?
Polaris is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AR or Polaris have ads?
Neither AR nor Polaris shows ads.

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