MARVLS AR Chemistry vs Periodic Table
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
MARVLS AR Chemistry
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Chemistry MARVLS is an AR app* for viewing molecular geometry, point groups and symmetry operations, and chemical reactions in 3D. Key Features - 3D models that can be viewed from all angles - Visual representations of symmetry operations - Animated organic chemistry mechanisms with electron movement - 2D representations corresponding with 3D models - Resonance shown in 2D and 3D when applicable - Descriptions accompanying organic reactions *The Merge Cube is required to view all AR models in the Chemistry MARVLS app. When using the app, simply point your deviceβs camera at the Merge Cube to view AR models. See the Merge Cube website to print and construct a paper Merge Cube or purchase a foam toy Merge Cube.
Periodic Table
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EXPLORE 118 ELEMENTS A visual periodic table with properties, electron shells, history and uses. Search by name, symbol or atomic number, and zoom to explore. LEARN AND CALCULATE 182 reference topics, from basic concepts to organic chemistry. 14 solvers show their steps for balancing reactions, redox, oxidation states, molar mass, amounts of substance, solutions, pH and more. Consult solubility and other reference tables. Practise across 15 topics with feedback and explanations. PERIODIC TABLE PRO β’ Virtual lab: combine atoms and explore nearly 600 substances with animated molecules, properties, uses and safety information. β’ On-device AI tutor: ask in your own words. Equations and molar masses are checked with the app's calculation engine. β’ Scanner: photograph a reaction equation and balance it. β’ Unlimited practice sessions. The periodic table, element cards, handbook and solvers remain free. 20 LANGUAGES The app uses a supported device language on first launch. You can change it in the app; your choice is saved. Formulas retain their standard direction. Light and dark themes. PRIVACY AND AI REQUIREMENTS No accounts, ads, tracking or analytics. Reference content is available offline after installation. The AI tutor requires a compatible iPhone or iPad with iOS/iPadOS 26 or later, enabled Apple Intelligence and a downloaded model. AI language and region availability depend on the device and system version. Questions are processed on the device. Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription with a one-week free trial for eligible new subscribers, or a one-time purchase for lifetime access. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your Apple ID is charged after the free trial. Manage or cancel in App Store settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ultim8digital.github.io/periodic-table/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MARVLS AR Chemistry at none against Periodic Table's 3. Periodic Table's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 17 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Periodic Table sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MARVLS AR Chemistry asks for nothing beyond the download.
MARVLS AR Chemistry ships an update every 17 months, Periodic Table every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MARVLS AR Chemistry | Periodic Table |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Every 4 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 196 MB | 72 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michele McColgan | Oleg Korunov |
In-app purchases
MARVLS AR Chemistry
No in-app purchases
Periodic Table
- Pro β monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Pro β yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Periodic Table Pro$19.99
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