MARVLS vs AlgoBubbles
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MARVLS
Explore quantum computing concepts through interactive augmented reality models. Requires a Merge Cube to visualize and manipulate topics like superposition and entanglement. Navigate through various educational modules to deepen your understanding.
- Augmented reality visualization
- Interactive quantum concepts
- Merge Cube integration
- Topics: superposition, entanglement, qubits
- Logic gates visualization
- Nuclear and electron spin models
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View augmented reality models of quantum computing concepts through your phone. You'll need a Merge Cube (link included to download). Click on different button to navigate to different topics. Tap the camera icon and point your camera towards the Merge Cube to visualize and interact with our MARVLS. Topics include observer dependency, superposition, entanglement, bits, qubits, nuclear and electron spin, logic gates, and trapped ions. Developer support provided by Leo Vanderlofske.
AlgoBubbles
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Algorithms become easier when you can see every step. AlgoBubbles turns 33 computer-science algorithms into clear, interactive animations. Move forward or backward one step at a time, play the full sequence, and understand what each comparison, swap, or graph visit means. LEARN WITH CONTEXT • Compare best, average, and worst-case time complexity • See space complexity and practical use cases • Read clear explanations for every animation step • View implementation code in Swift, Python, and JavaScript BUILD REAL PROGRESS • Search the full algorithm catalog • Track completion by category and across the app • Learn through Arabic or English with full RTL support • Start with a short, value-first onboarding guide • Continue learning offline without creating an account EXPLORE 33 ALGORITHMS Sorting, searching, graph traversal and shortest paths, data structures, string matching, dynamic programming, cryptography, and divide-and-conquer techniques. Four algorithms are free. A single optional premium purchase unlocks the remaining 29 algorithms and removes ads—no subscription. Download AlgoBubbles and turn abstract algorithms into visible, understandable steps.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MARVLS at none against AlgoBubbles's 1. MARVLS also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. AlgoBubbles sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MARVLS asks for nothing beyond the download.
MARVLS ships an update every 4 weeks, AlgoBubbles every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MARVLS | AlgoBubbles |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 168 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Michele McColgan | hamam alabdulla |
In-app purchases
MARVLS
No in-app purchases
AlgoBubbles
- Premium Algorithms$7.99
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