Experimentor vs Projectile Lab by ChatStick
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Experimentor
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Experimentor turns your iPhone into a powerful science data collection tool. With 16 built-in sensors, live charts, a customizable dashboard, web streaming, and AI-powered vision ā it's the easiest way to run real experiments and learn about the world around you. COLLECT DATA FROM 16 SENSORS ⢠Motion: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Gravity, Linear Acceleration, Rotation ⢠Environment: Barometer (altitude & pressure), Location (GPS coordinates, speed, altitude), Sound Level (microphone), Light Level (camera) ⢠Device: Battery, Screen Brightness, Proximity ⢠Connectivity: Wi-Fi & Cellular signal strength ⢠AI Vision: Object Detection and People Counter (powered by YOLO) REAL-TIME VISUALIZATION ⢠Watch live charts update as you collect data ⢠See min, max, average, and latest readings for every variable ⢠Switch between sensors with a tap ⢠Mark important moments during recording with markers STREAM TO ANY BROWSER ⢠Turn on the built-in web server and open the URL on any Chromebook, laptop, or tablet ⢠Scan the QR code or type the URL into Chrome ā no app install needed ⢠Live dashboard with sensor cards, sparkline charts, and a data table ⢠Uses Server-Sent Events ā works on any modern browser over your local Wi-Fi CUSTOMIZABLE DASHBOARD ⢠Build your own live dashboard with 4 widget types: Gauge, Number, Bar, and Sparkline ⢠Pick any sensor variable for each widget ⢠Stream real-time data to all widgets at once ⢠Rearrange and customize your layout FLEXIBLE UNITS ⢠Tap any unit label to instantly convert (G-force ā m/s², radians ā degrees, kPa ā atm, and more) ⢠30+ unit conversions across acceleration, angles, distance, speed, pressure, temperature, and altitude EXPERIMENT TEMPLATES ⢠12 ready-to-go experiment templates for quick setup ⢠Covers physics, environmental science, and everyday curiosity ⢠Great for homework, science fairs, and classroom demos EXPORT YOUR DATA ⢠Export to CSV for spreadsheets or JSON for code ⢠Share results with classmates and teachers ⢠All data is collected and stored on your device ā nothing is ever uploaded CONTEXTUAL HELP EVERYWHERE ⢠Every screen has a (?) info button explaining all buttons and features ⢠Built-in walkthrough tour and complete help guide ⢠Kid-friendly language and step-by-step instructions ⢠No account required, no ads, no tracking Whether you're measuring the acceleration of a roller coaster, mapping sound levels around your school, streaming live data to a Chromebook, counting objects with AI, or tracking air pressure during a storm ā Experimentor makes it easy, fun, and educational.
Projectile Lab by ChatStick
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Projectile Lab is an interactive physics learning app that helps students understand projectile motion by doing, not memorizing. Build intuition with a real-time simulator, then deepen understanding with formula breakdowns, graph analysis, guided practice, and challenge levels. WHAT YOU CAN DO - Run live projectile simulations with adjustable angle, velocity, and launch height - Explore gravity environments including Earth and Moon (plus more with Premium) - View trajectory stats instantly: max height, range, flight time, and speed components - Learn the math with step-by-step formula sections and substituted values - Analyze motion with time-based graphs (height, distance, velocity, speed) - Practice with curated physics questions across multiple difficulty levels - Play challenge missions: hit targets, clear obstacles, land in zones, and maximize range - Save experiments to revisit and compare your best runs - Track progress through stars, streaks, and achievements DESIGNED FOR LEARNING Projectile Lab is built for students, self-learners, and educators who want a clean, focused environment for understanding motion. The app combines visual intuition and equation-level reasoning in one workflow. PREMIUM (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) - Removes ads - Unlocks all challenge content - Unlocks unlimited saved experiments - Unlocks all environments and advanced controls - Unlocks graph insights and full practice access No subscription required.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Projectile Lab by ChatStick at 2 against Experimentor's ā. Experimentor's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Experimentor sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Projectile Lab by ChatStick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Experimentor | Projectile Lab by ChatStick |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | ā | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | ā | iPhone, iPad ā better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 ā better | 26.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 20 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Feraco media Inc. | ChatStick Company Limited |
In-app purchases
Experimentor
- Forces & Motion Lab Pack$2.99
- Waves & Sound Lab Pack$2.99
- Earth & Weather Lab Pack$2.99
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- Energy Lab Pack$2.99
- Magnets & Fields Lab Pack$2.99
- All Lab Packs$9.99
Projectile Lab by ChatStick
- Projectile Lab Premium$2.99
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