Experience Chemistry vs ChemyLab
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Experience Chemistry
Explore fundamental chemistry concepts through interactive simulations and virtual labs. This app uses an inquiry-based approach with investigations and quizzes to help students learn by doing.
- Dynamic scientific simulations
- Interactive virtual labs
- Inquiry-based investigations
- Thought-provoking quizzes
- Multiple data representations
- Scientific background information
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EXPERIENCE CHEMISTRY is a series of innovative apps designed to motivate students to investigate basic scientific phenomena and concepts in chemistry through simulations and interactive labs. Using an inquiry-based learning approach, the apps challenge students with investigations and quizzes based on the students' explorations of each interactive unit. EXPERIENCE CHEMISTRY PROVIDES APPS WITH: โข Dynamic simulations of scientific phenomena and concepts, such as states of matter, floating and density, dissolving sugar or salt in water, diffusion rate, the Law of Conservation of Mass, and the structure of the atom; โข Multiple representations, such as dynamic graphs, tables, and interactive animations; โข Investigations that help students learn by exploring inquiry questions; โข Thought-provoking quizzes that are ideal for individual learning, small-group work, and teacher-led class instruction; โข Scientific background of the relevant concepts introduced in each unit. EXPERIENCE CHEMISTRY UNITS ARE: CHANGES IN THE STATE OF MATTER invites students to observe the various changes that occur when water is heated and transitions from ice to liquid to gas. Floating and Density invites students to place cubes of different materials in water tanks and understand what causes them to float or sink. DISSOLUTION invites students to observe a microscopic view of how salt and sugar dissolve in water. Effect of Temperature on Diffusion Rate invites students to remove the barrier between two parts of a vessel, each containing a different substance, and measure the resulting diffusion rate at different temperatures. THE LAW OF CONSERVATION OF MASS invites students to compare the weights of the reactants and products of different chemical reactions in order to test the Law of Conservation of Matter. The reactions can be conducted in open or closed vessels. The Structure of the Atom invites students to construct specific atoms and ions in a partial Periodic Table of Elements by choosing the correct number of protons and electrons for each.
ChemyLab
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Step into the ultimate interactive chemistry playground! Chemy: The Visual Laboratory bridges the gap between abstract chemical symbols and tangible physical properties. Designed to build deep visual intuition, Chemy provides a state-of-the-art interactive periodic laboratory for students, educators, and science enthusiasts. Whether you want to visualize atomic structure, simulate thermodynamic states of matter, hear the sounds of light spectra, or build molecules in an interactive sandbox, Chemy brings the microscopic universe to life with premium visuals and responsive simulation mechanics. *** CORE INTERACTIVE MODULES & FEATURES *** INTERACTIVE PERIODIC TABLE (ATLAS) Explore the elements through an immersive, responsive catalog: โข Dynamic Grid Layouts: Switch seamlessly between the Classic Periodic Table and the mathematically curved Curled-Ribbon Periodic Grid. โข 3D Voxel Blocks: Toggle 3D voxel representations of elements, rendered with custom isometric projections. โข Interactive Highlights: Color-code and filter the grid by Cosmic Nucleosynthesis Origin (Big Bang, massive stars, supernovae) or Chemical Families (Noble Gases, Alkali Metals, Halogens, etc.). โข Deep Element Inspector: Dive into any element to inspect its scientific details: Bohr Card: Interactive Bohr model visualizer showing concentric electron shells and atomic properties. Electron Apartments: Maps complex quantum orbital configurations (s, p, d, f) to an intuitive apartment room layout filling dynamically based on Hund's Rule and the Aufbau principle. Quantum Forces: Visualize atomic grip forces (ionization energy and electronegativity) with dynamic vector lines. Spectral Signatures: View high-fidelity absorption and emission spectra. Auditory Spectra Synth: Synthesizes emission wavelengths into audible acoustic sine-wave frequencies. Listen to the unique sound of each element! REACTIONS CENTER & SANDBOX Experiment, balance, and build in an open-ended molecular lab: โข Reaction Sandbox: A drag-and-drop chamber where atoms float freely. Collide elements to form covalent or ionic binary compounds (like H2O or NaCl) based on electronegativity delta, valency hook counts, and temperature. โข Equation Balancer: Input chemical equations using a specialized Periodic Element Keyboard to calculate and balance stoichiometric coefficients instantly. โข Molecular Structure Generator: Procedurally generate and inspect molecular stick-and-ball covalent bond structural diagrams. CHAMBER STATE SIMULATOR (SOLID, LIQUID, GAS) Understand how temperature affects atomic motion: โข Global Thermal Controller: Simulate temperatures from absolute zero (0 K) up to 6000 K (the surface of the Sun) with key milestones like boiling and melting points. โข Atomic Motion Physics Canvas: Watch a dynamic particle engine simulate atomic behavior. See solids locked in a crystalline lattice, cohesive liquids sliding at the base, and high-velocity gases colliding elastically. DENSITY COMPARER (MASS & VOLUME) Build physical intuition for how elements differ in weight and volume: โข Isometric 3D Cube Comparison: Compare the density of two pure elements (e.g., 1 kg of Lead vs. 1 kg of Lithium) in dynamically scaling 3D cubes. โข Buoyancy & Balance Simulator: Simulate water displacement and balance scales to visualize weight-to-volume relationships. MEMORIZATION TRAINER & PROGRESS โข Gamified Quiz Loops: Master symbols, names, atomic numbers, and families with speed and accuracy feedback loops. โข Element Sticker Book: Unlock elements in the sandbox to add glowing, starred stickers to your catalog. โข Trophy Badges: Earn beautiful rewards (e.g., "Water Creator", "Metal Monarch").
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ChemyLab at none against Experience Chemistry's 6. ChemyLab also leads on device support (3 vs 1). Experience Chemistry's advantage is iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Experience Chemistry sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. ChemyLab asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Experience Chemistry | ChemyLab |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 โ better | 13.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Center for Educational Technology | Cristi Citea |
In-app purchases
Experience Chemistry
- Floating and Density$0.99
- Structure of the Atom$0.99
- Changes in States of Matter$0.99
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- Dissolution$0.99
- The Law of Conservation of Mass$0.99
- The Chemical Bond$0.99
ChemyLab
No in-app purchases
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