Comparison

WebMO Molecule Editor vs Learn Organic Nomenclature

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

Head to head
About

WebMO Molecule Editor

Create and explore 3D molecular structures, visualize chemical properties, and access extensive chemical databases. This tool is ideal for students and educators needing on-the-go access to molecular information and computational chemistry resources.

Highlights
  • 3D molecular editor
  • Structure optimization
  • Orbital and symmetry visualization
  • Chemical database lookup
  • Spectra visualization
  • High-resolution image capture
  • Computational chemistry program integration
Features
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WebMO allows users to build and view molecules in 3-D, visualize orbitals and symmetry elements, lookup chemical information and properties from external databases, and access state-of-the-art computational chemistry programs. WebMO is recommended for students and faculty in high school, college, and graduate school who desire mobile access to molecular structures, information, and calculations. WebMO capabilities include: - Build molecules by drawing atoms and bonds in a 3-D molecular editor, or by speaking the name (e.g., “aspirin”) - Optimize structures using VSEPR theory or molecular mechanics - View Huckel molecular orbitals, electron density, and electrostatic potential - View molecular vibrations - View point group and symmetry elements of molecules - Lookup basic molecular information, including IUPAC and common names, stoichiometry, molar mass - Lookup chemical data from PubChem and ChemSpider - Lookup experimental and predicted molecular properties from external databases (NIST, Sigma-Aldrich) - Lookup IR, UV-VIS, NMR, and mass spectra from external databases (NIST, SDBS) - Capture high-resolution molecular images - Save and recall molecular structures locally - Export and import structures via email WebMO is also a front-end to WebMO servers (version 14 and higher): - Supports Gaussian, GAMESS, Molpro, MOPAC, NWChem, ORCA, PQS, PSI, Quantum Espresso, VASP, Q-Chem, and Tinker computational chemistry programs - Submit, monitor, and view calculations - View formatted tabular data extracted from output files, as well as raw output - Visualize geometry, partial charges, dipole moment, normal vibrational modes, molecular orbitals, and NMR/IR/UV-VIS spectra

About

Learn Organic Nomenclature

Learn the nomenclature of organic molecules through interactive levels and creative building. This app offers tutorials and challenges to help you master naming and drawing organic compounds.

Highlights
  • Interactive naming and drawing exercises
  • Over 70 levels for various organic compounds
  • Creative mode to build and name molecules
  • Colorful markings for molecule parts
  • Option to hide names for self-challenge
Features
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Master organic chemistry nomenclature through interactive lessons, molecule-building exercises, challenges, and practice tests. Learn IUPAC naming step by step with over 70 levels designed for high school chemistry, AP Chemistry, and introductory organic chemistry students. Instead of memorizing rules, you'll actively build, analyze, and name molecules yourself in an interactive chemistry training. FEATURES Interactive tutorials that teach nomenclature from the ground up, with a organic chemistry quiz! Over 70 levels covering the organic chemistry nomenclature of hydrocarbons: • Alkanes • Alkenes • Alkynes • Alcohols • Aldehydes • Ketones Learn in both directions: • Match molecules to names • Match names to molecular structures • Draw molecules from given names • Name molecules you create yourself Chemistry tutorials: In levels that introduce new o chem concepts, there are chemistry tutorials explaining you exactly how to master the level. Creative Mode: Build your own organic molecules and let the app generate the correct IUPAC name instantly. Perfect for experimenting, checking homework, or exploring nomenclature rules. Practice Tests: Challenge yourself with tests that help you check your progress and identify topics that need more practice. Visual learning aids: Color-coded highlights show which parts of a molecule correspond to specific parts of its IUPAC name. Use the molecule builder to create a molecule, then see how it is named! Hide names and for chemistry challenges and for additional organic chemistry practice. Planetary Nomenclature Neptune is designed to make learning organic chemistry more engaging, intuitive, and interactive than traditional memorization methods. Additional supported structures include halogen alkanes and carboxylic acids. Ring structures are not currently supported. Whether you're preparing for AP Chemistry, studying organic chemistry (ochem) at school for exam prep or doing university chemistry, or you are simply interested in learning chemical nomenclature, this app provides a practical and interactive way to master IUPAC naming. It's a fun learning game!

Screenshots

WebMO Molecule Editor4 screens
Learn Organic Nomenclature4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Learn Organic Nomenclature at fortnightly against WebMO Molecule Editor's every 3 months. Learn Organic Nomenclature also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 60%) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). WebMO Molecule Editor's advantage is ratings volume (40 vs 7) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. WebMO Molecule Editor sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Learn Organic Nomenclature sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Learn Organic Nomenclature holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WebMO Molecule Editor has 40 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of WebMO Molecule Editor's written reviews are positive against 77% of Learn Organic Nomenclature's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WebMO Molecule Editor ships an update every 3 months, Learn Organic Nomenclature fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
WebMO Molecule Editor versus Learn Organic Nomenclature: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWebMO Molecule EditorLearn Organic Nomenclature
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (40 ratings)4.3 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.4% of reviews77.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings40 — better7
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWebMO, LLCPaul Schwind

Customer experience

WebMO Molecule Editor

All ratings40 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive60.4%
Neutral9.4%
Negative30.2%

Learn Organic Nomenclature

All ratings7 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive77.3%
Neutral9.1%
Negative13.6%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

WebMO Molecule Editor

One-time2
  • WebMO Premium for paid usersFree
  • WebMO Premium$4.99
3 purchases

Learn Organic Nomenclature

One-time3
  • Premium$3.99
  • Premium Class of Size 20$24.99
  • Premium Class of Size 40$39.99

Questions

Is WebMO Molecule Editor free?
WebMO Molecule Editor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Learn Organic Nomenclature free?
Learn Organic Nomenclature is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WebMO Molecule Editor or Learn Organic Nomenclature?
Learn Organic Nomenclature is rated higher. WebMO Molecule Editor averages 4.0 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while Learn Organic Nomenclature averages 4.3 from 7 ratings.
Do WebMO Molecule Editor or Learn Organic Nomenclature have ads?
Neither WebMO Molecule Editor nor Learn Organic Nomenclature shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WebMO Molecule Editor or Learn Organic Nomenclature?
WebMO Molecule Editor ships an update every 3 months, and Learn Organic Nomenclature fortnightly. Most recently, WebMO Molecule Editor was updated on October 23, 2026 and Learn Organic Nomenclature on October 24, 2026.

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