Comparison

Rutherford and the Atom vs Atom Structure

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

Head to head
About

Rutherford and the Atom

Explore Ernest Rutherford's groundbreaking atomic model, crucial for understanding matter. This app serves as a revision aid and classroom tool for GCSE and High School Physics students, making atomic structure engaging and educational.

Highlights
  • Explains Rutherford's atomic model
  • Companion to GCSE/High School Physics
  • Revision aid
  • Classroom demonstration tool
  • Teaches atomic structure
Features
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In the early 20th century scientists wanted to know more about atoms. They knew that atoms were electrically neutral and that for every negative particle there must be a positive particle. The scientist Ernest Rutherford made a massive contribution to our understanding of the nature of matter by suggesting a model which fitted experimental data. ---------------------------------- This app forms a companion to GCSE level / High School Physics for Students and anyone interested in the fascinating experiment that shaped our current understanding of the structure of the atom. An ideal revision aid, or classroom demonstration, Rutherford and the Atom will entertain and teach.

About

Atom Structure

Features
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Explore the fascinating structure of atoms and electron distribution with interactive learning! “The Structure of an Atom (Electron Distribution) by EduTech Era” helps students understand how electrons are arranged around the nucleus and how this arrangement influences chemical behavior. With clear visuals, step-by-step explanations, and interactive examples, this app makes learning atomic structure simple and engaging. Features: - Detailed explanation of atomic structure and electron shells - Interactive visuals to explore electron distribution - Simple, student-friendly language for all learning levels - Real-life examples to connect concepts with chemistry - Zoom, rotate, and explore diagrams for better clarity - Works fully offline - no internet required - Ideal for school students, teachers, and self-learners Whether you're studying chemistry for exams or just curious about atoms, this app provides a complete and engaging way to understand the fundamentals of atomic structure and electron arrangement. Download now and explore the building blocks of matter!

Screenshots

Rutherford and the Atom2 screens
Atom Structure4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rutherford and the Atom at Free against Atom Structure's $1.99. Rutherford and the Atom also leads on update cadence (every 18 months vs every 41 months). Atom Structure's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Rutherford and the Atom is free to download; Atom Structure costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rutherford and the Atom ships an update every 18 months, Atom Structure every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Rutherford and the Atom versus Atom Structure: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRutherford and the AtomAtom Structure
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 18 months — betterEvery 41 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB232 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn KennedyVIRTUAL FILAMENTS PRIVATE LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

Rutherford and the Atom

No in-app purchases

None

Atom Structure

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Rutherford and the Atom free?
Rutherford and the Atom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Atom Structure free?
Atom Structure costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Rutherford and the Atom or Atom Structure have ads?
Neither Rutherford and the Atom nor Atom Structure shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Rutherford and the Atom or Atom Structure?
Rutherford and the Atom ships an update every 18 months, and Atom Structure every 41 months. Most recently, Rutherford and the Atom was updated on October 24, 2026 and Atom Structure on October 27, 2026.

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