Comparison

3D Solar System vs Skyview

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

Head to head
About

3D Solar System

Explore the solar system in 3D and augmented reality. Learn about planets, moons, stars, and constellations through interactive models, scientific facts, and engaging quizzes. Create your own planets with AI.

Highlights
  • 3D & AR Solar System models
  • Scientific facts about celestial bodies
  • Interactive star map
  • Engaging educational tasks and quizzes
  • AI-powered planet creation
Features
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Have you ever wanted to hold the Solar System in your hands? Now you can. 3D Solar System turns your device into a window to the planets, constellations, and stars beyond. Solar System in 3D and AR Travel from the Sun to the icy edge of deep space — a planetary journey of nearly 15 billion kilometers through our cosmic backyard. Study planets, moons, dwarf planets, and two major asteroid fields: the Asteroid Belt between Mars and Jupiter, and the Kuiper Belt beyond Neptune. See how tiny Earth looks next to Jupiter. Zoom in on planets' craters, spin Saturn's rings, and realize just how vast the universe really is. Interactive star map for passionate stargazers A complete map of the night sky with gyroscope support. Tilt your device toward the ceiling and explore constellations like a true space explorer — as if you were standing under a real night sky. Learn each constellation's name, its ancient stories, and the astronomy behind them. Learn to identify Orion, Ursa Major, Cassiopeia and discover dozens more. What you can do: ► Study planets — from scorched Mercury to icy Neptune — along with moons, dwarf planets, and bright constellations like a real astronomer. ► Test your knowledge with quizzes, planet order challenges, "True or False", and mythology questions. Learn who the planets are named after, how long a day lasts on Pluto, and what makes a star shine. ► Create your own planet using AI — design it, name it, and explore it. 714,000+ people have downloaded our app. To put that in perspective: that's 79 times more than all the stars you can see in the night sky with your own eyes. Some features may require a subscription. Free version includes: basic planet info, part of the constellation catalog, some quizzes and tests, star map, and AI planet generation (up to 2 planets). Subscription unlocks: full content about the Solar System, full constellation catalog, all quizzes and tests, planet cross-sections, unlimited AI planet generation. Every planet is different. Each constellation has a story. The universe is waiting — and it's bigger than you ever imagined. Explore all planets, learn every constellation, and become the space explorer you've always wanted to be. Start your journey through space today. Privacy Policy: http://educationterra.com/privacy Terms Of Use: https://educationterra.com/tos

About

Skyview

Explore the cosmos with this planetarium app. Identify planets, stars, and constellations by pointing your device at the sky. Discover celestial object locations, visualize Earth's day/night zones, and learn detailed information about celestial bodies. Includes an interactive space quiz for premium users.

Highlights
  • Identify planets, stars, and constellations
  • Real-time stargazing
  • Interactive star map
  • Celestial object tracking
  • Detailed celestial body information
  • Space quiz
Features
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Sky View - Explore Universe application provides a learning experience about planets. Learn the previous information about the sky and stars. Are you ready to begin your cosmic journey? Download Sky View - Explore the Universe today and experience the magnificence of the universe from the comfort of your own device! Take a cosmic adventure with Sky View - Explore Universe, the go-to planetarium Sky Observatory app. Immerse yourself in real-time stargazing and discover the night sky's mysteries. App Features: 1. Simply point your device at the sky to identify planets, constellations, satellites, and thousands of stars. 2. Explore our star map to find the precise locations of stars and constellations, thereby enhancing your astronomical knowledge. 3. Follow the course of celestial objects and see their exact locations in the sky at any moment and date. 4. Visualise the Earth's day and night zones to help with your stargazing planning. 5. Get detailed information about the sun and moon, including current positions and phases. 6. Learn about the sizes and positions of planets and the moon, expanding your knowledge of our celestial neighbours. 7. Explore a comprehensive list of satellites, complete with photographs and specialised information. 8. Stay up to date on the current moon phase and time, ideal for lunar mates. 9. Display moon phases in current time and date. 10. space explorer with rocket research & observations. 11. satellite information with planets and galaxies with star planets. Premium Feature: Dive into the wonders of the universe with our interactive Space Quiz! Challenge yourself with exciting questions about planets, stars, galaxies, and more. Expand your knowledge and curiosity about the mysteries of space. What You'll Get in the Premium Plan: 1. Exclusive Space Quizzes: Access a wide range of advanced questions that delve deeper into space science. 2. Learn and Explore: Detailed explanations for every question to help you learn as you play. Unlock the premium plan to turn your curiosity into expertise and become a space enthusiast! Ready to journey through the stars? If you have any questions or need help. reach out to us at app-support@md-tech.in.

Screenshots

3D Solar System4 screens
Skyview4 screens

Verdict

The call

3D Solar System and Skyview both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Skyview's written reviews are positive against 29% of 3D Solar System's. Skyview also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). 3D Solar System's advantage is ratings volume (1.7K vs 330). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. 3D Solar System sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Skyview sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Skyview holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D Solar System has 1.7K ratings behind it against 330, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of 3D Solar System's written reviews are positive against 100% of Skyview's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

3D Solar System ships an update fortnightly, Skyview every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
3D Solar System versus Skyview: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter3D Solar SystemSkyview
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (1.7K ratings)4.6 (330 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.7K — better330
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size351 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEducation TerraAnkur Dhameliya

Customer experience

3D Solar System

All ratings1,730 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews156 reviews
Positive28.8%
Neutral5.1%
Negative66.0%

Skyview

All ratings323 ratings
Positive90.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

3D Solar System

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Planets displayed incorrectly
  • Subscription charges without consent
  • Inability to cancel subscription

Requested features

4 requests
  • More free content and features
  • Realistic planet models and animations
  • Expanded content beyond the solar system
  • Improved accessibility and usability

Skyview

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

3D Solar System

Subscriptions10
  • 1 Week Subscription$7.997 Days
  • 1 Month PRO3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 1 month Sale2 Months trial$10.991 Month
Show 7 more
  • 12 months sale3 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • 6 months$19.996 Months
  • Astronomy guide - Sky atlas$19.991 Month
  • 12 months3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Astronomy guide - Sky atlas3 Days trial$29.993 Months
  • 2 Month Subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
  • 2 Months Subscription3 Days trial$39.992 Months
One-time2
  • Disable Ads Sale$9.99
  • Disable Ads$19.99
1 purchases

Skyview

One-time1
  • Pro Plan$14.99

Questions

Is 3D Solar System free?
3D Solar System is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Skyview free?
Skyview is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 3D Solar System or Skyview?
Skyview is rated higher. 3D Solar System averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while Skyview averages 4.6 from 330 ratings.
Do 3D Solar System or Skyview have ads?
3D Solar System shows ads; Skyview does not.
Which is updated more often, 3D Solar System or Skyview?
3D Solar System ships an update fortnightly, and Skyview every 2 weeks. Most recently, 3D Solar System was updated on October 26, 2026 and Skyview on October 24, 2026.

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