Best Interactive Globe Apps & Games

179+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

Out of 179+ interactive globe apps and games on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Interactive Globe Apps & Games (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Globe 3D - Planet Earth GuideGlobe 3D - Planet Earth GuideFree4.2★ (1.9K)YesYesJul 2026
2Interactive Digital GlobeInteractive Digital GlobeFree5.0★ (2)NoYesMay 2026
3Google EarthGoogle EarthFree4.1★ (13K)NoNoJul 2026
4Orboot Earth AR by PlayShifuOrboot Earth AR by PlayShifuFree4.4★ (2.1K)NoYesJul 2026
5World Map +World Map +Free4.7★ (8K)YesNoJul 2026
6Globe Earth 3D - Live MapGlobe Earth 3D - Live MapFree4.1★ (985)YesYesJul 2026
7EARTH 3D | Ultra real planetEARTH 3D | Ultra real planetFree was $49.994.5★ (6.2K)YesYesJul 2026
8GlobalkarteGlobalkarteFree4.7★ (275)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Interactive Globe

Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide#1

Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide by Everyday Tools, LLC

World Map: Countries & States
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.2😞(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore Earth in stunning detail with an interactive 3D globe. Discover landscapes, cultures, and landmarks, and view live webcams from around the world. Customize your experience and find locations easily with smart search.

What We Love

  • 🌍 Realistic and detailed globe
  • 🎨 Beautiful and artistic design
  • 🌐 Comprehensive global coverage

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 📢 Intrusive and excessive advertising
  • 🔍 Limited zoom and exploration capabilities
Interactive Digital Globe#2

Interactive Digital Globe by Clementoni S.p.A.

Strong Contender
📚 Education
5.0(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore the world with this educational app, offering detailed information on 195 countries. Discover real-time data, currencies, forms of government, and enrich your knowledge with over 400 photos and 350 videos. Designed for both adults and children, it expands learning opportunities.

Google Earth#3

Google Earth by Google

Examine the planet
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.1😊(13K ratings)
Free
#15in Travel
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Explore the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D terrain. Dive into streets with Street View and create collaborative, data-driven maps from anywhere.

What We Love

  • 🌎 Ability to explore the world
  • 👍 Useful for geography and education
  • 🌍 Detailed satellite and street view imagery
  • 🎨 3D mode for immersive experience

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Outdated imagery and maps
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific locations
  • 🚧 Blurred or missing details in some areas

More Interactive Globe apps to explore

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Orboot Earth AR by PlayShifu
Orboot Earth AR by PlayShifu
Orboot Earth AR by PlayShifu
AR Globe & 3D Games For Kids
Free

This app transforms a physical globe into an interactive learning experience using augmented reality. Scan the globe to explore countries, cultures, animals, and more in 3D, complete with detailed information, fun quizzes, and activities. It's designed to ignite curiosity and expand a child's knowledge of the world.

Scan globe regions for interactive highlightsExplore countries and cultures in 3DDetailed information on highlights
📚 Education
(2.1K)
free with in-app purchases
5
World Map +
World Map +
World Map +
Quick Reference World Maps
Free

Access essential world maps for quick reference and navigation. Explore political, detailed, and time zone maps, with interesting facts about countries. Works online and offline, ideal for students, travelers, and curious minds.

Quick access to essential world mapsPolitical, Detailed, and Time Zones MapsEasy map switching
🔍 Reference
(8K)
ad-supported
6
Globe Earth 3D - Live Map
Globe Earth 3D - Live Map
Globe Earth 3D - Live Map
GPS Live Earth Navigation
Free

Explore a 3D model of Earth with detailed political and physical maps, weather, and geographical information. Discover nearby places with live satellite views and track your location. Customize your device with a live 3D Earth wallpaper.

3D Earth modelPolitical and physical mapsWeather information
🗺️ Navigation
(985)
subscription
7
EARTH 3D | Ultra real planet
EARTH 3D | Ultra real planet
EARTH 3D | Ultra real planet
Live wallpapers & screensaver
Free
$49.99 | 100% OFF

Experience a stunning, real-time rendered 3D Earth on your device. Explore detailed textures, atmospheric effects, and celestial bodies with dynamic lighting and reflections. Personalize your device with this visually immersive planetary display.

Real-time sun and moon positionHigh-quality earth texture with bumpingLocation display
🔧 Utilities
(6.2K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Globalkarte
Globalkarte
Globalkarte
3D Erdekarte
Free

Explore the Earth with a 3D live globe, view famous landmarks, and access real-time camera feeds. Get accurate weather updates and use built-in GPS navigation and speedometer tools for a comprehensive global experience.

Live 3D globe viewExplore world wonders and landmarksLive camera and campus feeds
🗺️ Navigation
(275)
free with in-app purchases
9
Globe Earth 3D
Globe Earth 3D
Globe Earth 3D
Flags Anthems and Timezones
Free

Explore a 3D globe with detailed country information, realistic flags, and national anthems. Interactive gesture controls allow for easy navigation, zooming, and linking to Wikipedia for deeper learning. Customize your experience with personal anthems.

3D globe with gesture controlsRealistic country flagsNational anthems playback
📚 Education
(170)
free with in-app purchases
10
3D Earth & moon, sun and stars
3D Earth & moon, sun and stars
3D Earth & moon, sun and stars
Real live planet at your hands
Free
$9.99 | 100% OFF

Explore a stunning, real-time 3D model of Earth with dynamic lighting and detailed textures. Track the sun and moon's positions, view atmospheric effects, and enjoy a realistic stellar backdrop. Locate yourself on the globe with geolocation.

Real-time sun and moon position trackingHigh-definition Earth textures with bumpingGeolocation display for user location
📚 Education
(5.1K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Globe 3D Earth: World Map Live
Globe 3D Earth: World Map Live
Globe 3D Earth: World Map Live
卫星地图国家地理探索器
Free

Explore the planet in stunning 3D with live GPS tracking, a real-time compass, and location-based media. Discover countries, cities, and natural wonders, or watch live video streams from famous places. Ideal for travelers, students, and geography enthusiasts.

Immersive 3D globe explorationLive GPS location trackingLocation tagging for photos
🗺️ Navigation
(53)
free with in-app purchases
12
Winter Snow Globe
Winter Snow Globe
Winter Snow Globe
by Yet to be Named Enterprise
Free

Transform your iPhone into a festive winter wonderland with this interactive snow globe experience. Shake your device to create a magical snowfall and enjoy holiday tunes. Perfect for getting into the holiday spirit.

Interactive snow globeShake to create snowfallPlays holiday music
🎮 Games
(9)
free
13
GlobeAR
GlobeAR
GlobeAR
by 3D Interactive STHLM AB
Free

This app allows users to experience augmented reality content triggered by specific images. It offers a cloud-based system for easy content updates and customization, enabling a wide range of AR experiences from videos to 3D models.

Cloud-based content systemCustomizable AR experiencesTrigger image functionality
💼 Business
(1)
free
14
Multi Globe AR
Multi Globe AR
Multi Globe AR
See the interactive AR globe
Free

This app uses augmented reality to bring a physical globe to life, offering interactive 3D models, animations, and sounds based on geographical locations. It provides an engaging way for children to learn about animals, monuments, space, and countries.

Augmented reality globe interaction3D models with animations and soundsThematic learning modules (animals, space, monuments)
📚 Education
(2)
free
15
The Globe and Mail
The Globe and Mail
The Globe and Mail
News from Canada and the World
Free

Access award-winning news, commentary, and analysis from Canada and around the world. Customize your news feed, enjoy audio articles, and save content for offline reading. Subscribers gain access to exclusive features and can gift articles.

Customized news feedAudio articlesOffline reading
📡 News
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
16
FUN GLOBE
FUN GLOBE
FUN GLOBE
by Shenzhen Augmreal Technology Co., Ltd.
Free

Explore nature, geography, and astronomy through an engaging, augmented reality learning experience. This app uses vivid animations and live sound to make education intuitive and entertaining for children.

Augmented reality (AR) technologyVivid model animationLive sound integration
📚 Education
(2)
free with in-app purchases
17
The Boston Globe
The Boston Globe
The Boston Globe
by BOSTON GLOBE MEDIA PARTNERS, LLC
Free

Access award-winning journalism covering local and national news, politics, business, arts, and culture. Read, watch, and comment on stories, with customizable notifications and offline reading capabilities. Explore in-depth features, opinion pieces, and daily news updates.

Award-winning journalismLocal and national newsInvestigative reporting
📡 News
(42K)
free with in-app purchases
18
AR Intelligent Globe
AR Intelligent Globe
AR Intelligent Globe
by 旋琴 颉
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
19
GlobeTempus Convert Time Zone
GlobeTempus Convert Time Zone
GlobeTempus Convert Time Zone
World Time Clock
Free

Easily convert time zones with a visually engaging world clock. Explore global landmarks, visualize day and night cycles, and sync with your calendar for seamless travel planning. Offers offline access and detailed hour differences.

150,000+ locations worldwideReal day & night visualizationGeo-based location support
✈️ Travel
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Mars Globe
Mars Globe
Mars Globe
by Midnight Martian
Free

Explore the Red Planet with a detailed virtual globe. This app features high-resolution satellite maps, altimeter data, and advanced topographic lighting to showcase Mars' surface. Discover over 1500 annotated features and enjoy an introductory guided tour.

High-resolution satellite mapLaser altimeter dataAdvanced topographic lighting
📚 Education
(319)
free

FAQ about Interactive Globe

What are the best interactive globe apps & games for iPhone?
Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide tops our interactive globe apps & games ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 1.9K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top interactive globe apps & games we rank are free to download, including Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide and Interactive Digital Globe.
Globe 3D - Planet Earth Guide shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 179+ interactive globe apps & games on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Globe 3D is an interactive 3D globe app that allows users to explore Earth in detail. You can rotate and zoom the globe, discover landscapes, cultures, and landmarks, and even view live webcams from various locations.
Key features include an interactive 3D globe, live webcams from iconic locations, breathtaking panoramic views, a smart AI-search function for finding places, a detailed map atlas with political boundaries and geographic features, and customizable map styles and zoom levels.