Best Space Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

The best space apps and games on iPhone average 4.6★ across 248+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated November 2026.

Compare top Space Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Spaceflight SimulatorSpaceflight SimulatorFree4.8★ (98K)NoYesNov 2026
2Solar System SimSolar System SimFree4.5★ (4.5K)YesYesNov 2026
3SkyView® LiteSkyView® LiteFree4.5★ (19K)YesYesNov 2026
4Solar SmashSolar SmashFree4.8★ (409K)YesYesNov 2026
5Sky GuideSky GuideFree4.8★ (380K)NoYesNov 2026
6NASANASAFree4.8★ (64K)NoNoNov 2026
7Space Crash SimulatorSpace Crash SimulatorFree4.5★ (817)YesYesNov 2026
8TerraGenesis - Space SettlersTerraGenesis - Space SettlersFree4.6★ (33K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Space

Spaceflight Simulator#1

Spaceflight Simulator by Spaceflight Simulator UK Ltd

Rocket science made simple!
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.8😊(98K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Build and launch rockets to explore a realistic, open universe. Experience space exploration with accurate physics and a vast, explorable solar system.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Realistic physics and space simulation
  • 👍 Intuitive controls and easy to learn
  • 🚀 Ability to build complex rockets and spacecraft
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases required to play

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches, especially with large rockets
  • 🔋 Potential performance issues on older devices
  • 🔒 Limited customization and part options in free version
  • 🚀 Docking and rendezvous maneuvers can be very challenging
Solar System Sim#2

Solar System Sim by WPC

Space & Planet Physics Sandbox
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
4.5😊(4.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the vastness of space, from planet surfaces to distant galaxies. This real-time gravity sandbox allows you to build and reshape entire solar systems using real astronomical data and physics. Experience the scale of the universe and witness cosmic events firsthand.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Realistic simulation
  • 🚀 Detailed solar system
  • 🚀 Ability to create custom solar systems
  • 🚀 Impressive graphics
  • 🚀 Frequent updates

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💰 Excessive ads
  • 🐛 Saving and loading issues
  • 🐛 Unstable orbits
SkyView® Lite#3

SkyView® Lite by Terminal Eleven LLC

Explore the Universe
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.5😊(19K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#98in Education
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Identify stars, constellations, satellites, and more by simply pointing your device at the sky. This augmented reality app makes stargazing accessible to everyone, day or night. Explore celestial paths and even travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Accurate star and planet tracking
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🔭 Helpful for learning about the night sky
  • 💫 Engaging and educational for all ages
  • 🌌 Realistic AR display of celestial objects

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compass/location issues causing inaccurate positioning
  • 🔍 Limited free features, many paid upgrades
  • 🤔 Confusing for some users to understand how it works
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

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FAQ about Space

What are the best space apps & games for iPhone?
Spaceflight Simulator tops our space apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 98K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top space apps & games we rank are free to download, including Spaceflight Simulator and Solar System Sim.
Spaceflight Simulator has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 248+ space apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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