About Exoplanet Explorer
Explore the universe of exoplanets - over 6,000 confirmed worlds orbiting distant stars, updated from leading scientific archives. Track new discoveries as they happen and dive into the data behind every planet. EXPLORE...
Explore the universe of exoplanets - over 6,000 confirmed worlds orbiting distant stars, updated from leading scientific archives. Track new discoveries as they happen and dive into the data behind every planet. EXPLORE THE COSMOS Search, filter, and sort the complete catalogue of confirmed exoplanets. Find planets by discovery method, star type, orbital characteristics, or habitability potential. Every entry includes detailed scientific data from peer-reviewed sources. ATMOSPHERIC SPECTRA Browse JWST and Hubble transmission spectra for planets where atmospheric data is available. Toggle molecular overlays for CO2, CH4, H2O, CO and more to see which absorption features have been detected. 3D SYSTEM VIEW Step into a planetary system in 3D - see each planet's orbit around its host star with realistic shading and a visualisation of the habitable zone. On iPhone and iPad you can also place a system into your environment in AR. COMPARE WORLDS Analyze exoplanets side-by-side - or compare them with Solar System planets like Earth, Jupiter, and Mars. Compare sizes, masses, orbital periods, star properties, and habitability scores to understand what makes each world unique. HABITABLE ZONE VISUALIZATION See exactly where planets orbit within their star's habitable zone - the region where liquid water could exist. Identify potentially Earth-like worlds and understand the conditions for life beyond our solar system. FEATURES . 6,000+ confirmed exoplanets with detailed scientific data . Atmospheric spectra with molecular overlays . 3D system view with AR mode . Advanced filtering and sorting . Planet comparison tool with Solar System reference . Habitable zone analysis . Spotlight search with deep linking . Home screen widgets . Apple Watch companion app . Bookmark favorites with iCloud sync . Available on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro GO PREMIUM Enjoying the app? Premium takes it further - unlimited bookmarks, the full planet comparison tool, and additional widgets. A small yearly upgrade that makes a big difference. Whether you're a curious stargazer, student, educator, or researcher, Exoplanet Explorer puts the cosmos in your pocket. Terms of Use (EULA): https://the-exoplanets.space/eula/ Privacy Policy: https://the-exoplanets.space/privacy/
Version History NEW IN 3.3.1: • Redesigned Solar System comparison in the 3D System View: orbits now overlay concentrically with the target so 1 AU lines up visually, planet labels adapt to the system's scale, and tap any body to focus the camera on it 3.3.1 3d ago NEW IN 3.3.0: • Atmospheric Spectra: explore JWST and Hubble transmission spectra with molecular overlays for CO2, CH4, H2O, CO, and more • 3D System View: see each exoplanet's orbit around its host star with realistic shading, habitable-zone visualization, and AR mode IMPROVEMENTS: • Major accessibility pass: VoiceOver support across catalogue, details, and comparison; Dynamic Type and Reduce Motion respected throughout • Faster, more reliable refresh, plus several fixes for the planet list, badge, and 3D presentation 3.3.0 May 21 IMPROVEMENTS: • Free users can now save up to 3 favorite planets • Comparison mode is now accessible to all users • Smoother upgrade experience when exploring premium features 3.2.0 Mar 17 FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS: • Fixed background data sync not triggering reliably • Fixed planet ordering in the system view diagram • Improved Watch app network security 3.1.1 Mar 6 NEW: • Compare exoplanets with Solar System planets — Earth is the default comparison • Search and display planet and star alias names • Interactive planet selection in the system view diagram • Stellar age displayed with Gyr unit • Planet count displayed in the catalogue title • Full constellation names shown instead of abbreviations • In-app feedback form replaces email-based feedback • Error screen with retry option when data loading fails FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS: • Data now syncs automatically in the background and on app resume • Pull-to-refresh added as manual sync option • Planet list updates correctly when switching distance units • Notification badge clears properly when tapped • Improved Spotlight search with deep linking and thumbnails • Improved Watch app reliability and networking • Performance and stability improvements 3.1.0 Feb 22 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices. NEW FEATURES: • Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance • Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone REDESIGNED: • Modern planet details view with improved data presentation • New quick filter system with live result counts • Redesigned planet comparison tool • Streamlined navigation throughout the app IMPROVEMENTS: • Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS) • Now available in 12 languages • Enhanced accessibility features • Background data updates • Improved performance and stability If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us! Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.3 Feb 1 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices. NEW FEATURES: • Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance • Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone REDESIGNED: • Modern planet details view with improved data presentation • New quick filter system with live result counts • Redesigned planet comparison tool • Streamlined navigation throughout the app IMPROVEMENTS: • Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS) • Now available in 12 languages • Enhanced accessibility features • Background data updates • Improved performance and stability If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us! Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.1 Jan 22 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices. NEW FEATURES: • Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance • Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone REDESIGNED: • Modern planet details view with improved data presentation • New quick filter system with live result counts • Redesigned planet comparison tool • Streamlined navigation throughout the app IMPROVEMENTS: • Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS) • Now available in 12 languages • Enhanced accessibility features • Background data updates • Improved performance and stability If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us! Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.0 Jan 16 Fixed crash on sort & filter change. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.8.0 06/16/2025 Fixed crash on sort & filter change. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.7.0 03/16/2025 Fixed crash on sort & filter change. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.6.1 11/05/2024 Added new Home Screen widget. Added support for dark mode and tinted icon. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.6.0 09/17/2024 General improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.6 09/02/2024 General improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.5 08/30/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian. Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.4 07/27/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian. Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.3 07/20/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian. Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.2 07/14/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian. Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.1 07/12/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian. Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes. If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.0 07/10/2024 General bug fixes If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.2 05/19/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project! + improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location + fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.1 04/14/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project! + improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location + fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.0 03/18/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project! + improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location + fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.3.1 02/08/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project! + improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location + fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.3.0 01/08/2024 + fixed wrong label in the planet details view + tweaked interface layout for iPads + fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app. Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.2.3 10/15/2023
Previous Versions
Here you can find the changelog of Exoplanet Explorer since it was posted on our website on 2023-03-03 23:47:24.
The latest version is 3.3.1 and it was updated on 2026-06-23 06:13:24. See below the changes in each version.
Exoplanet Explorer version 3.3.1
Updated At: 2026-06-02
Changes: Version History NEW IN 3.3.1:
• Redesigned Solar System comparison in the 3D System View: orbits now overlay concentrically with the target so 1 AU lines up visually, planet labels adapt to the system's scale, and tap any body to focus the camera on it 3.3.1 3d ago NEW IN 3.3.0:
• Atmospheric Spectra: explore JWST and Hubble transmission spectra with molecular overlays for CO2, CH4, H2O, CO, and more
• 3D System View: see each exoplanet's orbit around its host star with realistic shading, habitable-zone visualization, and AR mode
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Major accessibility pass: VoiceOver support across catalogue, details, and comparison; Dynamic Type and Reduce Motion respected throughout
• Faster, more reliable refresh, plus several fixes for the planet list, badge, and 3D presentation 3.3.0 May 21 IMPROVEMENTS:
• Free users can now save up to 3 favorite planets
• Comparison mode is now accessible to all users
• Smoother upgrade experience when exploring premium features 3.2.0 Mar 17 FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS:
• Fixed background data sync not triggering reliably
• Fixed planet ordering in the system view diagram
• Improved Watch app network security 3.1.1 Mar 6 NEW:
• Compare exoplanets with Solar System planets — Earth is the default comparison
• Search and display planet and star alias names
• Interactive planet selection in the system view diagram
• Stellar age displayed with Gyr unit
• Planet count displayed in the catalogue title
• Full constellation names shown instead of abbreviations
• In-app feedback form replaces email-based feedback
• Error screen with retry option when data loading fails
FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS:
• Data now syncs automatically in the background and on app resume
• Pull-to-refresh added as manual sync option
• Planet list updates correctly when switching distance units
• Notification badge clears properly when tapped
• Improved Spotlight search with deep linking and thumbnails
• Improved Watch app reliability and networking
• Performance and stability improvements 3.1.0 Feb 22 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign
We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices.
NEW FEATURES:
• Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance
• Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone
REDESIGNED:
• Modern planet details view with improved data presentation
• New quick filter system with live result counts
• Redesigned planet comparison tool
• Streamlined navigation throughout the app
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS)
• Now available in 12 languages
• Enhanced accessibility features
• Background data updates
• Improved performance and stability
If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us!
Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.3 Feb 1 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign
We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices.
NEW FEATURES:
• Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance
• Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone
REDESIGNED:
• Modern planet details view with improved data presentation
• New quick filter system with live result counts
• Redesigned planet comparison tool
• Streamlined navigation throughout the app
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS)
• Now available in 12 languages
• Enhanced accessibility features
• Background data updates
• Improved performance and stability
If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us!
Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.1 Jan 22 Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign
We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices.
NEW FEATURES:
• Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance
• Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone
REDESIGNED:
• Modern planet details view with improved data presentation
• New quick filter system with live result counts
• Redesigned planet comparison tool
• Streamlined navigation throughout the app
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS)
• Now available in 12 languages
• Enhanced accessibility features
• Background data updates
• Improved performance and stability
If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us!
Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected] 3.0.0 Jan 16 Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.8.0 06/16/2025 Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.7.0 03/16/2025 Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.6.1 11/05/2024 Added new Home Screen widget.
Added support for dark mode and tinted icon.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.6.0 09/17/2024 General improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.6 09/02/2024 General improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.5 08/30/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian.
Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.4 07/27/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian.
Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.3 07/20/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian.
Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.2 07/14/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian.
Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.1 07/12/2024 Added new language support for Arabic, Hindi and Ukrainian.
Extended widgets, general improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.5.0 07/10/2024 General bug fixes
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.2 05/19/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project!
+ improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location
+ fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.1 04/14/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project!
+ improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location
+ fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.4.0 03/18/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project!
+ improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location
+ fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.3.1 02/08/2024 + added premium widgets and data fields – thank you for supporting the project!
+ improved display of a star's habitable zone and it's planets location
+ fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.3.0 01/08/2024 + fixed wrong label in the planet details view
+ tweaked interface layout for iPads
+ fixed some minor ui bugs and annoyances
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer! 2.2.3 10/15/2023
Exoplanet Explorer version 3.2.0
Updated At: 2026-03-17
Changes: IMPROVEMENTS:
• Free users can now save up to 3 favorite planets
• Comparison mode is now accessible to all users
• Smoother upgrade experience when exploring premium features
Exoplanet Explorer version 3.1.1
Updated At: 2026-03-06
Changes: FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS:
• Fixed background data sync not triggering reliably
• Fixed planet ordering in the system view diagram
• Improved Watch app network security
Exoplanet Explorer version 3.1.0
Updated At: 2026-02-22
Changes: NEW:
• Compare exoplanets with Solar System planets — Earth is the default comparison
• Search and display planet and star alias names
• Interactive planet selection in the system view diagram
• Stellar age displayed with Gyr unit
• Planet count displayed in the catalogue title
• Full constellation names shown instead of abbreviations
• In-app feedback form replaces email-based feedback
• Error screen with retry option when data loading fails
FIXES & IMPROVEMENTS:
• Data now syncs automatically in the background and on app resume
• Pull-to-refresh added as manual sync option
• Planet list updates correctly when switching distance units
• Notification badge clears properly when tapped
• Improved Spotlight search with deep linking and thumbnails
• Improved Watch app reliability and networking
• Performance and stability improvements
Exoplanet Explorer version 3.0.3
Updated At: 2026-02-01
Changes: Version 3.0 - Complete Redesign
We've rebuilt Exoplanet Explorer from the ground up with a modern interface, new features, and support for the latest Apple devices.
NEW FEATURES:
• Home Screen Widgets - Planet counts and key statistics at a glance
• Habitable Zone Visualizations - See where planets orbit relative to the habitable zone
REDESIGNED:
• Modern planet details view with improved data presentation
• New quick filter system with live result counts
• Redesigned planet comparison tool
• Streamlined navigation throughout the app
IMPROVEMENTS:
• Support for Apple Vision Pro (visionOS)
• Now available in 12 languages
• Enhanced accessibility features
• Background data updates
• Improved performance and stability
If you enjoy the app, please leave a review - it helps other space enthusiasts discover us!
Questions or feedback? Email us at
[email protected]
Exoplanet Explorer version 2.8.0
Updated At: 2025-06-16
Changes: Jun 16, 2025
Version 2.8.0
Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer!
Exoplanet Explorer version 2.7.0
Updated At: 2025-03-16
Changes: Mar 16, 2025
Version 2.7.0
Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer!
Exoplanet Explorer version 2.6.1
Updated At: 2024-11-05
Changes: Nov 5, 2024
Version 2.6.1
Fixed crash on sort & filter change.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer!
Exoplanet Explorer version 2.6.0
Updated At: 2024-09-17
Changes: Sep 17, 2024
Version 2.6.0
Added new Home Screen widget.
Added support for dark mode and tinted icon.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer!
Exoplanet Explorer version 2.5.6
Updated At: 2024-09-02
Changes: Sep 2, 2024
Version 2.5.6
General improvements and bug fixes.
If you encounter any problems with the app or want to give a detailed feedback, please email us via
[email protected]. Also, please consider leaving an AppStore rating for the app.
Thank you for using the Exoplanet Explorer!
