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Last updated on: 2026-08-17
Android Apps > Education > Universe in a Nutshell
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Universe in a Nutshell

1.5.1
Wait But Why & Kurzgesagt
4.71
6,053 reviews
100,000+
Downloads
$2.99

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4.71 · 6,053 reviews · 100,000+ downloads

Universe in a Nutshell lets you swipe and zoom across the size of the universe—from particles to galaxies—to grasp scale without math. It ranks strongly in education across multiple markets (#8 US, #13 DE, #16 CZ) with a solid 4.72 average from 6,042 reviews. Total downloads exceed 100,000+, with 650 downloads in the last 30 days.

Pros & Cons

  • Strong multi-market education presence (US #8, DE #13, CZ #16) and a price of $2.99
  • No math required to grasp vast scales; swipe-based navigation
  • 250+ animated objects with engaging visuals
  • Original Kurzgesagt music enhances the learning experience
  • Competitors emphasize broader astronomy topics (e.g., space, stars, planets, solar system) that are not central keywords for this app

About Universe in a Nutshell

Universe in a Nutshell is an education app developed by Wait But Why & Kurzgesagt.

How many times has Universe in a Nutshell been downloaded?

Universe in a Nutshell has been downloaded 140 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 650 times.

What is the rating of Universe in a Nutshell?

Universe in a Nutshell is rated 4.71 out of 5 stars, based on 6.1 thousand ratings.

Is Universe in a Nutshell free?

Universe in a Nutshell costs $2.99 to download. The APK download size is 173.43 MB. The latest version available is 1.5.1. The last update was on October 28, 2025.

What are the requirements for Universe in a Nutshell?

Universe in a Nutshell requires Android 7.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play September 2020.

Description
The range of size in the universe, from the tiniest particles to the epic galaxies—we take you on a journey of size that lets you explore it all with a single swipe.
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More data about Universe in a Nutshell

Price $2.99
Total downloads 140 thousand
Recent downloads 650
Rating 4.71 based on 6.1 thousand ratings
Ranking Not ranked
Version 1.5.1
APK size 173.4 MB
Number of libraries 2
Designed for Android 7.0+
Suitable for Everyone
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Universe in a Nutshell has been downloaded 140 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 22 downloads per day.

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Comments on Universe in a Nutshell for Android

★★★★★ Sheryl Sutton · Oct 5, 2025
I love it (mostly because it's from Kurzgesagt), but could you add Uranus and a button on the descriptions that has the narrator of your videos narrate it for us? Please? Also, the observable universe is obscuring its name and size on the main screen. Also add Gravatar, please. Also, Francium isn't the largest atom, Oganesson is.
★★★★★ Jeff Kuhn · Mar 16, 2026
This visual app showing the relative scale of things from smallest to largest in the universe is fantastic. Brilliantly and joyfully done. Captivating. Get it for your kids and enjoy it yourself.
★★☆☆☆ kraft matik · Dec 13, 2023
What's the beef with Africa? It isn't to scale on the map or even shows up in the app. Not to sound like I'm attacking the brand, but I'm just a user who feels like there is no love towards certain end users. If it's not intended, it certainly feels that way. Even the video about Africa's over population had a different tone than the global OP. I've spent 100s with you all, and I just want to not do it without felling like the brand hates me. I'll give this app 5 stars once I see an Africa update.
★★☆☆☆ Dilon Moodley · Jun 6, 2024
I love Kurzgersagt. Been watching their videos for years and have been waiting to get this app. I was very disappointed to see that I can only zoom in and out. I cannot move around and zoom in on specific objects. It's fixed to the center when it zooms. That's very restrictive. I have apps that let me zoom around the solar system and move around the 3D environment. I knew this would be a 2D app but I still expected to move around a little.
★☆☆☆☆ Adam Carroll · May 11, 2024
Brown Dwarfs are shown to be smaller than Earth, despite the description stating that they are 14 to 90 times greater than the size of Jupiter. Uranus it is not shown among the other planets in our solar system.

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Technologies used by Universe in a Nutshell

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Trust & Safety: Permissions: android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE, android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC, android.permission.INTERNET. No highly sensitive permissions detected; foreground service suggests ongoing background features for an immersive learning experience.
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