# Bill Nye's VR Science Kit

> Step into the lab with Bill Nye the Science Guy with 30 fun experiments!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.abacus.billnyesvrsciencekit](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.abacus.billnyesvrsciencekit)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.abacus.billnyesvrsciencekit`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Abacus Brands Inc.
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 25,366
- **Rating:** 3.05 / 5 (102 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-03
- **First published:** 2020-09-23
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 2.02 GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.abacus.billnyesvrsciencekit)
- **Website:** [https://www.abacusbrands.com/](https://www.abacusbrands.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.abacusbrands.com/pages/privacy-policy](https://www.abacusbrands.com/pages/privacy-policy)

## Description

Step into the lab with Bill Nye the Science Guy using Bill Nye's VR Science Kit, which offers 30 engaging science experiments brought to life through augmented and virtual reality. This interactive educational tool explains key scientific principles such as chemical reactions, sound waves, oxidation, and explores phenomena like crystals, volcanoes, and slime. The experience is activated by downloading the app and using your mobile device over the included book, where Bill Nye himself appears to guide you through these fun and immersive science discoveries. Perfect for students and science enthusiasts eager to explore and learn in an innovative, hands-on way.

## Rankings

- #395,604 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.abacus.billnyesvrsciencekit.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the educational, innovative concept of combining AR and VR with Bill Nye's science experiments, which kids find engaging and informative. However, many reviews report significant app stability issues including freezing, crashing, and VR content failing to load. The VR headset is uncomfortable and causes visual problems. The app is resource-intensive, needing large storage and battery, and has usability challenges that hinder the overall experience. While the content and idea are praised, poor app performance and hardware design severely limit enjoyment.

### Pros

- Innovative concept combining AR, VR, and a physical book to enhance science learning.
- Engaging content and interactive features that children enjoy, including being able to explore science experiments with Bill Nye.
- Good educational value with kid-friendly explanations appreciated by parents and children alike.

### Cons

- App frequently freezes, crashes, or fails to load VR content across multiple devices.
- VR headset design causes discomfort and issues with image alignment, leading to double vision.
- The app consumes a large amount of storage and battery, causing issues on devices with limited resources.
- AR features can be difficult for young children to use and sometimes require impractical positioning of the book.
- Poor app stability and usability, including black screens, inability to exit VR mode, and camera orientation problems.

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