# Bill Nye's VR Science Kit

> Education

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1524532223](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1524532223)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1524532223`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Abacus
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 3.60 / 5 (117 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.5
- **Last updated:** 2023-10-06
- **First published:** 2020-09-25
- **Size:** 2.25 GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bill-nyes-vr-science-kit/id1524532223)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.abacusbrands.com/copyright-privacy-policy](https://www.abacusbrands.com/copyright-privacy-policy)

## Description

Bill Nye's VR Science Kit brings 30 hands-on science experiments to life in augmented and virtual reality. In this educational experience, Bill Nye explains core concepts—from chemical reactions and sound waves to oxidation—while guiding you through crystals, volcanoes, slime, and more.

To activate the experiences, download the companion app and hover your device over the included kit book to watch Bill Nye come to life in AR/VR. Perfect for classrooms or home learning, this engaging tool blends exploration with entertainment to spark curiosity and strengthen STEM skills.

## Rankings

- #140,029 — Overall

## Review summary

User reviews show the app is fun and educational with strong kid appeal, but experience is marred by repeated download delays, non-functional AR/VR UI, and frustrating UX. Stability issues and the requirement of an external book add to the frustration. The content is promising and engaging when it works, but technical blockers dominate the feedback.

### Pros

- Fun and educational across multiple subjects; reviewers describe the app as very fun with many features.
- Strong kid/family appeal, with users noting their children love it and some calling it the best app ever.
- Some reviewers report quick, trouble-free downloads and a small app footprint.
- Overall sentiment is positive when the AR/VR content works, showing potential and engagement.

### Cons

- Extremely long or stalled downloads, with reports of hours-long waits or downloads that never complete.
- AR/VR features and the scanning experience frequently do not work (no buttons appear, nothing shows up, screens are blank).
- Poor UX and navigation issues (camera mode traps you, you can’t exit easily, rotation/orientation problems).
- Stability and performance problems (sound issues, VR stops, occasional crashes or freezes).
- Need for an accompanying book or extra steps adds friction and confusion for users.

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