# Universe in a Nutshell

> by Kurzgesagt & Wait But Why

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1526364758](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1526364758)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1526364758`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** in a nutshell - kurzgesagt GmbH
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (2,509 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.1
- **Last updated:** 2025-11-10
- **First published:** 2020-09-20
- **Size:** 320 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-26
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/universe-in-a-nutshell/id1526364758)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/privacystatement-universeapp/](https://sites.google.com/view/privacystatement-universeapp/)

## Description

Universe in a Nutshell is a swipe-driven scale explorer that takes you from the tiniest particles to the largest galaxies. Seamlessly zoom between scales from 10^-35 meters to 10^26 meters without math, and enjoy beautifully animated illustrations of more than 250 objects.

Tap any object for a quick explanation, discover bite-sized scale facts, and hear original Kurzgesagt music as you learn. A collaborative creation by Kurzgesagt & Wait But Why, designed as a Chrome extension to bring the cosmos to your screen.

## Rankings

- #35,611 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews praise the app's visuals and educational content, plus a calming soundtrack and encyclopedia-like feel. The main recurring issues are outdated content and missing key objects like Uranus, along with requests for more interactive features (sandbox comparisons, definitions, 3D models) and accessibility/narration options for kids or the visually impaired.

### Pros

- Stunning visuals and Kurzgesagt-inspired art that make complex topics engaging
- Extensive educational content about space, scale, and the universe
- Calming, relaxing soundtrack that accompanies the learning experience
- Encyclopedia-like breadth with size comparisons and dense facts

### Cons

- Content is outdated and not updated for years, with conflicting or outdated facts
- Missing Uranus and many other objects; frequent requests for expansion
- Requests for more interactive features (side-by-side sandbox, definitions, 3D models) and more content overall
- Lack of narration/reading aloud options for kids or visually impaired users

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