Map of the Universe: Scroll through a map of the observable universe, galaxy by galaxy. NASA Eyes on the Solar System: The solar system and NASA spacecraft in real time, in 3D.
| Map of the Universe | NASA Eyes on the Solar System | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Space, Planets & Sky Maps | Space, Planets & Sky Maps |
| Coverage | Observable universe | Solar system |
| Updates | Static archive | Live / real time |
| Data source | Sloan Digital Sky Survey | NASA JPL ephemerides |
| Made by | Johns Hopkins University | NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Works well on phones | Works well on phones |
| Map view | Flat map | 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Map of the Universe
- Galaxies from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey
- Scroll from nearby to the edge of the universe
- Explanations along the way
What you can do with NASA Eyes on the Solar System
- Planets and spacecraft in real positions
- Mission timelines
- Speed up or reverse time
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.