Physics is an offline-first education app for students preparing for the 2026 physics exam, offering theory, practice tests, and video solutions on iOS.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
The app removes the connectivity dependency and recurring subscription costs that create friction in traditional exam preparation tools.
For Students preparing for the 2026 physics exam who require offline study tools and structured practice materials.
What does it look like?
Key features
Full access to theory and practice exams without internet connectivity.
Automatic saving of incorrect answers for targeted practice.
Teacher-led walkthroughs for complex problems, gated behind a one-time purchase.
How much does it cost?
The model uses a one-time purchase of $4.99 to unlock full premium features, explicitly avoiding recurring subscription costs.
Velocity
Dormant developmentnew contentseasonal eventsUX improvementsShow more...
Physics has been inactive for 245 days, placing it firmly in the zombie category. The most recent update introduced new achievements, mentor styles, and seasonal themes, but no further development has been observed since. Given the lack of activity over the last eight months, there is no current development momentum.
Who built it?
Nikolay Volokhov
12 apps tracked · Education
User Sentiment
What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for Physicsㅤ
How's the Education market?
Physics occupies a niche in the education category by offering a one-time purchase model that avoids the subscription fatigue common in exam prep apps. The lack of recent updates over the last eight months limits its ability to compete with more active, subscription-funded rivals.
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Key takeaways for Physicsㅤ
Where is it heading?
The education market is consolidating around subscription-based apps that provide frequent, exam-aligned content updates. Physics is currently exposed due to its lack of recent development, which will likely result in a loss of market share to more active competitors as the 2026 exam cycle concludes.
- The eight-month release silence indicates the app is in maintenance mode, which will likely lead to churn as students seek updated 2027-aligned content.
The SWOT
- Offline-first architecture enables study in remote environments without connectivity.
- One-time $4.99 purchase model removes recurring cost friction.
- Mistake Review creates a personalized feedback loop for knowledge gaps.
- Localized content expansion could capture markets where premium tutoring is expensive.
Next best moves
Ship content update for 2027 exam cycle because the current 2026-focused content is nearing expiration → maintain relevance
The counter-intuitive read
The offline-first design is a retention lever in…
Read the full takeBottom line
Physics retains core users through its offline utility and one-time pricing, but the eight-month release silence signals a lack of active investment. The PM should prioritize a content refresh to maintain exam alignment, as the current dormancy risks eroding the app's value.
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Is Physics suitable for students who do not have a constant internet connection?
Does Physics require a monthly subscription to access all features?
How does Physics compare to subscription-based exam prep apps?
Sources
- [1] App Store, source
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