myPhysicsLab
7.5#4 in physics simulation softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitmyPhysicsLab vs OpenSCM Two Layer Model
OpenSCM Two Layer Model
6.0#70 in physics simulation softwareFree planFree planAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | myPhysicsLab | OpenSCM Two Layer Model |
|---|---|---|
| 3D visuals | No | No |
| Authoring tools | Yes | No |
| Delivery mode | hybrid | desktop |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Lesson library | Yes | No |
| License | The software is open source under the Apache 2.0 License, and its source code is available on GitHub. | The repository identifies the software as free software under the BSD 3-Clause License. |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | myPhysicsLab provides interactive, real-time animated physics simulations that users can change by dragging objects and adjusting parameters. | The package implements two-layer, radiative-forcing-driven climate models by Held et al., Geoffroy et al. and Bloch-Johnson et al. |
| Support | The author identifies himself as Erik Neumann and provides an email address on the home page; no support plan is listed there. | The project directs users with issues or feature requests to its GitHub issue tracker. |
myPhysicsLab plans
- Free and open sourceFree
OpenSCM Two Layer Model plans
- Free softwareFree
Pick myPhysicsLab if…
It suits learners and educators exploring physics concepts, as well as developers who want to customize interactive simulations. Users can also download versions for offline viewing.
Pick OpenSCM Two Layer Model if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.