Scale of the Universe

What Scale of the Universe actually is

One horizontal slider carries you across every order of magnitude, from strings and neutrinos up through cells, people, mountains, stars and superclusters. Objects appear at their correct relative size as you pass, and clicking any of them opens a short note on what it actually is.

Why it is worth your time

The stretch between the largest animals and the smallest moons takes far longer to cross than anyone expects, which is precisely the point being made.

Common questions

Is Scale of the Universe free?

Yes. Scale of the Universe is free and does not ask you to register or hand over an email address before you can use it.

How long does Scale of the Universe take?

Good within five seconds of loading. We file it under "Instant" — scroll from quantum foam out to the observable universe.

Does Scale of the Universe work on a phone?

Scale of the Universe really wants a mouse and a wide window. It will load on a phone, but the experience is built for desktop.

What kind of site is Scale of the Universe?

We list it under Cosmos & Scale — zoom out until you feel small. The stretch between the largest animals and the smallest moons takes far longer to cross than anyone expects, which is precisely the point being made.