Odyssey XR enters the educational app market with a focus on augmented reality experiences for STEM subjects. Positioned as a supplementary tool rather than a full curriculum, it aims to bridge the gap between textbook diagrams and tangible understanding by placing detailed models directly into a user’s surroundings. The app requires a compatible iOS device with a LiDAR scanner for optimal functionality, which situates it as a tool for users with relatively newer hardware. The core functionality revolves around a library of AR models covering topics like molecular biology, geometric shapes, planetary physics, and mechanical engineering. Users can place, scale, and rotate these models on any flat surface. Interactive labels and layered diagrams allow for peeling back components of a cell or seeing the forces acting on a simple machine. A notable feature is the 'Simulation' mode for certain models, which can demonstrate processes like orbital mechanics or chemical bonding in motion over time. In practical use, the app provides an intuitive tap-and-drag interface for model manipulation. Loading models is generally quick, though stability can depend on lighting conditions and surface texture. For a student studying organic chemistry, being able to walk around a 3D model of a complex molecule and inspect bond angles from different perspectives offers a concrete advantage over static images. However, the experience is largely self-directed; the app provides the objects but not structured lessons, requiring the user or an educator to provide context and learning objectives. As a relatively new app, user feedback is still nascent. The current 3.5-star rating suggests a mix of experiences. Early adopters praise the visual fidelity and the 'aha' moment when a difficult concept clicks into place. Some initial reviews indicate occasional bugs with model anchoring—where a model might drift from its placed location—and a desire for a broader library of subjects. Without a large volume of reviews, these points highlight typical early-stage growing pains rather than fundamental flaws. Overall, Odyssey XR shows promise as a specialized visualization tool. Its strengths lie in the quality of its AR rendering and its potential to aid spatial and visual learners. The primary limitations are its dependency on specific hardware, the current depth of its content library, and its role as an open-ended visual aid rather than a guided tutor. For educators with the right classroom technology or dedicated students in advanced STEM courses, it offers a unique and potentially valuable way to engage with abstract material.