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Algodoo
Use Algodoo to simulate physics topics including force, friction, fluids, motion, optics and energy.
About Algodoo
Algodoo is a physics simulation program where users draw objects and interact with them to explore force, friction, fluids, motion, optics and energy. It supports interaction by click and drag, tilt and shake, and visualization with colors, graphs and forces.
Users can build elements such as water, lenses, laser beams, gears and motors, and share work through Algobox. The software is described for Windows, Mac and iPad.
Key features
- Draw objects and interact with them by click and drag
- Use colors, graphs and forces for visualization
- Turn objects into water to simulate fluids
- Build lenses and laser beams
- Create gears and motors
- Create and share scenes on Algobox
Best for: Students, teachers and home-schooling users who want to explore physics through interactive simulation.
Good for
- Available for Windows, Mac and iPad
- Provides official videos and webinars for creating scenes
- Includes Algobox for sharing user-created work
Algodoo at a glance
- Website
- algodoo.com
- Category
- Education & Learning › Science Learning
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- iOS, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Algodoo FAQ
Which devices can run Algodoo?
Windows and Mac computers, and iPad via the App Store, with a version updated for Apple Silicon.
How can I learn to create scenes in Algodoo?
Watch the official videos or webinars on creating educational scenes, turning objects into water, building lenses and laser beams, and creating gears and motors.
Where can I share Algodoo creations?
Create and share work on Algobox.
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