Ever seen those colorful planets floating around your friends Bitmoji and thought what in the world is that? Well, that’s Snapchat Planets—a playful lil’ feature inside Snapchat+ that turns your best friends list into a mini solar system. And honestly, it’s not just cute—it kinda tells you who’s orbiting closest in your social life.
Why does it matter? Because in this fast scrolling world, small fun things like this can make ppl feel more connected… or sometimes just curious about where they “stand” with their friends.
What are Snapchat Planets
So Snapchat Planets (sometimes folks call it the Friend Solar System) works like this: your Bitmoji is the Sun 🌞, and your closest friends get a planet spot depending on how often you interact. The closer the planet, the more snaps and chats your having with that friend.
According to Snapchat’s help page, there’s 8 planets, and the order means your rank in their world:
| Rank | Planet | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercury | Your #1 top friend |
| 2 | Venus | Second closest |
| 3 | Earth | Third place |
| 4 | Mars | Fourth |
| 5 | Jupiter | Fifth spot |
| 6 | Saturn | Sixth |
| 7 | Uranus | Seventh |
| 8 | Neptune | Eighth and farthest |
How Snapchat Planets Works
First things first—you need Snapchat+, their paid version. Without that, the whole solar system thing just won’t show.
Once you’ve got it:
- Open your friend’s profile.
- If there’s a lil’ badge with a gold ring that says “Best Friends” or “Friends” – tap it.
- You’ll see which planet you are in their solar system (if they also got Snapchat+ and enabled it).
One thing to remember—if they didn’t turn it on, you won’t see nothing. This is opt-in, meaning its your choice to have it or not.
Why Snapchat Made Planets
Snap said on Newsroom that they wanted a more fun way for ppl to visualize friendships, but also avoid awkward ranking drama. That’s why it’s optional now.
At first, some teens and younger users felt a bit left out when they saw themselves on a “far” planet. The company quickly made changes to reduce that social pressure. They also pointed out that planets can change a lot—cause friendships aren’t static, right?
Real World Reactions
On Reddit, users had mixed vibes:
“I kinda like it, it’s cute seeing myself as Mercury on my besties profile.”
“Honestly it’s annoying, I don’t need to know I’m Neptune to someone I talk to daily.”
Tips for Using Snapchat Planets
- Don’t take it too serious – it’s just a fun feature.
- If it bugs you, just toggle it off in settings.
- Interact more (snaps, chats, calls) if you wanna move up a planet.
- Use it as a conversation starter—it can actually make your friends laugh.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Super visual and fun.
- Makes Snapchat feel more personal.
- Gives a lil’ gamification to friendships.
Cons:
- Can make ppl overthink their friendships.
- Only for Snapchat+ subscribers.
- Sometimes rankings feel inaccurate.
FAQs
Q: Do both ppl need Snapchat+?
A: Nope, but only those with Snapchat+ can see planets
Q: Does it update in real time?
A: Pretty much, but it’s based on overall activity not just the last snap.
Q: Can I hide my planet ranking?
A: Yes, just turn the feature off in your Snapchat+ settings.
Conclusion
Snapchat Planets ain’t gonna change the world, but it does make checking your best friends list a bit more entertaining. If your into playful visuals and don’t mind paying for Snapchat+, it’s worth trying. If not—you’re not missing out on any core features, just a little extra cosmic fun.
