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Philae lander

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ESA lander delivered by the Rosetta spacecraft that in November 2014 became the first probe to achieve a soft landing on a comet, 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko.

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Philae lander ranks #52 of 101 in the Spacecraft ranking, behind Vostok 2, ahead of Sputnik 2.

First comet soft landing, historically acclaimed, but harpoon failure and short primary operations limit score.

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How good is Philae lander?
Philae lander scores 8.10/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Spacecraft category. First comet soft landing, historically acclaimed, but harpoon failure and short primary operations limit score.
What are the best alternatives to Philae lander?
See our alternatives page for Philae lander for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Huygens probe, Beagle 2, ISEE-3 / ICE.
How does Philae lander compare to Huygens probe?
See our detailed comparison of Philae lander vs Huygens probe with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Philae lander worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.10/10, Philae lander is highly rated in Spacecraft. See all Spacecraft ranked.

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