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Phobos 1

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Phobos 1 was a Soviet mission launched in 1988 to study Mars and its moon Phobos, notable for being lost after an erroneous command en route.

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Phobos 1 ranks #202 of 207 in the Space Mission ranking, behind Peregrine Mission One, ahead of Nozomi.

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How good is Phobos 1?
Phobos 1 scores 3.15/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Space Mission category. Failed en route after command error; limited science return and remembered mostly as a costly Soviet Mars program loss.
What are the best alternatives to Phobos 1?
See our alternatives page for Phobos 1 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Phobos 2, Mars 3, Mars 2.
How does Phobos 1 compare to Phobos 2?
See our detailed comparison of Phobos 1 vs Phobos 2 with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Phobos 1 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 3.15/10, Phobos 1 is a solid option in Space Mission. See all Space Mission ranked.

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