r/exoplanets
This is where you can discuss extrasolar planets, commonly known as exoplanets, and related sciences including exoplanet detection…
How to think about r/exoplanets
The community focuses on the discussion of exoplanets, their detection, and related scientific fields such as astrobiology and astrophysics. Members share research findings, news articles, and personal insights about extrasolar planets, often delving into the implications for life beyond Earth. The community is characterized by a strong emphasis on scientific rigor and the latest discoveries in the field, making it a hub for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
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Audience
Participants in this community include astronomers, astrophysics students, and science enthusiasts, with a demographic that skews towards educated adults, particularly those with a keen interest in space exploration and planetary science. The vibe is generally inquisitive and collaborative, with members eager to share knowledge and engage in thoughtful discussions about the universe and the potential for life on other planets.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes well-researched articles, original research papers, and insightful commentary on recent discoveries. Members appreciate detailed explanations and scientific data, while overly promotional or vague posts tend to be downvoted. The community encourages regular contributions, with a mix of news updates and in-depth discussions, fostering an environment where knowledge-sharing is paramount.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is often met with skepticism. Engaging authentically by sharing valuable insights, research findings, or educational content can resonate well with members. Collaborations with scientists or educational initiatives that align with the community's interests may be welcomed. However, brands should avoid self-promotion and focus on contributing to discussions in a meaningful way to build trust and credibility.
Top keywords
What r/exoplanets talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/Galileos_grandson
- u/ye_olde_astronaut
- u/TheExoplanetsChannel
- u/54H60-77
- u/CreativeCulture1984
- u/emjayel23
- u/kamlaish
- u/Numerous-Barracuda53
- u/Zinziberruderalis
- u/ZIONAZZA
- u/Dauilder-476
- u/astrojaket
- u/spacewal
- u/adomsagaudi
- u/ohnosquid
- u/Emma-myrick
- u/Backyard_Astro_AZ
- u/JaazUpp
- u/ExoplanetTerraformer
- u/chillinewman
- u/ASuarezMascareno
- u/KryolKek
- u/d_nicholaes
- u/greg0525
- u/Accomplished_Taste42
- u/HeadClicker52
- u/Memegrok
- u/antifascist_mAcHinE
- u/Alias_The_J
- u/Specialist-Post-6630
- u/Scumandvillany
- u/eric_eternal
- u/novapbs
- u/i-NisarHussain
- u/Lazarea
- u/missvocab
- u/burtzev
- u/jimc8p
- u/kjh000
- u/_nerdalien_
- u/gilgareddit
- u/Nileperch75
- u/esperobbs
- u/Traditional_Lab_8714
- u/wei_sensei
- u/carmenqueasyx
- u/electrineer1
- u/AfterGuess9582
- u/Angstmut123
- u/DiscoSloth69
- u/ElectricSped
- u/ppc633
- u/Homesick345
- u/ClownStalker666
- u/Kamezii
- u/UnPenetrable
- u/roadtrip-ne
- u/Radilint
- u/SmellingSWEATYfeet
- u/Astra_Nots
- u/AstroZ123
- u/Norse-Gael
- u/FloOlf55
- u/MrHybernation
- u/beanhappens
- u/Slow-Art7439
- u/TonyStarkOP
- u/qiling
- u/BestofLoL
- u/Valianttheywere
By votes
- u/Galileos_grandson
- u/ye_olde_astronaut
- u/TheExoplanetsChannel
- u/astrojaket
- u/ExoplanetTerraformer
- u/kamlaish
- u/chillinewman
- u/emjayel23
- u/ASuarezMascareno
- u/KryolKek
- u/spacewal
- u/54H60-77
- u/d_nicholaes
- u/CreativeCulture1984
- u/Accomplished_Taste42
- u/greg0525
- u/HeadClicker52
- u/Memegrok
- u/adomsagaudi
- u/Numerous-Barracuda53
- u/antifascist_mAcHinE
- u/Alias_The_J
- u/Zinziberruderalis
- u/Specialist-Post-6630
- u/Scumandvillany
- u/ZIONAZZA
- u/eric_eternal
- u/ohnosquid
- u/Lazarea
- u/missvocab
- u/novapbs
- u/i-NisarHussain
- u/burtzev
- u/jimc8p
- u/kjh000
- u/_nerdalien_
- u/gilgareddit
- u/Nileperch75
- u/esperobbs
- u/Traditional_Lab_8714
- u/Dauilder-476
- u/carmenqueasyx
- u/electrineer1
- u/Emma-myrick
- u/wei_sensei
- u/AfterGuess9582
- u/Angstmut123
- u/DiscoSloth69
- u/ElectricSped
- u/Homesick345
- u/ppc633
- u/Kamezii
- u/roadtrip-ne
- u/ClownStalker666
- u/UnPenetrable
- u/JaazUpp
- u/Backyard_Astro_AZ
- u/Radilint
- u/SmellingSWEATYfeet
- u/AstroZ123
- u/Norse-Gael
- u/FloOlf55
- u/Astra_Nots
- u/MrHybernation
- u/beanhappens
- u/Slow-Art7439
- u/TonyStarkOP
- u/qiling
- u/BestofLoL
- u/Valianttheywere
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/54H60-77
- u/ASuarezMascareno
- u/[deleted]
- u/Zinziberruderalis
- u/theanedditor
- u/Buffalo-Castle
- u/aeusoes1
- u/chillinewman
- u/NearABE
- u/CSGOSucksMajorDick
- u/Sad-Historian6177
- u/DF2511
- u/koebelin
- u/ChrisARippel
- u/ttystikk
- u/BelAirGhetto
- u/killerbannana_1
- u/pdx2las
- u/Scumandvillany
- u/jaggedcanyon69
- u/warpcoil
- u/MrHaphazard1
- u/jrslagle
- u/Spaced_out_Anomaly
- u/AndyTheSane
- u/Professional-Two7120
- u/bluyonder64
- u/dulcinea8
- u/astroteacher
- u/random6969696969691
- u/jbeast_canada
- u/Cannibeans
- u/_Nick_2711_
- u/HorrorIndustry2343
- u/Cheez-it_chicken
- u/ppc633
- u/MaxiMO0se
- u/spittingdingo
- u/g00f
- u/braxistExtremist
- u/Deneb-Regulus
- u/CraftyPreparation484
- u/socket_error
- u/yurakuNec
- u/greenwizardneedsfood
- u/ostankin
- u/Roseriver_Coldplay16
- u/Spambot0
- u/drscarey
- u/BunnyBallz
- u/imnos
- u/Cashavellli
- u/UmbralRaptor
- u/jondiced
- u/norasguide2thegalaxy
- u/Pig_God3
- u/Killarich662
- u/atomfullerene
- u/DreamChaserSt
- u/SuperDamian
- u/coletrickle369
- u/M0nkeyB0yW0nder
- u/ZenBuddhism
- u/Responsible-Ad-1328
- u/modern1958
By votes
- u/ASuarezMascareno
- u/ChrisARippel
- u/theanedditor
- u/socket_error
- u/54H60-77
- u/Buffalo-Castle
- u/aeusoes1
- u/DreamChaserSt
- u/killerbannana_1
- u/ttystikk
- u/pdx2las
- u/random6969696969691
- u/Cheez-it_chicken
- u/BelAirGhetto
- u/Scumandvillany
- u/NearABE
- u/modern1958
- u/chillinewman
- u/jbeast_canada
- u/Sad-Historian6177
- u/Pig_God3
- u/AndyTheSane
- u/Zinziberruderalis
- u/g00f
- u/MrHaphazard1
- u/jrslagle
- u/_Nick_2711_
- u/Spaced_out_Anomaly
- u/koebelin
- u/braxistExtremist
- u/UmbralRaptor
- u/norasguide2thegalaxy
- u/M0nkeyB0yW0nder
- u/ZenBuddhism
- u/jaggedcanyon69
- u/bluyonder64
- u/dulcinea8
- u/astroteacher
- u/Cannibeans
- u/HorrorIndustry2343
- u/CSGOSucksMajorDick
- u/DF2511
- u/MaxiMO0se
- u/yurakuNec
- u/greenwizardneedsfood
- u/Spambot0
- u/Cashavellli
- u/jondiced
- u/coletrickle369
- u/Professional-Two7120
- u/ppc633
- u/Deneb-Regulus
- u/CraftyPreparation484
- u/ostankin
- u/Roseriver_Coldplay16
- u/drscarey
- u/BunnyBallz
- u/Killarich662
- u/atomfullerene
- u/SuperDamian
- u/Responsible-Ad-1328
- u/imnos
- u/spittingdingo
- u/[deleted]
- u/warpcoil
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FAQ
r/exoplanets — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/exoplanets have?
r/exoplanets has approximately 14,671 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/exoplanets created?
r/exoplanets was created on February 12, 2010 (16 years ago).
What is r/exoplanets about?
The community focuses on the discussion of exoplanets, their detection, and related scientific fields such as astrobiology and astrophysics. Members share research findings, news articles, and personal insights about extrasolar planets, often delving into the implications for life beyond Earth. The community is characterized by a strong emphasis on scientific rigor and the l…
What subreddits are similar to r/exoplanets?
Communities similar to r/exoplanets include r/astrobiology, r/venus, r/askastronomy, r/seti, r/fermiparadox.
Who are the most active posters on r/exoplanets?
The most frequent posters on r/exoplanets include u/Galileos_grandson, u/ye_olde_astronaut, u/TheExoplanetsChannel.
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