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BepiColombo

6.53

Fair

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description BepiColombo Overview

BepiColombo is a joint European Space Agency and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency mission to study Mercury. Launched on 20 October 2018, it carries the ESA Mercury Planetary Orbiter, JAXA’s Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter, also called Mio, and a transfer module that transports them through the cruise phase. The mission is designed to investigate Mercury’s surface, interior, magnetic field, magnetosphere, and surrounding environment, with routine science operations planned after arrival in 2026.

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How good is BepiColombo?

BepiColombo scores 6.53/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Space Mission category.

What are the best alternatives to BepiColombo?

See our alternatives page for BepiColombo for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Solar Orbiter, Mars Express, ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.

How does BepiColombo compare to Solar Orbiter?

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Is BepiColombo worth it in 2026?

With a score of 6.53/10, BepiColombo is a solid option in Space Mission. See all Space Mission ranked.

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