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AstroGuide - Astrophotography

AstroGuide - Astrophotography

better plans for astro imaging

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  • Released
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  • June 11, 2026
  • August 13, 2026

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chris hollander
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Plan your astrophotography sessions with detailed insights into weather, moonlight, and sky conditions. Optimize your observing time and learn from past sessions to improve your imaging.

✓Weather and moonlight analysis
✓Sky brightness and visibility assessment
✓Local obstruction and equipment fit checks
✓Subject timing and path preview
✓Site-specific horizon planning
✓Session efficiency and diagnostics
✓Capture Studio framing comparison
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What's New in AstroGuide

1.4.0

August 13, 2026

Paste-ready: Version 1.4 marks a major milestone for AstroGuide: Solar System Mode. AstroGuide’s planning tools now extend beyond deep-sky objects to help you understand the Moon, planets, comets, meteor showers, and close encounters as part of the same sky you observe from your own back yard. - Planetary Mode is now Solar System Mode, with new Lunar, Meteors, and Comets sections. - Lunar Mode adds moonlight timing, phase-cycle planning, full-moon cycle names, eclipse details, and Moon close encounters with deep-sky subjects. - Comet Mode adds curated comet browsing, orbit and tail geometry, sky-path previews, and close-encounter context. - Meteor showers now include active-window highlighting, date scrubbing, orbital context, and bookmark support. - Upcoming Events and Recent Bookmarks make Solar System events easier to save, revisit, and use while planning. - Site Visibility sharing, catalog aliases, Telescope Workshop equipment, metadata handling, launch behavior, and Solar System detail views have all been improved.

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Really like this app

I’m still learning it but what I see so far I really like. One request: Could you add Celestron 6SE to the list of owned equipment? Thanks a ton!
mtbadgermtbadger

Response from developer

hi! happy to hear you're enjoying AstroGuide :) the Celestron 6SE is an excellent telescope, especially when paired with a great imaging camera. I had originally included a few Celestron telescope models in my "Smart Telescope" as placeholders, but since they don't have built in optics, it's not the best fit to include them in that category. I've added it for convenience, but a much broader selection of telescopes is now available in the Telescope Workshop, which lets you assemble an imaging rig by combining OTAs and Cameras to more accurately reproduce your imaging setup. This lets the app more faithfully create a Field of View simulator, and calculate other attributes of your equipment. I would be happy to help more; please reach out via email, or use the other support options listed at Https://AstroGuide.space

I’m a new astrophotographer…

… and even with my limited knowledge of the hobby, this app is incredibly helpful. Just the forecasting alone (cloud cover, dew point, lunar phase) helps me plan my evenings, but then the ability to sort objects by whether they will be a good target for my particular smart telescope (Seestar S30 Pro) lets me optimize those evenings. There’s a lot of information but it’s displayed pleasingly and with a great eye for design. Looking forward to future updates and to get even more out of this app.
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onetimeposteronetimeposter

Objects search page needs performance optimization

The main "Tonight" page loads just fine and scrolls great. But the moment you hit the search bar and look for objects a bunch of images load and the app slows to a crawl and becomes unusable on a 17 Pro Max.

I like the concept. I like the tonight view is very useful. I like that I can search and filter objects nicer than otherwise. But I need it to not slow down so much. I've tried all 3 settings of image fetch protection and it doesn't help.
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Killick9001Killick9001

Response from developer

Thank you very much for this feedback! I have been testing these areas of the app using a variety of devices, under a variety of network conditions, and have recently implemented fixes that should result in improvements. Please evaluate the latest version of the app (1.3.4), and let me know if these issues are addressed. You can contact me via the Support Url or Email address, I’m more than happy to help if needed. Clear Skies!

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FAQ

What is AstroGuide?

AstroGuide is a planning and learning companion designed for smart telescope owners and astrophotographers. It helps users understand various environmental factors like weather, moonlight, and sky brightness to plan more effective observing sessions.

Is AstroGuide free to use?

Core planning features of AstroGuide are available for free. An optional subscription, AstroGuide Pro, unlocks advanced planning tools, including Capture Studio and multiple equipment kits.

What devices does AstroGuide support?

AstroGuide is supported on iPhone and iPad devices, offering a comprehensive planning experience for mobile users.

How does AstroGuide help with planning observing sessions?

AstroGuide analyzes factors such as weather, moonlight, sky brightness, local obstructions, equipment fit, and subject timing to provide a comprehensive assessment of the night's potential. It helps users determine the best observing hours and plan around their specific site and equipment.

Can AstroGuide be used offline?

The provided description does not specify offline functionality. However, it focuses on planning based on real-time and predicted environmental data, which may require an internet connection for certain features.

What kind of learning features does AstroGuide offer?

AstroGuide provides charts, tips, recommendations, sky views, and diagnostics to explain the 'why' behind planning decisions. It also offers insights from session efficiency, image metrics, and diagnostics to help users learn and improve.

How often is AstroGuide updated?

The latest version, 1.3.2, was released on June 22, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Users can expect updates to enhance features and address any issues.

What is the age rating for AstroGuide?

AstroGuide has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in astrophotography.