Planet Pointer: Star Finder
Identify constellations & ISS
About
This app transforms your phone into a portable celestial guide. Easily locate planets, stars, constellations, and satellites with on-screen directional cues. Identify unknown celestial objects by pointing your camera and receiving detailed information.
What's New in Planet Pointer
1.6.0
October 17, 2026
- NEW · All 110 Messier objects, with their catalogue numbers — search “M42” - 143 named stars, up from 33 - “What’s that?” now labels the satellites you can actually see right now - Time Travel: tap the date to jump to any day and time - Satellites count as visible only when your eye can see them
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
$4.99
Planet Pointer Pro
Every star, satellite & constellation. One-time.
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FAQ
What celestial objects can Planet Pointer help me find?
Planet Pointer can help you find the Sun, Moon, all 7 planets, 33 bright stars, all 88 constellations, deep sky objects like nebulae and galaxies, and live satellites including the ISS and Starlink. It also provides rise, transit, and set times for these objects.
Does Planet Pointer require an internet connection to work?
No, the core features of Planet Pointer are accurate and offline. Positions are calculated on your device using a precise astronomy engine, with true-north correction. An internet connection is not needed for basic identification and navigation of celestial bodies.
How does Planet Pointer identify unknown objects in the sky?
In Identify Mode, you can point your camera at something in the sky and tap it. The app provides the most likely object with a match percentage, along with any other possibilities. It is designed to give confident answers based on its accuracy.
What are the "Pro" features in Planet Pointer?
The "Pro" version of Planet Pointer includes features like Time Travel, allowing you to shift the sky forward or back in time to see future or past positions of celestial objects. It also unlocks additional languages for translated names.
Is Planet Pointer suitable for beginners?
Yes, Planet Pointer is designed to be simple, focused, and accurate. It provides clear on-screen arrows and guide lines to help you aim your phone at your target, and confirms when you are locked on with a gentle vibration.
Does Planet Pointer have ads?
No, Planet Pointer does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for Pro features.
What languages does Planet Pointer support?
Planet Pointer has 13 languages built-in, with an additional 66 languages available for download with the Pro version, totaling 79 languages. This includes translated names for planets, stars, and constellations.
How often is Planet Pointer updated?
The latest version of Planet Pointer is 1.6.0, which was last updated on October 17, 2026. The release date was October 8, 2026, indicating frequent updates.
