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Sky Guide

Sky Guide

Star gaze constellation finder

369K ratings
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Fifth Star Labs LLC
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Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites in real-time by holding your device overhead. Explore celestial bodies with AR overlays, track satellites like the ISS, and travel through time to view past and future astronomical events. Perfect for both novice and experienced stargazers.

✓Automatic celestial object identification
✓Augmented reality sky overlay
✓Satellite tracking and notifications
✓Time travel for past/future viewing
✓Personalized astronomical event calendar
✓Offline functionality
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Sky Guide. Based on 369K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 🌟Stunning visuals and graphics
  • 📚Wealth of information on celestial objects
  • 🧭Accurate and responsive compass/AR features
  • 🌌Immersive stargazing experience
  • 🔍Ability to identify stars, planets, and satellites
  • 🌃Helpful for planning stargazing and astrophotography
  • 🎶Relaxing and atmospheric background music
  • 🗓️Notifications for upcoming celestial events

Negative things

  • 🧭Occasional compass/location calibration issues
  • 💰Subscription model limits access to some features
  • 🌍Lack of support for certain regions/locations
  • 🕰️Outdated information on some celestial objects
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What's New in Sky Guide

12.2.2

August 6, 2026

Bug fixes and performance improvements

Subscription plans

PRO

The ultimate experience in mobile astronomy.

$8.991 Month
Price Updates
August 25, 2026→$8.99
May 27, 2026→$8.99
May 27, 2026→$8.99
March 9, 2026→$8.99
June 5, 2024→$6.99
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In-App Purchases

$1.99

All Constellations

Art and stories for all 88 constellations

Charts

Top Free

📉 3-1

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This app dropped -1 position in Reference chart.

Last updated on August 28, 2026.

Top Grossing

📉 19-3

Reference

This app dropped -3 positions in Reference chart.

Last updated on August 28, 2026.

Events

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Total Solar Eclipse 2026

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Aug 12, 2026 — Aug 12, 2026

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Discover this month's night sky wonders

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One of the top five apps on my iPhone for the last several years.
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Fabulous

Great Sky app!
pleasse!pleasse!

Gateway to the stars

Honestly, this app is like having a planetarium in your hand. Now when I see an interesting object in the sky, I no longer have to wonder what it is.
yoyonoobsyoyonoobs

Most wonderful stargazing app

I’ve tried other apps and nothing even compares to the Sky Guide even their premium plan. It’s so great.
Jeffgo24Jeffgo24

I love Sky Guide

Every time I wanna look at the planet and see which one is shining so brightly, I can use my Sky Guide!
Rebeca EigenRebeca Eigen
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

App freezes when near polar regions

Bug

Occasional crashes or performance issues

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more detailed information on moons of planets

Feature

Implement mosaic planning tools for astrophotography

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Provide earlier notifications for satellite/ISS passes

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Allow users to share their observations and photos

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Improve integration with telescope/camera equipment

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FAQ

What does Sky Guide do?

Sky Guide helps you identify celestial objects in the night sky. By holding your device up, it automatically recognizes stars, constellations, planets, and satellites. It uses augmented reality to overlay these figures onto your view of the real sky, making it easy to visualize and learn about the heavens.

What are the key features of Sky Guide?

Key features include automatic identification of celestial bodies, an AR mode for visualizing the sky, satellite tracking with notifications (like for the ISS), time travel controls to view past and future astronomical events, and a personalized calendar for events like eclipses. It also functions offline without Wi-Fi, cellular service, or GPS.

Is Sky Guide free to use?

The application is free to download and use, offering core stargazing functionalities. However, it does include in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or content may require an additional purchase to unlock.

Can I use Sky Guide without an internet connection?

Yes, Sky Guide is designed to function with or without Wi-Fi, cellular service, or GPS. This makes it ideal for use in remote locations like camping trips where connectivity might be limited, ensuring you always have access to its features.

Who is Sky Guide for?

This app is for anyone curious about the night sky, regardless of their experience level. Whether you're a beginner wanting to identify constellations or an experienced stargazer looking for detailed information and tracking capabilities, Sky Guide offers an accessible and powerful tool.