# Sky Live: Heavens Above Viewer — Watch Skies: Stargazing App

> Stargazing planner with weather, visibility, and celestial event information. (iPhone/iPad app by Vito Technology Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-live-heavens-above-viewer/id693905898 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vito Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/289641503)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 14,705 App Store ratings · 377 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 85 MB
- Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Korean, European Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Russian
- Released: 2013-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-live-heavens-above-viewer/id693905898/reviews.md

## What is Sky Live?

Sky Live is a great app for planning the star observations and for making gorgeous photos of the starry night sky. Lots of astronomers and night sky photographers worldwide have chosen the app to help them in planning their nights out for watching stars, planets and constellations.

All necessary info is available at once: what planets, bright stars and constellations will be above the horizon at night, what the weather is like, what the visibility score is, and much more. After setting the location you can check the stargazing index for the whole week ahead and learn the best time for the night out. 

The unique index for stargazing conditions is calculated hourly and renews each time you start the app. The index depends on the following criteria:

- Weather forecast
- Light Pollution
- Visible objects
- The Moonlight​

The Sky Live app works in pair with Star Walk 2 that means you can see the chosen object in the sky and check more info about its’ path through the night sky. Sky Live also has an Apple Watch extension to alert you of upcoming astronomical events and tell you what’s going on in the sky over your location at the moment, e.g. ISS flyby or bright Iridium flare.

"For stargazers, Sky Live is exactly the app we've always needed to find out just how much of the stars we can see at night and when we'll be able to see our favourite constellations and planets." by Nathan Snelgrove, AppStorm.net.

Stunning space photos combined with everything you need to know about stargazing conditions for your location tonight. Stargazer or not - this app will spark your curiosity. 

The most accurate hourly conditions for stargazing are estimated on seven criteria and summarized in one Stargazing Index that will give you all the information you need to make your plans. The formula was developed by a mathematician on the Star Walk team and takes into account: 

- Is there anything interesting in the sky tonight? 
- Can I see Saturn? 
- Is it going to be cloudy? 
- Is it going to rain? 
- Too much light? 
- Is the Moon too bright for stargazing? 

You will also get detailed reports on position and trajectory of the International Space Station, the Sun, the Moon, Jupiter and other planets. The forecast is available for seven days ahead.

## Key features

- Hourly stargazing index
- Weather forecast integration
- Light pollution data
- Moonlight impact assessment
- Visible planets and constellations
- ISS and satellite tracking
- Apple Watch extension

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Sky Live?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌟 Useful for stargazing and astronomy
- 🔭 Provides information on sky conditions and visibility
- 🌌 Beautiful images and visuals
- 🕰️ Accurate in predicting sky conditions

**Cons**

- 🌐 Limited location options
- 💰 Paywall for full features
- 🕰️ Inaccurate or outdated sky condition forecasts
- 🔍 Difficult to manually search for locations

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Widget not refreshing with latest data

**Most requested features**

- Add more location options
- Improve location search functionality
- Provide hourly sky condition updates
- Integrate with other astronomy apps and tools

## Recent user reviews (10 of 377)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-live-heavens-above-viewer/id693905898/reviews.md

### 2/5 — What ?????

*2026-07-02, version 1.2.4*

It says the night sky is great so I go outside and the seeing is terrible

### 3/5 — Not very accurate

*2026-06-10, version 1.2.4*

I like the app to see the cloud cover by hour. But it’s often very inaccurate. For instance right now I have an 83% on the app and in the middle of a thunderstorm.

### 2/5 — Infrequent

*2026-05-11, version 1.2.4*

The apps forecasts would be incorrect for the area that I was in.

### 5/5 — One happy person

*2026-04-27, version 1.2.4*

Made up I found very helpful 👍🙂

### 5/5 — Sehr gut strukturiert

*2026-01-23*

Die App bietet mir alles was ich wissen muss bzgl. des Wetters.

### 5/5 — One happy person

*2026-01-13, version 1.2.4*

Just joined today it’s great

### 1/5 — Nicht zuverlässig

*2025-12-18*

Leider stimmt die Prognose selten. Bei heftigstem Nebel liegt die Prognose bei über 70%. Bei wolkenlosem Himmel bei 17%.Zumindest für mich, somit nicht wirklich brauchbar. Ein Blick in den Himmel bringt mir mehr.
Edit: Heute ist mal wieder ein fantastisches Beispiel. Laut APP mit 80% gut. Allerdings ist hier Nebel, dass man kaum 30 m sehen kann.

### 5/5 — Simple and great

*2025-11-27, version 1.2.4*

A shame it’s not updated anymore. Would be nice to have it show Bortle score

### 1/5 — Disappointing results in what sky I am actually seeing vs what the app reports

*2025-11-13, version 1.2.4*

App reporting excellent conditions… yet I go outside and see clouds all over… not the only app… not sure where the app gets their data but it is not too accurate

### 1/5 — Trust your eyes

*2025-10-20, version 1.2.4*

As others have said, this appused to be decent.  Now it is junk.  Star gazing is good at 87% and I can only see a star or 2 through the clouds?  When uselessness takes up space, it is not worth keeping.

## Frequently asked questions about Sky Live

### What does Sky Live do?

Sky Live helps you plan your stargazing sessions and capture beautiful photos of the night sky. It provides essential information like weather forecasts, visibility scores, and a unique hourly stargazing index to help you determine the best times for observation.

### What are the key features of Sky Live?

Key features include an hourly stargazing index calculated based on weather, light pollution, visible objects, and moonlight. It also provides detailed reports on planets, constellations, and the International Space Station, with a seven-day forecast and an Apple Watch extension for alerts.

### Is Sky Live free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering core functionalities for planning your stargazing. Additional features or content may be available through in-app purchases.

### What kind of information does the stargazing index provide?

The stargazing index is an hourly estimation of viewing conditions, considering factors like weather forecast, light pollution levels, the number of visible celestial objects, and the phase of the moon. This consolidated score helps you quickly assess the best opportunities for observing the night sky.

### Can I use Sky Live to see what's in the sky right now?

Yes, the app provides real-time information about what planets, bright stars, and constellations are currently above the horizon for your location. It also offers detailed reports on the position and trajectory of celestial bodies and satellites like the ISS.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.4 — 2018-03-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

+NEW! iPhone X, 8 and 8 Plus full support! The app is updated for the new devices and can be used safely
+Fixed minor bugs

### 1.2.3 — 2016-10-03

- iOS 10 ready
- New calendar events added
- Widget updated
- Apple Watch app updated
- Minor bugs fixed

### 1.2.2 — 2016-04-29

Fixed a few bugs:
- light pollution index fixed
- layout for widget and watch app
- localizations for push notifications
- list of astronauts for ISS

### 1.2.1 — 2016-03-10

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.2.0 — 2016-02-24

- New background pictures
- Calendar of celestial events for 2016
- Bug fixes: index, sunset and sunrise time, crashes, location issues in polar circle

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