# Sky Planner: DarkScout — All tools. Moon, clouds & maps

> Astrophotography planning app with sky quality forecasts and observing spot comparisons. (iPhone/iPad app by Sebastian Mraz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-planner-darkscout/id6760223860 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sebastian Mraz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883345914)
- Category: Weather, Photo & Video
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, European Spanish, Italian, Korean, German (Germany), Norwegian Bokmål, Slovak, Finnish, French (France) and 3 more
- Released: 2026-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-10-14
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-planner-darkscout/id6760223860/reviews.md

## What is Sky Planner?

DarkScout is completely free, with no paywalls, trials, or subscription required.

Know whether tonight is worth heading outside. DarkScout brings weather and astronomy together for astrophotographers and night-sky observers.

• Use the full Tonight screen, Planner, Map and Spots, including visible targets and monthly recommendations.
• Save unlimited observing locations, compare spots and plan up to 14 nights ahead.
• Explore the full object catalog, 72-hour cloud-cover maps, horizon profiles, multi-spot alerts, custom thresholds and Red Night Mode.
• Browse and share original-quality astrophotos, save favorites, and join or host observing events with participant chat.
• Use recurring sessions, templates, co-hosts, weather backup plans, custom reminder timing and scheduled announcements.
• Control location privacy, report content and block accounts.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Sky quality tracking
- Observing spot comparison
- Best observing window identification
- Milky Way visibility and direction
- Offline forecast fallback
- Home screen widget

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly PRO | $2.49 | per month |
| Yearly PRO | $14.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sky-planner-darkscout/id6760223860/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 5 stars

*2026-03-27*

Very helpful for planning! Excited for future updates and features!

## Frequently asked questions about Sky Planner

### What is the Astro Score in DarkScout?

The Astro Score provides a rating for each observing spot, helping you quickly assess its suitability for astrophotography based on various sky quality factors.

### Does DarkScout offer offline access?

Yes, DarkScout provides a forecast and astronomy snapshots with offline fallback, ensuring you can access essential planning data even without an internet connection.

### What features are included in DarkScout PRO?

DarkScout PRO unlocks unlimited saved spots, a 7-day planning range, an any-date planner, multi-spot notifications, custom alert thresholds, and a red night mode for better visibility.

### How much does DarkScout PRO cost?

DarkScout PRO offers a monthly subscription for $2.49 or a yearly subscription for $14.99, providing extended planning capabilities and features.

### What devices is DarkScout available on?

DarkScout is currently supported on iPhone devices, allowing users to plan their astrophotography sessions on the go.

### What is the age rating for DarkScout?

DarkScout has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in astronomy and photography.

### How often is DarkScout updated?

DarkScout was last updated on March 25, 2026, with version 26.3.10, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### Does DarkScout have ads?

No, DarkScout does not contain advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted planning experience for users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 27.10.11 — 2026-10-12

Version 27.10.11

Fixed account recovery after moving to a new phone. Sign in with Apple remains available when Settings cannot load, and forecasts refresh after successful sign-in.

Updated the location permission explanation: Continue opens the iOS prompt when permission has not been decided. You can allow or deny access there.

### 27.10.10 — 2026-10-05

Version 27.10.10

Every DarkScout feature is now free for everyone. Use the complete planner, maps, unlimited spots, object catalog, alerts, photo sharing and event host toolkit without a purchase. Your saved data remains available.

### 27.9.11 — 2026-09-12

Fixed the startup choice for optional analytics and added optional crash reporting to help diagnose stability issues. You can manage both choices independently in Settings. Existing privacy choices, subscriptions and app access are preserved.

### 27.9.10 — 2026-09-11

Version 27.9.10

• Start with Tonight at your current location: go/no-go guidance and conditions, plus Community.
• Discover DarkScout PRO during onboarding. Eligible Apple accounts can try PRO free for 7 days.
• Unlock Planner, Map, Spots and the full Tonight experience with PRO.
• Improved object thumbnails and detail images, including Moon and planet images.
• Community refresh handles interrupted requests and filter changes more reliably.
• Added 16 observing recommendations for September 2026.

Existing installations retain their previous access. Active subscriptions remain valid.

### 27.7.10 — 2026-07-23

Version 27.7.10 makes every observing decision clearer.

NEW
• Open a detailed 12-hour cloud-cover map from Tonight and Spot Details
• Astro Score and hourly decisions now account for rainfall
• Share images and observing events with links that open directly in DarkScout
• Open joined event chats from one dedicated chat list

IMPROVED
• Missing forecast retries and pull-to-refresh now fetch again and clear when recovered
• App data refreshes automatically when DarkScout opens
• Pure-black iOS 26 Liquid Glass polish across cards, controls, paywall, and planning flows

ALSO UPDATED
• New app icon and launch screen
• Updated translations in all 13 languages
• Recommended by us stays current for this month

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