SkyView® Lite

SkyView® Lite

Explore the Universe

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1750 reviews
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Released
March 4, 2011
Updated
September 23, 2025

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Identify stars, constellations, satellites, and more by simply pointing your device at the sky. This augmented reality app makes stargazing accessible to everyone, day or night. Explore celestial paths and even travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

✓Identify stars, constellations, and satellites
✓Augmented Reality (AR) stargazing
✓Set reminders for celestial events
✓View sky paths for Sun and Moon
✓Time travel to view past/future skies
✓Capture and share sky images
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What's New in SkyView® Lite

3.8.11

September 23, 2025

Dear Stargazer, This update addresses minor issues. Best, Terminal Eleven

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$0.99

Stargazing Music Pack

5 new space themed songs to enjoy while you stargaze!

Charts

Top Free

📈 61+1

Education

This app rose +1 position in Education chart.

Last updated on October 30, 2026.

User reviews

Don’t listen to the app

Early in the morning, I was in the back of the car and I was looking at the moon. I wanted to know what phase it was in, so I pointed my camera at the moon, it wasn’t there, so I looked up moon, and it told me the moon was behind me, when clearly it wasn’t. This app honestly lies, it told me the sun was in front of me when it is behind me. So, sorry, to whomever, but this app isn’t really trustworthy. 😔
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Lozza

A great app that can be used as a tool to Teach how the universe works and Looks

Do not download

Everyone is saying that this app is amazing but when i download it its said allow your address

It’s worth a try

Check this app out. It is helpful with seeing the approximate location of many objects . I use it a lot of the times before or during viewing sessions.

There is a lite version, too. I just paid the cost and I have been very happy with it for at least a a decade of use.

Designed for identification of objects in the sky. So virtual reality view using camera.

It's a fine simple to use app for identifying objects in the night sky and it shows satellites and spacecraft as well as distant stellar objects. I do wish it let you change the zoom in/out using pinch so can get an overview, or binoculars view, then I would not need another app than this !

I heard on the radio there was to be a "planetary parade" and I wanted to be able to time travel to that evening and see just how long it would be lasting. The date time input is just too long winded to make it usable for this.

Summary: one of the best for identifying a celestial object or finding one by name. May need another general purpose app as well.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes or freezes on some devices

Bug

Outdated information on certain celestial objects

Bug

Compatibility issues with older iOS versions

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more celestial objects like satellites, comets, and nebulae

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Improve compass calibration and location accuracy

Feature

Provide more detailed information and facts about stars/planets

Feature

Integrate with virtual reality for immersive stargazing experience

Feature

Add reminders for upcoming astronomical events

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FAQ

What does SkyView Lite do?

SkyView Lite is an augmented reality app that allows you to identify stars, constellations, satellites, and other celestial objects by simply pointing your device at the sky. It uses your device's camera to precisely spot and identify what you're looking at, day or night.

What are the key features of SkyView Lite?

Key features include the ability to identify celestial objects by pointing your device, setting reminders for celestial events, using augmented reality to spot objects, viewing sky paths for the Sun and Moon, and a 'Time Travel' feature to see the sky on different dates and times. You can also capture and share images of the sky.

Is SkyView Lite free to use?

SkyView Lite is a free version of the app, but it does offer in-app purchases for additional content and features. The full version of the app includes more objects to discover, an Apple Watch app, and a Today Widget.

What devices is SkyView Lite compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It does not require WiFi, a data signal, or GPS to function, making it suitable for use while camping, boating, or flying.

Who would benefit from using SkyView Lite?

This app is ideal for anyone interested in learning about the universe, including amateur astronomers, students, children, and casual stargazers. It's a fun and intuitive way to discover and identify celestial objects in the night sky.