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SkyView®

SkyView®

Explore the Universe

7.7K ratings
594 reviews
#2 in paid Education
📚 Education
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$2.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 10, 2010
  • May 2, 2025

Developer

Terminal Eleven LLC
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About

Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites by simply pointing your device at the sky. This app uses augmented reality to guide you and provides information on celestial objects, upcoming events, and even allows you to travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

✓Identify stars, planets, and satellites with AR
✓Discover all 88 constellations
✓Schedule alerts for celestial events
✓Night mode for preserving vision
✓Time travel to view past/future skies
✓Capture and share celestial images
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of SkyView®. Based on 7.7K reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🔭Helpful for stargazing and identifying celestial objects
  • 🌌Provides a lot of information about the night sky
  • 🎶Relaxing background music
  • 🤩Amazed by the app's capabilities
  • 🧠Great learning tool for astronomy
  • 🔍Useful for finding and tracking planets, satellites, and space debris

Negative things

  • 🐛Calibration issues and inaccurate compass
  • 🤷‍♀️Missing some celestial objects like comets and the James Webb Space Telescope
  • 🌌Constellation overlays can be obstructive
  • 🙈Showing stars/planets on walls/floors even when not present
  • 📱Compatibility issues on certain devices
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What's New in SkyView®

3.8.7

May 2, 2025

Dear Stargazer, This version fixes the camera snapshot issue occurring on latest versions of iOS. Best, Terminal Eleven

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Top Paid

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The app has maintained its position at 2 recently.

Last updated on August 6, 2026.

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📊 24

Global

The app has maintained its position at 24 recently.

Last updated on August 6, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Directional issues

Please tell me how the moon is North according to this app but I literally see it West….
ViviancamperViviancamper

Calibration Wrong

I have tried to recalibrate both automatic & manual. Allowed it to use my location & it is way off! Very frustrating & annoying!
MarssadeeMarssadee

Best iPhone sky app

I have had this app for years now and I want to encourage others to buy it it truly is brilliant
Cashmere DanCashmere Dan

USE THIS APP!

This app is the best space app ever. I got to say it has some bugs but overall it is the best.
Unthinkable1234Unthinkable1234

Amazing but a few things

What I love about this app is how you can point your phone at any location and see where a star or a planet or anything will end up in X amount of minutes. I also love how you can use your camera to make sure your calibrated well enough.

This app is cool and it is good for viewing all sorts of things but it already costs money and it has a second satellite purchase thing and it could be a hassle for some people so maybe include the satellite purchase with this or lower the price on either one.

Second, try adding the James Webb Telescope to this app because you have Hubble and the ISS on here. I saw another guy complain about this too. Other than these it’s a great app and it’s great for viewing the night sky.

Suggestions:
-Maybe add a constellation checklist to keep you looking at the night sky.
-Improve the UI a bit and add IPhone widgets.
-Add a checklist for all kinds of things to spy on.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Freezing and crashing issues

Bug

Compass and orientation problems

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when switching between automatic and manual calibration

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Requested Features

6 requests

Add more celestial objects like comets, dwarf planets, and the James Webb Space Telescope

Feature

Improve calibration and compass accuracy

Feature

Add option to hide constellation overlays

Feature

Implement a feature to track the International Space Station and other satellites

Feature

Add a widget for quick access to sky information

Feature

Improve support for older devices and iOS versions

Feature

FAQ

What does the SkyView® app do?

SkyView® is an augmented reality app that allows users to identify celestial objects in the sky. By pointing your device at the sky, the app can identify stars, constellations, planets, satellites, and more. It's designed to make stargazing accessible to everyone, whether you're an experienced astronomer or a beginner.

What are the key features of SkyView®?

Key features include the ability to identify thousands of celestial objects using your device's camera, discover all 88 constellations, schedule alerts for upcoming celestial events, and use a night mode to preserve your night vision. The app also offers 'Time Travel' to view the sky on different dates and times, and allows you to capture and share images of the sky.

Is SkyView® free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is available for free. There are no mentions of subscription fees or paid features, and it is indicated that the app does not have in-app purchases or ads.

What devices is SkyView® compatible with?

The app is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It also offers features for Apple Watch and a Today Widget for iOS 8, indicating a focus on the Apple ecosystem.

Can I use SkyView® without an internet connection?

Yes, WiFi is NOT required for SkyView® to function. The app does not require a data signal or GPS to operate, making it suitable for use while camping, boating, or in other locations where connectivity may be limited.