StarrySkyVideo vs SkyPlanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
StarrySkyVideo
Capture stunning night sky videos with ultra-high sensitivity. This app synthesizes up to 10 images per frame to create bright, detailed star trajectory videos, even in low light. Record for extended periods and adjust playback speed for dynamic celestial views.
- Ultra-high sensitivity night sky video
- Comparative brightness synthesis
- Adjustable recording time (5 mins to 5 hours)
- Adjustable playback speed (10x to 300x)
- Automatic shutter interval setting
- Save partial recordings on cancellation
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This app is an ultra high sensitivity video application and can take pictures of the trajectories of stars moving in the night sky. Each frame of video is created as a bright image created by comparative brightness synthesis of up to 10 images. (Comparative brightness synthesis is a standard technique for taking beautiful starry sky photographs.) You can take video of the starry sky for a long time (5 minutes to 5 hours) and take pictures of the stars moving around the North Star along with the rotation of the earth. This is not just time lapse. Since it takes pictures with ultra-high sensitivity one by one, it takes video brightly even in the dark night. (Because shooting with compressed time, it will be fast-forwarded.) We recommend that fix the smartphone with a tripod etc. · Brightness: From brightness in the daytime, brightness suitable for night view, and even brightness to capture the starry sky can be specified continuously. · Recording time: It can be specified consecutively from minimum 5 minutes to 300 minutes (5 hours). · The time lapse interval (shutter interval) is automatically set and displayed from the brightness setting value. · The playback speed magnification can be specified continuously from 10 times to 300 times. The larger the magnification, the less the playback time. · Frame rate and playback time at playback are automatically calculated and displayed. If you cancel while photographing, it saves the video taken until then. Still images are saved at intervals of 10 frames of video.
SkyPlanner
This app helps astrophotographers plan their imaging sessions by providing personalized celestial target recommendations based on real-world horizons and sky conditions. It analyzes over 4,000 deep sky objects and planets, factoring in visibility, moon phase, and personal imaging history to suggest the best targets for any clear night.
- Personalized target recommendations
- Real-world horizon mapping
- Smart celestial object rankings
- Yearly visibility charts
- Integration time estimates
- 4,000+ deep sky objects
- Real-time sky conditions
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SkyPlanner: Your Personal Astrophotography Planner Stop guessing what's worth imaging tonight. SkyPlanner combines your real-world horizon with a massive celestial database to deliver personalized, ranked target recommendations, so every clear night counts. YOUR SKY. NOT SOMEONE ELSE'S. Most planning tools assume a perfect horizon. Your backyard doesn't have one. SkyPlanner uses your phone's camera to capture your actual horizon profile, including trees, rooftops, and hills, at each of your imaging locations. Every recommendation, every visibility window, every integration time estimate is calculated against your obstructions, not a textbook sphere. SMART RANKINGS. BETTER NIGHTS. SkyPlanner's ranking engine analyzes over 4,000 deep sky objects and surfaces the best targets for your specific date, location, and sky conditions. It factors in: Visibility window duration from your location - Moon phase and angular separation - Object altitude and atmospheric seeing - Seasonal peak imaging windows - Your personal imaging history New to an object? SkyPlanner flags targets you haven't imaged yet and surfaces ones you may never have considered. PLAN AHEAD. IMAGE SMARTER. Don't wait for clear skies to start planning. SkyPlanner's yearly visibility charts show you exactly when each object peaks from your location, so you can schedule sessions weeks in advance and never miss the optimal imaging window for a target again. Available integration time is calculated for any object, on any date, from any of your saved locations. EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE - 4,000+ deep sky objects with detailed data - Planets with apparent size, magnitude, and event tracking (oppositions, elongations) - Integrated real-time sky conditions (cloud cover, atmospheric transparency, and seeing) displayed across your entire observing night - Monthly planner with moon phase calendar and high-illumination warnings - Full search with Messier, NGC, IC, and common name support - Save favorites, log imaged objects, and add personal notes to any target SKYPLANNER PRO Take your sessions further with an optional Pro subscription: - AI-powered target descriptions tailored to your specific equipment - Personalized imaging and processing tips based on your camera, telescope, and skill level - Advanced ranking controls to tune recommendations to your preferences Whether you're imaging from a light-polluted suburb or a dark-sky site, SkyPlanner Pro gives you expert-level guidance without the guesswork. SkyPlanner is designed for astrophotographers of all experience levels, from first-light imagers to seasoned deep sky veterans. It’s a big universe. Make your plan. Privacy Policy: https://www.optickstudios.com/skyplanner-privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: SkyPlanner at 100% against StarrySkyVideo's 0%. SkyPlanner also leads on chart position (#179 vs unranked). StarrySkyVideo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
StarrySkyVideo costs $0.99 and SkyPlanner $1.99 up front. SkyPlanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. StarrySkyVideo asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | StarrySkyVideo | SkyPlanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 — better | $1.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Best chart rank | — | #179 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 63 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HIROFUMI MARUO | Opticks Studios LLC |
Customer experience
StarrySkyVideo
SkyPlanner
In-app purchases
StarrySkyVideo
No in-app purchases
SkyPlanner
- SkyPlanner Pro$4.991 Month
- SkyPlanner Pro$49.991 Year








