# Celestron Origin vs SkyPlanner

The clearest difference is price: Celestron Origin at Free against SkyPlanner's $1.99. Celestron Origin also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (28 vs 2). SkyPlanner's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.2) and chart position (#125 vs unranked). On review sentiment, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Celestron Origin is free to download; SkyPlanner costs $1.99 up front. SkyPlanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Celestron Origin asks for nothing beyond the download.

SkyPlanner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Celestron Origin has 28 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Celestron Origin's written reviews are positive against 100% of SkyPlanner's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Celestron Origin | SkyPlanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.2 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celestron-origin/id1523697872/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skyplanner/id6746670384/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **28** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 92.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#125** |
| Size | 980 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **18.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Celestron, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/445142854) | [Opticks Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817807971) |

## What reviewers say

### Celestron Origin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celestron-origin/id1523697872)

This app redefines stargazing and astroimaging with AI-powered real-time stacking and processing. Explore the cosmos through a user-friendly planetarium interface, easily locate celestial objects, and share stunning images with others.

**Highlights:** AI-powered real-time image stacking, User-friendly planetarium interface, Compass mode for sky navigation, Tonight's Best celestial object list, Simultaneous streaming to multiple devices, Audio presentations for celestial objects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SkyPlanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skyplanner/id6746670384)

**Currently charting:** #125 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SkyPlanner Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| SkyPlanner Pro | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Celestron Origin free?

Celestron Origin is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SkyPlanner free?

SkyPlanner costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Celestron Origin or SkyPlanner?

SkyPlanner is rated higher. Celestron Origin averages 4.2 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while SkyPlanner averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Celestron Origin or SkyPlanner have ads?

Neither Celestron Origin nor SkyPlanner shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*