Apogee controller vs Celestron LABS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Apogee controller
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Apogee controller app. Allows user to configure and control the Apogee power distribution and control system.
Celestron LABS
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This app needs to be connected to our WiFi camera in order to use itγ 1. Through the app, you can view the real-time video. 2. Through the app, you can record video and photos to phones
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Celestron LABS at 12.0 against Apogee controller's 15.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Apogee controller ships an update every 5 weeks, Celestron LABS every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Apogee controller | Celestron LABS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks β better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arboreal Systems | Shenzhen Joyhonest Technology Co., Ltd |
In-app purchases
Apogee controller
No in-app purchases
Celestron LABS
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Apogee controller free?
Is Celestron LABS free?
Do Apogee controller or Celestron LABS have ads?
Which is updated more often, Apogee controller or Celestron LABS?
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