Comparison

SkyORB ∞ Astronomy vs iFox Observatory

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SkyORB ∞ Astronomy

Explore the universe with an interactive 3D star map, real-time celestial positions, and a 14-day schedule of astronomical events. Identify stars and planets using augmented reality and access detailed information about celestial bodies.

Highlights
  • Interactive 3D star map
  • Real-time celestial positions
  • Augmented Reality (AR) identification
  • 14-day astronomical event schedule
  • Detailed planet and celestial body information
  • Time shift feature for celestial events
Features
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SkyORB ∞ — The Premium Version of SkyORB Classic SkyORB ∞ is the premium edition of SkyORB Classic, created for users who want the most complete and refined SkyORB experience. It features better sky maps, more advanced 2D and 3D charts, richer astronomy information, improved navigation, and a modern interface for exploring the night sky. Built on more than 20 years of astronomy app development, SkyORB ∞ brings together interactive 2D and 3D sky maps, real-time planet and star positions, Augmented Reality sky identification, detailed Moon and Sun information, astronomy events, Apple Watch support, and a refined interface optimized for the latest Apple devices. SkyORB ∞ is a one-time purchase with no ads, no subscriptions, and no in-app purchases. Every feature is included. ### Why choose SkyORB ∞? SkyORB Classic makes astronomy accessible to everyone. SkyORB ∞ goes further with clearer and more detailed sky maps, improved stereographic and orbit charts, a cleaner interface, deeper sky information, and premium features designed for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. ### Main Features Explore an interactive 3D sky map with stars, planets, constellations, comets, satellites, and deep-sky objects. Navigate redesigned 2D sky and orbit charts with curved labels, clearer constellation names, smart overlap reduction, panning, automatic framing, and detailed satellite and comet trails. Use Augmented Reality to identify stars, planets, and constellations by pointing your device at the sky. Follow the Sun and Moon with rise and set times, moon phases, and daily sky information for your location. Travel through time to see the sky in the past or future and prepare for upcoming celestial events. Check a 14-day astronomy calendar with Moon phases, planetary events, meteor showers, and other sky highlights. Discover detailed information about planets, the Moon, Messier objects, and famous astronomers. Stay connected with Apple Watch support, including quick access to useful astronomy information from your wrist. Enjoy a modern, refined interface designed for recent iPhone and iPad models. ### Premium, Simple, Yours SkyORB ∞ is made for users who want the best version of SkyORB: more complete, more precise, more comfortable to use, and entirely free from ads, subscriptions, and in-app purchases. Whether you are a casual stargazer, an astronomy enthusiast, or a long-time SkyORB user, SkyORB ∞ gives you a powerful and beautiful way to explore the universe. Upgrade from SkyORB Classic to SkyORB ∞ and enjoy the premium way to discover the night sky.

About

iFox Observatory

Features
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iFox Observatory is a middle-school astronomy and space science lab for curious learners and homeschool families. It is not a wallpaper app, a space news app, or an image browser. It is a hands-on astronomy lab where learners can observe, adjust, compare, and explain what they see. The first version includes: • Moon Phase Lab: drag the Moon and watch lunar phases change • Orbit Simulator: adjust speed and distance to explore orbital motion • Eclipse Lab: arrange the Sun, Earth, and Moon to identify eclipse conditions • Sky Compass: learn azimuth, altitude, and observing direction • Light Spectrum Lab: adjust star temperature and observe color and spectrum changes Each lab includes an interactive visual model, user controls, instant feedback, short explanations, and clear learning goals. Core visuals are original procedural graphics and do not rely on external space images. iFox Observatory is part of the MindKey / iFox Family Learning science series. It helps learners do more than look at space. It helps them learn to explain it. No ads. No third-party tracking. Learning progress is stored locally on the device. Privacy Policy: http://mindkey.xyz/index.php/mindkey/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

SkyORB ∞ Astronomy4 screens
iFox Observatory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: iFox Observatory at Free against SkyORB ∞ Astronomy's $2.99. SkyORB ∞ Astronomy's advantage is device support (5 vs 3). On ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

iFox Observatory is free to download; SkyORB ∞ Astronomy costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SkyORB ∞ Astronomy versus iFox Observatory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyORB ∞ AstronomyiFox Observatory
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size303 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStephane Denis宁 王

In-app purchases

None

SkyORB ∞ Astronomy

No in-app purchases

None

iFox Observatory

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SkyORB ∞ Astronomy free?
SkyORB ∞ Astronomy costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is iFox Observatory free?
iFox Observatory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SkyORB ∞ Astronomy or iFox Observatory have ads?
Neither SkyORB ∞ Astronomy nor iFox Observatory shows ads.

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