Comparison

SkyORB Classic Astronomy vs Constellation Map mobile

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

Head to head
About

SkyORB Classic Astronomy

Explore the cosmos with a 3D planetarium and real-time celestial event tracking. Identify stars and planets using your device's sensors and AR, and receive notifications for upcoming astronomical phenomena. Access detailed information and simulations from any location.

Highlights
  • 3D star map and planetarium
  • Real-time planet orbits
  • AR night sky identification
  • Celestial event notifications
  • Universal search for celestial objects
  • Moon phase tracking
  • Worldwide sky simulations
Features
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Unleash the power of the universe with SkyORB, your all-in-one astronomy companion. Explore the stars, planets, and celestial events like never before. Discover the wonders of the cosmos and stay informed about astronomical phenomena. Why Choose SkyORB? Astronomy at Your Fingertips: SkyORB is a lightweight and fast astronomy app designed to put the universe in the palm of your hand. With a 3D star map, a feature-packed planetarium, ephemeris with notifications, and much more, it's your gateway to the cosmos. Real-Time 3D Universe: Immerse yourself in a breathtaking 3D representation of our solar system. Watch as planets orbit the sun in real-time. Zoom in for a closer look at the planets or zoom out to explore the entire Milky Way. Explore the Night Sky: SkyORB brings the night sky to life. Use your device to point at a star or planet, and our app will identify it for you. Whether you rely on GPS positioning, compass orientation, gyroscope data, or ARKit, we've got you covered. Stay Informed: Keep track of comets and satellites with updates from the web. Stay on top of celestial events with personalized ephemeris that covers the next 60 days. Whether it's the peak of a meteor shower or a planetary elongation, we'll make sure you're in the know. Universal Search: Looking for a specific celestial object? Our universal search engine lets you find everything from constellations and planets to space probes and more with just a few keystrokes. Moon Phases: SkyORB provides moon phase information, including rise and set times. Explore the moon's changing faces and understand its impact on the night sky. Worldwide Simulations: Simulate the night sky from any location on Earth or even from other planets like Mars. SkyORB Classic lets you explore the universe from wherever you are. Notifications: Receive local notifications for significant astronomical events like planet visibility, full and new moons, and eclipses. Plus, get the latest astronomy news delivered right to your device. Upgrade to SkyORB Premium and Unlock Even More: Ad-Free Experience: Say goodbye to ads and enjoy uninterrupted stargazing. Enhanced Planetarium: Go full-screen in planetarium mode, unlocking more views. Extended Information: Get more details on moon phases and ephemeris. Comprehensive Search: Unlock the full potential of our search engine. Multi-Device Access: Access your premium features on all your devices connected to your account with iOS cloud storage. And Much More: Enjoy a host of additional premium features. Apple Watch Support: Now you can explore the cosmos right from your wrist with vocal search, digital crown functionality, an equation of time complication, and standalone use. Upgrade and Renewal: The 12-month Premium Membership automatically renews, ensuring uninterrupted access to premium features. Manage your subscription in your iTunes account settings. Step into the world of astronomy with SkyORB. Download it today and embark on your cosmic journey. The universe is waiting

About

Constellation Map mobile

Explore the night sky by pointing your device upwards. Identify stars, constellations, and planets with detailed information. View celestial bodies below the horizon and track planetary orbits.

Highlights
  • Identify stars, constellations, and planets
  • View celestial bodies below the horizon
  • Track planetary orbits
  • Display over 100 bright stars and objects
  • Zoom and pan with touch gestures
  • Toggle display of constellation lines and names
Features
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Simply point your device towards the sky and this application will display the names of the stars, constellations and planets. You can check the orbital position of the planet in the solar system on a separate screen. You can also display stars below the horizon. You can display the names of about 100 bright stars, constellations, ecliptic, celestial equator, Deep Sky Objects, ISS, Celestial pole, and so on. You can enlarge or reduce the display by spreading or narrowing (pinch operation) with two fingers. Toggle display / non-display of constellation line, name etc. with double touch.

Screenshots

SkyORB Classic Astronomy4 screens
Constellation Map mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Constellation Map mobile at 86% against SkyORB Classic Astronomy's 54%. Constellation Map mobile also leads on ratings volume (4.6K vs 24) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. SkyORB Classic Astronomy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year and Constellation Map mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Constellation Map mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Constellation Map mobile has 4.6K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of SkyORB Classic Astronomy's written reviews are positive against 86% of Constellation Map mobile's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SkyORB Classic Astronomy ships an update every 2 months, Constellation Map mobile every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SkyORB Classic Astronomy versus Constellation Map mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSkyORB Classic AstronomyConstellation Map mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (24 ratings)4.7 (4.6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews86.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings244.6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStephane Denissiranet GK

Customer experience

SkyORB Classic Astronomy

All ratings24 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews299 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral15.4%
Negative30.8%

Constellation Map mobile

All ratings4,603 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral3.5%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews455 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral3.3%
Negative10.3%

User reviews

SkyORB Classic Astronomy

From 24 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Great app for stargazing
  • 🔍 Useful for identifying stars, planets, and constellations
  • 📅 Helpful calendar of astronomical events
  • 🌍 Accurate representation of the night sky

Room to improve

  • 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive interface
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🔍 Inaccurate or missing information
  • 🔌 Drains battery quickly

Constellation Map mobile

From 4.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Accurate star/planet mapping
  • 💡 Helpful for beginners and experts
  • 🌟 Great for stargazing and astrophotography
  • 🌙 Useful moon phase and solar orbit information

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Alignment/calibration issues
  • 🔀 Reversed/incorrect orientation
  • 🔍 Difficulty locating specific celestial objects
  • 💻 Compatibility problems on some devices

Bugs and requests

SkyORB Classic Astronomy

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Compass and orientation issues
  • Inconsistent behavior across devices
  • Incorrect or outdated celestial data
  • Persistent login and subscription problems

Requested features

4 requests
  • More detailed instructions and tutorials
  • Improved search and navigation
  • Ability to track comets and asteroids
  • Seamless integration with telescopes

Constellation Map mobile

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App crashes on opening
  • Incorrect positioning of sun, moon, and planets
  • Constellation names disappearing or not displaying properly

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add option to view constellations from inside the celestial sphere
  • Improve search functionality to easily find planets, stars, and galaxies
  • Provide more detailed information and descriptions for celestial objects
  • Add ability to calibrate the app to match the actual sky view

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SkyORB Classic Astronomy

Subscriptions1
  • 1-year Premium Subscription$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Version$3.99
1 purchases

Constellation Map mobile

Subscriptions1
  • Remove ads 1 month$1.991 Month

Questions

Is SkyORB Classic Astronomy free?
SkyORB Classic Astronomy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Constellation Map mobile free?
Constellation Map mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SkyORB Classic Astronomy or Constellation Map mobile?
Constellation Map mobile is rated higher. SkyORB Classic Astronomy averages 4.5 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Constellation Map mobile averages 4.7 from 4.6K ratings.
Do SkyORB Classic Astronomy or Constellation Map mobile have ads?
Both SkyORB Classic Astronomy and Constellation Map mobile show ads.
Which is updated more often, SkyORB Classic Astronomy or Constellation Map mobile?
SkyORB Classic Astronomy ships an update every 2 months, and Constellation Map mobile every 3 weeks. Most recently, SkyORB Classic Astronomy was updated on October 23, 2026 and Constellation Map mobile on October 24, 2026.

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