Comparison

Observer Pro vs Singularity by Vaonis

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

Head to head
About

Observer Pro

This app helps advanced astronomers and astrophotographers plan their observing sessions. It predicts object visibility, factoring in local obstructions, and provides weather forecasts. Manage observing lists and favorite sites to maximize your stargazing time.

Highlights
  • 14,000+ deep sky objects with photos
  • Local horizon profile measurement
  • Object visibility prediction charts
  • Featured object recommendations
  • Favorite observing site management
  • Astronomical weather forecasts
Features
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Observer Pro is an indispensable app for advanced astronomy observing and astrophotography planning. No more guessing when that galaxy emerges from behind that tree. No more estimating how many hours you'll be able to image an object. Observer Pro gives every astronomer the info they need to make the most of their observing right at their fingertips! What astronomers are saying: "Every astronomer with an iPhone should own this app!" - Astronomy Technology Today magazine "Observer Pro is the most impressive astronomy app that I have tried out. I enthusiastically commend it to you!" - Tom Mote, Professor Emeritus, Astronomy "I have been using it since the day it first became available and I cannot live without it now." - Sedat B., Cloudy Nights forum Feature highlights: • Over 14,000 deep sky objects included, all with closeup reference photos. No need to download anything after install! Sorting and search make it easy to sift through all of them to find which objects belong on your observing list. • Measure your local horizon profile in minutes with your iPhone. • Unique charts completely take the guesswork out of predicting object visibility. Your house, trees, mountains, or any other obstructions are completely factored in to all visibility charts. • New to astronomy? The Featured object list shows a list of objects specific to your location and local horizon that are great for observing right now. • Keep a list of your favorite observing sites, each with their own local horizon profile. Compare object visibility between sites to find the best spot to setup your scope. • There's a lot to observe! Observer Pro gives you a place to maintain a list of your favorite objects as well as an observing list that you can take with you to the eyepiece. • 7Timer! astronomical weather forecasts for your observing sites are viewable without leaving Observer Pro. They give you the outlook on cloud cover, seeing, transparency, and more. • Check out the in-app help to learn more about how to use the many features that come with Observer Pro. Keep up-to-date with the latest news at the Observer Pro blog: http://observer.pro/blog

About

Singularity by Vaonis

Control your smart telescope to explore the cosmos. Discover celestial objects with personalized recommendations, capture stunning images of galaxies and nebulae, and share your astronomical journey.

Highlights
  • Automatic setup and alignment
  • Real-time image processing
  • Object catalog and coordinate pointing
  • Mosaic mode for wider views
  • Solar observation mode
  • Expert mode for advanced control
  • Night planning and automated exploration
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Singularity by Vaonis is the control center for your Stellina and Vespera observation stations. This intuitive mobile application allows you to explore the Cosmos with ease. Receive personalized recommendations on which objects to observe according to your geolocation and the astronomical calendar. Learn more about the history of the Universe and immortalize your trip by photographing galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. AUTOMATIC SETUP Just press the button, and let Stellina and Vespera do the rest. Your new companion will use your GPS to find its position on Earth, adjust its focus and be ready to take you anywhere you want in less than 5 minutes. AUTOMATIC ALIGNEMENT AND TRACKING Choose your destination in the Singularity object catalog or enter the celestial coordinates of the object. Your station will automatically point to the selected area, and track it to maintain optimal viewing conditions. IMAGE PROCESSING It only takes a few seconds for Stellina and Vespera to deliver the first image of your destination before compiling dozens, hundreds or even thousands of other images in real time, progressively revealing ever greater details and colors. SPACE CENTER Take control of your station from the Space Center: prepare your observation evening by checking the weather forecast, create and manage your observation locations, check the parameters of Stellina/Vespera... You can also read the astronomical news or our advice on Stellina and Vespera on our blog while waiting for nightfall. MOSAIC MODE CovalENS is the first automated “panorama mode” ever embedded into a telescope. This unique patented technology, developed by Vaonis, allows you to take several photos of a same stellar region and then automatically stitch them together, thus offering users a larger view (field) of the universe. SOLAR MODE Observe easily and safely the closest star to Earth during the day with the Vaonis solar filters. The Solar Mode allows you to observe and capture sunspots that show the intensity of the Sun’s activity. EXPERT MODE Access an unlimited number of objects with coordinate pointing. Customize your camera's exposure time and gain to generate initial files for manual processing using image editing software. PLAN MY NIGHT Program your observation station for the night and let it explore the Universe on its own. After a good night's sleep, recover your photos on a USB key (Stellina) or via Wi-FI FTP protocol (Vespera). SHARE YOUR JOURNEY ON SOCIAL NETWORKS Your trip is over, share it! Show the world your photos on social networks and join our community of explorers, using the hashtags #myStellina or #myVespera.

Screenshots

Observer Pro4 screens
Singularity by Vaonis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Singularity by Vaonis at Free against Observer Pro's $13.99. Singularity by Vaonis also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 6 months) and device support (3 vs 1). Observer Pro's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (79% vs 64%). On ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Singularity by Vaonis is free to download; Observer Pro costs $13.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Observer Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 73 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Observer Pro's written reviews are positive against 64% of Singularity by Vaonis's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Observer Pro ships an update every 6 months, Singularity by Vaonis every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Observer Pro versus Singularity by Vaonis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterObserver ProSingularity by Vaonis
Price$13.99Free — better
Rating4.6 (49 ratings) — better4.2 (73 ratings)
Positive reviews79.2% of reviews — better64.4% of reviews
Number of ratings4973 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.414.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size241 MB401 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoshua BuryVaonis

Customer experience

Observer Pro

All ratings49 ratings
Positive89.8%
Neutral4.1%
Negative6.1%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive79.2%
Neutral5.8%
Negative15.0%

Singularity by Vaonis

All ratings73 ratings
Positive76.7%
Neutral6.8%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive64.4%
Neutral8.9%
Negative26.7%

Bugs and requests

Observer Pro

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App crashes when selecting catalog groupings (Galaxy, Planetary Nebulae, etc.)
  • iOS keyboard doesn't dismiss on iPad after clicking Done
  • Observer lists and custom data disappearing after app closure
  • Search feature missing in version 1.4
  • Continuous crashes since recent updates
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  • Horizon drawing feature unreliable - drifts while drawing
  • Menu items on far right side of screen unresponsive
  • Incompatibility with iOS 8 (historical)
  • App crashes on startup with certain iOS versions
  • Weather feature broken

Requested features

16 requests
  • iPad native app with landscape mode support
  • Search functionality restoration/improvement
  • Export observer lists to other apps (Sky Safari, etc.)
  • Support for planets, comets, and asteroids
  • Observing notes and session logging
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  • Field of view/scope focal length comparison
  • Color object photographs
  • Additional catalogs (Sharpless, etc.)
  • Moon visibility in sky view
  • Azimuth-based sorting for telescope positioning
  • Filter options for object types
  • Cross-device syncing between iPhone and iPad
  • Print functionality for observing plans
  • User-created custom catalogs
  • Screen auto-rotation support
  • Weather forecast integration

Singularity by Vaonis

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Observer Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Singularity by Vaonis

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Observer Pro free?
Observer Pro costs $13.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Singularity by Vaonis free?
Singularity by Vaonis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Observer Pro or Singularity by Vaonis?
Observer Pro is rated higher. Observer Pro averages 4.6 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while Singularity by Vaonis averages 4.2 from 73 ratings.
Do Observer Pro or Singularity by Vaonis have ads?
Neither Observer Pro nor Singularity by Vaonis shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Observer Pro or Singularity by Vaonis?
Observer Pro ships an update every 6 months, and Singularity by Vaonis every 5 weeks. Most recently, Observer Pro was updated on September 21, 2026 and Singularity by Vaonis on September 23, 2026.

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