Best Astronomy AR Apps

192+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated June 2026

Out of 192+ astronomy ar apps on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Astronomy AR

Sky Guide#1

Sky Guide by Fifth Star Labs LLC

Star gaze constellation finder
Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(26K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#6in Reference
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Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites in real-time by holding your device overhead. Explore celestial bodies with AR overlays, track satellites like the ISS, and travel through time to view past and future astronomical events. Perfect for both novice and experienced stargazers.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Stunning visuals and graphics
  • 📚 Wealth of information on celestial objects
  • 🧭 Accurate and responsive compass/AR features
  • 🌌 Immersive stargazing experience

Room to Improve

  • 🧭 Occasional compass/location calibration issues
  • 💰 Subscription model limits access to some features
  • 🌍 Lack of support for certain regions/locations
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide#2

Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide by Vito Technology Inc.

Constellation Star Finder App
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(73K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#45in Reference
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Explore the night sky with this astronomy app. Identify celestial objects, discover upcoming astronomical events, and track their positions. Customize your view, set reminders, and access detailed information for a personalized stargazing experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for finding new things
  • 🌟 Amazing and accurate
  • 🔭 Helpful for learning about the night sky
  • 🗓️ Provides calendar of sky events

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Difficult to calibrate and use
  • 📢 Too many intrusive ads
  • 💰 Paywall for many features
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map#3

Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map by Vito Technology Inc.

Your Free Path to the Stars
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.6😐(93K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the cosmos with a real-time sky map. Point your device to identify stars, planets, and constellations. Discover celestial events and learn about the universe with detailed information and 3D models.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Informative and educational
  • 🔭 Accurate star/planet tracking
  • 🎨 Beautiful visuals and graphics
  • 🔊 Relaxing background music

Room to Improve

  • 💢 Excessive and intrusive ads in free version
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation and controls
  • 🧭 Inaccurate compass and location tracking

More Astronomy AR apps to explore

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SkyORB Classic Astronomy
SkyORB Classic Astronomy
SkyORB Classic Astronomy
3D Planetarium Stargazing News
Free

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.

3D star map and planetariumReal-time planet orbitsAR night sky identification
📚 Education
(23)
freemium
5
SkyView® Lite
SkyView® Lite
SkyView® Lite
Explore the Universe
Free

Identify stars, constellations, satellites, and more by simply pointing your device at the sky. This augmented reality app makes stargazing accessible to everyone, day or night. Explore celestial paths and even travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

Identify stars, constellations, and satellitesAugmented Reality (AR) stargazingSet reminders for celestial events
📚 Education
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Night Sky
Night Sky
Night Sky
Guide to Stars,Comets,Meteors
Free

Explore the cosmos with an AI-powered planetarium. Identify stars, planets, and satellites by pointing your device at the sky. Discover celestial objects in augmented reality and share your stargazing experiences with others.

AI personal planetariumIdentify stars, planets, constellations, satellitesAugmented Reality (AR) exploration
🔍 Reference
(482K)
freemium
7
Star Gazer: Sky Map& Astronomy
Star Gazer: Sky Map& Astronomy
Star Gazer: Sky Map& Astronomy
Stars, Moon & Constellation.s
Free

Explore the cosmos by pointing your device at the sky. Discover stars, planets, and constellations with interactive 3D views and augmented reality. Learn fascinating facts about space and celestial bodies.

Interactive 3D celestial object viewsAugmented reality sky explorationIdentify stars, planets, and constellations
📚 Education
(6.8K)
subscription
8
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live
Stars and Planets Tracker AR
$2.99

Explore the night sky with this augmented reality stargazing app. Point your device to identify thousands of stars, planets, constellations, and celestial events in real-time. Discover astronomical news and plan your observations with a comprehensive sky map.

Real-time sky mapAugmented reality mode3D constellation models
📚 Education
(67K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets
Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets
Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets
Night Sky Guide - Star Map AR
Free

Explore the night sky with an interactive guide that identifies stars, planets, and constellations in real-time using augmented reality. Discover over 200,000 celestial bodies with detailed information and track astronomical events.

Real-time night sky mapAugmented reality viewExplore 200,000+ celestial bodies
📚 Education
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Stellar Tour - AR Stargazer
Stellar Tour - AR Stargazer
Stellar Tour - AR Stargazer
Astronomy: Night Sky Star Map
Free
$2.99 | 100% OFF

Explore the cosmos with an augmented reality stargazing app guided by an astrophysicist. Discover exoplanets, solar system bodies, and deep-sky objects with scientifically accurate narratives and detailed visuals.

Augmented reality stargazingAstrophysicist-guided toursDetailed exoplanet information
📚 Education
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Watch night sky, find stars
Free

Explore the night sky with a real-time planetarium. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites by simply pointing your phone. Offers detailed astronomical data and cultural constellation interpretations.

Real-time sky simulationIdentify stars, planets, satellitesConstellation shapes and illustrations
📚 Education
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Astronomy Observer
Astronomy Observer
Astronomy Observer
AR Sky Guide of Star Gazer
Free

This app helps astronomical observers plan their viewing sessions by calculating and displaying the positions of celestial bodies. It offers AR views, a catalog of stars and deep sky objects, and an astronomical event calendar. Premium features include ad-free viewing and access to a year of ephemeris data.

AR celestial body positioningDaily sun-moon position and planet rise/setCatalog of stars, planets, and deep sky objects
🔍 Reference
(25)
free with in-app purchases
13
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$9.99
$29.99 | 67% OFF

Explore the night sky with an extensive astronomy database and advanced planning tools. Discover astronomical events, control your telescope, and connect with other stargazers in real-time.

Extensive celestial object databaseAdvanced event finderTelescope control (ASCOM Alpaca, INDI, StarSense)
🔍 Reference
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Planets
Planets
Planets
by Q Continuum
Free

Explore the solar system with a 3D guide. Discover planets, moons, and celestial events with interactive sky views and visibility information. Perfect for budding astronomers.

3D solar system guide2D sky view3D planetarium sky view
🔧 Utilities
(899)
free
15
Star Chart
Star Chart
Star Chart
by ESCAPE VELOCITY LIMITED
Free

Explore the cosmos with this augmented reality astronomy app. Point your device at the sky to identify stars, planets, and constellations in real-time. Discover celestial bodies and their positions, even traveling through time to view the universe's past and future.

Augmented reality sky identification3D simulation of the visible universeReal-time celestial object tracking
📚 Education
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Space Gate: AR Solar System
Space Gate: AR Solar System
Space Gate: AR Solar System
Space, Astronomy & Night Sky
$12.99

Explore the universe with interactive 3D and AR experiences of the solar system. Discover celestial bodies, engage with live astronomy news, and even interact with black holes. Tailored for learning and education.

3D and AR solar system explorationInteractive black hole simulationsLive astronomy magazine
📚 Education
(183)
free with in-app purchases
17
3D Solar System - Planets View
3D Solar System - Planets View
3D Solar System - Planets View
Astronomy map: AR Sky observer
Free

Explore the solar system in 3D and augmented reality. Learn about planets, moons, stars, and constellations through interactive models, scientific facts, and engaging quizzes. Create your own planets with AI.

3D & AR Solar System modelsScientific facts about celestial bodiesInteractive star map
📚 Education
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Classic Sky Map 2
Classic Sky Map 2
Classic Sky Map 2
Astronomy made easy.
Free

Explore the cosmos with an intuitive and beautiful sky map. Easily identify stars, planets, and constellations by simply pointing your device at the sky. Track celestial events and understand astronomical movements with time-lapse features.

Live sky trackingInteractive earth mapTime-lapse sky simulation
📚 Education
(8.9K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Sky Map - Star Tracker
Sky Map - Star Tracker
Sky Map - Star Tracker
AR Stargazing
Free
🔍 Reference
(1)
20
Astronomy & Space News
Astronomy & Space News
Astronomy & Space News
Latest NASA, Astrobiology News
Free

Stay updated with the latest astronomy and space exploration news. Discover exoplanet findings, astrobiology advancements, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Enjoy stunning space photos and educational videos from leading space agencies.

Latest astronomy newsSpace exploration updatesExoplanet discovery
📡 News
(2.7K)
free with in-app purchases