Best Astronomy Daily Apps

174+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the astronomy daily category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 174+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Astronomy Daily

Daily Astronomy#2

Daily Astronomy by Basam Alasaly

NASA Astronomy Daily Picture
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
4.7(188 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore stunning, high-resolution astronomy photos from NASA. Save and share your favorites, or search for images from a specific date. Add widgets to your home screen for daily cosmic views.

DailyApod - Astronomy Picture#3

DailyApod - Astronomy Picture by 辉 林

Daily NASA Space Photos
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.8(16 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
DailyApod - Astronomy Picture screenshot 1
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View daily astronomical images and information from NASA. Browse celestial events, search for specific topics, and save your favorites. Includes translation and widgets for easy access to space discoveries.

More Astronomy Daily apps to explore

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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
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Daily Astronomy Explorer
Daily Astronomy Explorer
Daily Astronomy Explorer
Discover the Universe
Free
📚 Education
(0)
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APOD: Astronomy Picture Widget
APOD: Astronomy Picture Widget
APOD: Astronomy Picture Widget
Daily Astronomy Photos, Videos
Free

Discover stunning daily space photos and videos from NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day. Organize your favorites, browse a vast archive, and enjoy beautiful home screen widgets. Available in 24 languages with HD downloads and easy sharing.

Daily Astronomy Picture of the DayNASA's Full Archive accessHome screen widgets
📷 Photo & Video
(67)
free with in-app purchases
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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
8
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Your Free Path to the Stars
Free

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.

Real-time sky map3D constellation modelsTime machine feature
📚 Education
(93K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Astronomy Magazine
Astronomy Magazine
Astronomy Magazine
by Flying Media Group, LLC
Free

Access the world's leading astronomy magazine with stunning visuals and expert reporting. Explore the cosmos with detailed sky coverage, observing tips, and telescope reviews. Enjoy a user-friendly experience optimized for all levels of astronomers, with offline reading and customization options.

Expert science reportingVivid color photographyComplete sky coverage
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
(39)
free with in-app purchases
10
APOD — Astronomy Picture
APOD — Astronomy Picture
APOD — Astronomy Picture
Astronomy Picture of the Day
Free

Access NASA's daily astronomy images and explanations from professional astronomers. Explore stunning visuals of the universe, save your favorites, and share them with others.

Daily NASA astronomy picturesBrief explanations by astronomersAccess to the entire collection
🎬 Entertainment
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
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Astronomy Picture: NASA APOD
Astronomy Picture: NASA APOD
Astronomy Picture: NASA APOD
Explore stunning space photos.
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Discover a new stunning image or video of the universe daily, accompanied by expert explanations. Save, explore past images, and share cosmic wonders with friends. Get notified for new daily discoveries.

Daily new astronomy picturesBuild image collectionSave images to device
📚 Education
(0)
paid
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SkyView®
SkyView®
SkyView®
Explore the Universe
$2.99

Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites by simply pointing your device at the sky. This app uses augmented reality to guide you and provides information on celestial objects, upcoming events, and even allows you to travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

Identify stars, planets, and satellites with ARDiscover all 88 constellationsSchedule alerts for celestial events
📚 Education
(7.5K)
free
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SkySafari 7 Plus
SkySafari 7 Plus
SkySafari 7 Plus
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$6.99
$19.99 | 65% OFF

Explore the cosmos with a powerful space simulator and telescope control. Discover astronomical events, track celestial objects, and plan your stargazing sessions with real-time data and historical simulations.

Full-featured space simulatorTelescope control (ASCOM Alpaca, INDI)Events Finder for astronomical occurrences
🔍 Reference
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
15
Moon Calendar — MoonX
Moon Calendar — MoonX
Moon Calendar — MoonX
Full Lunar Cycle & Phase Guide
Free

Track lunar phases, moonrise/moonset times, and astrological insights to enhance daily balance and clarity. Plan events, set intentions, and gain personalized guidance aligned with celestial rhythms. Integrates with Apple Health for holistic well-being.

Full lunar cycle trackingMoonrise and moonset timesInteractive moon calendar
☀️ Weather
(21K)
subscription
16
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
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Space! – daily photos
Space! – daily photos
Space! – daily photos
NASA Picture of the Day widget
Free

Access NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day with daily curated photos and educational descriptions. This open-source app offers widgets for your Home Screen and full-screen viewing.

Daily NASA APOD photosHome Screen widgetsFull-screen image viewer
📚 Education
(26)
free
18
Scientific American
Scientific American
Scientific American
by Springer Nature America, Inc.
Free

Access expert insights on groundbreaking science and technology advances. Stay informed with news, commentary, and in-depth features from leading scientists. Explore the modern world through a trusted lens.

Expert science and technology insightsNews and commentary on current eventsIn-depth features by Nobel laureates
📡 News
(9.3K)
subscription
19
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide
Constellation Star Finder App
Free

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.

Real-time interactive sky mapAugmented reality modeTime Machine for past/future positions
🔍 Reference
(73K)
free with in-app purchases
20
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