Best Astronomy Planets Apps

192+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good astronomy planets apps. We benchmark 192+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Astronomy Planets Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1PlanetsPlanetsFree4.5★ (899)NoNoJul 2026
2SkyView® LiteSkyView® LiteFree4.5★ (18K)YesYesAug 2026
3Stellarium Mobile - Star MapStellarium Mobile - Star MapFree4.8★ (36K)NoYesAug 2026
4Star Gazer: Sky Map& AstronomyStar Gazer: Sky Map& AstronomyFree3.8★ (6.8K)YesYesJul 2026
53D Solar System - Planets View3D Solar System - Planets ViewFree4.4★ (1.6K)YesYesAug 2026
6SkySafari 7 ProSkySafari 7 Pro$29.994.7★ (4.9K)NoYesJul 2026
7Star Walk:Find Stars & PlanetsStar Walk:Find Stars & PlanetsFree4.7★ (25K)YesYesAug 2026
8Stars and Planets - AstronomyStars and Planets - AstronomyFree4.7★ (1.2K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Astronomy Planets

Planets#1

Planets by Q Continuum

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(899 ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🤩 Amazing app
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌟 Accurate and informative
  • 🔭 Helpful for stargazing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🧭 Compass/orientation issues
  • 🌑 Inaccurate moon phase information
SkyView® Lite#2

SkyView® Lite by Terminal Eleven LLC

Explore the Universe
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.5😊(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#36in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Accurate star and planet tracking
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🔭 Helpful for learning about the night sky
  • 💫 Engaging and educational for all ages

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Compass/location issues causing inaccurate positioning
  • 🔍 Limited free features, many paid upgrades
  • 🤔 Confusing for some users to understand how it works
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map#3

Stellarium Mobile - Star Map by Noctua Software Ltd

Watch night sky, find stars
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.8😊(36K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#60in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Fabulous star tracking
  • 🌌 Detailed night sky information
  • 🔭 Helpful for stargazing and astronomy
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding some objects
  • 🌓 Inaccurate moon/planet positions in daylight

More Astronomy Planets apps to explore

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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
5
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
6
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$29.99

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
7
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
8
Stars and Planets - Astronomy
Stars and Planets - Astronomy
Stars and Planets - Astronomy
3D Universe simulator
Free

Explore the cosmos in a 3D universe simulator powered by NASA and ESA data. Journey to millions of stars, land on exoplanets, and delve into the mysteries of black holes and pulsars. Discover breathtaking landscapes and gain knowledge from cutting-edge space research.

3D universe simulationSpacecraft flight simulationExoplanet exploration
📚 Education
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Live Sky Map – Night View
Free

Discover the night sky with a real-time interactive map. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites by simply pointing your device. Explore celestial objects with detailed information and customizable views, perfect for both beginners and astronomy enthusiasts.

Real-time interactive sky mapIdentify stars, planets, constellations, satellitesDetailed information on celestial objects
📚 Education
(482)
free with in-app purchases
10
Star & Planet Finder
Star & Planet Finder
Star & Planet Finder
by Nir Alperovitch
Free

Discover celestial objects with this augmented reality sky guide. Simply select a planet or star, and follow the on-screen pointer to locate it in the night sky. Explore constellations, satellites, and detailed information about planets.

Augmented Reality displayCompass, GPS, accelerometer, camera, and clock integrationLocate planets, stars, constellations, and satellites
📚 Education
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
13
Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game
Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game
Star Walk Kids: Astronomy Game
Stars and Planets for Children
Free

An engaging astronomy game designed for children to learn about stars, planets, and our solar system. It uses fun cartoons, interactive elements, and voiced facts to make learning about space an enjoyable experience.

Entertaining astronomy gameExplore space step by stepFunny cartoon movies about celestial objects
📚 Education
(398)
free with in-app purchases
14
Solar Walk 2 - View Planets 3D
Solar Walk 2 - View Planets 3D
Solar Walk 2 - View Planets 3D
Solar System Sim, Space Quest
$2.99

Explore our Solar System with detailed 3D models of planets, moons, and spacecraft. Discover celestial events, track space missions, and travel through time and space with an interactive encyclopedia. Stay updated with the latest astronomy news.

3D Solar System modelInteractive space encyclopediaAstronomy calendar
📚 Education
(7.2K)
free with in-app purchases
15
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
16
Sky Guide
Sky Guide
Sky Guide
Star gaze constellation finder
Free

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.

Automatic celestial object identificationAugmented reality sky overlaySatellite tracking and notifications
🔍 Reference
(367K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Planets System & Astronomy 3D
Free

Explore our Solar System in an interactive 3D model. Discover celestial bodies with detailed information, real photos, and stunning visuals. This free app offers a pocket planetarium experience without requiring an internet connection.

Interactive 3D Solar System modelReal-time celestial body positionsDetailed information and photos
🔍 Reference
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
18
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
19
A Solar System Journey
A Solar System Journey
A Solar System Journey
Learn about our planets
Free

Explore our solar system with detailed information and images for each planet. Discover facts, view animated orbits, and learn about Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

Detailed planet informationClose-up planet imagesAnimated planet orbits
📚 Education
(305)
ad-supported
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
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Astronomy Planets

What are the best astronomy planets apps for iPhone?
Planets tops our astronomy planets apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 899 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top astronomy planets apps we rank are free to download, including Planets and SkyView® Lite.
Planets has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 192+ astronomy planets apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app is a 3D guide to the solar system designed for aspiring astronomers. It offers interactive views of planets and moons, along with information on celestial visibility.
Key features include a 2D and 3D sky view to locate planets, information on when planets are visible, and a rotating 3D globe of planets and moons.