Best Celestron Labs Apps

Celestron StarSense Explorer

by Celestron, LLC

Free

This app guides you through the night sky using your smartphone and a compatible telescope. It identifies celestial objects and directs your telescope for optimal viewing, making astronomy accessible for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Stellarium Mobile - Star Map

Stargazing & planet finder

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.

Universe Star Finder

Realistic & Starry Night Sky!

Free

Explore the universe with a realistic 3D simulation of the night sky. Discover stars, planets, and constellations in real-time using augmented reality. Suitable for both beginners and astronomy enthusiasts.

Live Sky: Stargazing & Planets

Find stars. Plan your night.

Free

This astronomy app provides real-time celestial object coordinates, including planets, the Moon, Sun, and various stars and deep sky objects. It highlights objects currently visible and allows users to favorite frequently observed bodies. A daily summary widget is also available.

Astro Skies

by DAVID ANDRES FERNANDEZ PEREZ

Free

Plan your stargazing sessions with this astronomy app. It provides real-time observing conditions, weather forecasts, lunar information, and visible celestial objects to help you make the most of your nights under the stars.

AstroFinder

Telescope pointing solved

Free

Transform your iPhone into a telescope finder without motors or alignment stars. It identifies star patterns in real-time, displaying your aim on a red-on-black chart with a guiding arrow. Find planets, deep sky objects, and more, all while running offline.

NAPA - Star Map

by National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (Public Organization)

Free

Explore the night sky with this astronomy and planetarium app. Identify stars, constellations, and planets by pointing your device at the sky. Plan future observations by adjusting the time and date.

StarWizard: Astronomy Sky Map

Stargazing, Star Map & Planets

Free

Explore the night sky in real-time with augmented reality. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and the ISS. Features an AI guide for questions and offline celestial navigation lessons.

DWARFLAB

A New Era of Smart Telescopes

Free

This app connects wirelessly to a smart telescope, offering intuitive control for capturing stunning images of the night sky and dynamic terrestrial scenes. It features automatic tracking, in-app image processing, and panorama creation for both astrophotography and everyday use.

Seestar

Smart Astronomical Telescope

Free

Explore the universe with a smart telescope that simplifies stargazing. Automatically find, focus, and capture celestial objects without professional guidance. Observe stars, the sun, and even landscapes with intuitive app control.

SynScan

Motorized telescope mount

Free

Control motorized telescope mounts for celestial object tracking and exploration. Features include GOTO functionality, object catalogs, and gamepad navigation. Ideal for novice users with alt-azimuth mounts.

Telescopius

Astronomy and Astrophotography

Free

Discover celestial objects for your telescope and plan stunning astrophotography shots. Save favorite targets, simulate camera framings, and create intricate mosaics. Explore a community gallery of breathtaking astrophotography.

AstroImg - Explore Starry Sky

Start stargazing here!

Free

Discover stunning astronomical photographs shared by amateurs worldwide. Connect with fellow stargazers, learn about the universe, and enhance your astrophotography skills with tutorials and helpful tools.

My Messier

Astronomical Objects List

$0.99

Explore and learn about all 110 Messier objects, including galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Access detailed information, stunning images, and track your observations. Available on iPhone and Apple Watch.