250+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Dark Skies is the household name in dark skies, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (7) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (495K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.0★ (38) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.5★ (239) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 1.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | — | — | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (50) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | Jun 2026 |
Plan your night sky photography sessions with weather forecasts, astronomical dark windows, and AR guidance. This app helps photographers decide the best times for shooting the Milky Way, meteors, and moon. It offers fast field tools without ads or accounts.
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.
Get hyper-accurate, minute-by-minute weather forecasts for your current location or any city. Track storms, view high-resolution radar maps, and receive timely notifications for precipitation and severe weather events.
