Best Free Planet Finder Apps

227+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our free planet finder list covers 227+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Free Planet Finder Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Star & Planet FinderStar & Planet FinderFree4.1★ (1.8K)NoYesJul 2026
2Night SkyNight SkyFree4.7★ (482K)NoYesJul 2026
3PlanetsPlanetsFree4.5★ (899)NoNoJul 2026
4Sky GuideSky GuideFree4.8★ (26K)NoYesJul 2026
5SkyView® LiteSkyView® LiteFree4.5★ (18K)YesYesJul 2026
6Sky Tonight - Stargazing GuideSky Tonight - Stargazing GuideFree4.8★ (74K)YesYesJul 2026
7Stellarium Mobile - Star MapStellarium Mobile - Star MapFree4.8★ (36K)NoYesJul 2026
8Star Gazer - Live Sky View MapStar Gazer - Live Sky View MapFree4.7★ (1.5K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Free Planet Finder

Star & Planet Finder#1

Star & Planet Finder by Nir Alperovitch

Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.1😐(1.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Accurate planet tracking
  • 🔍 Easy to locate planets
  • 🎓 Educational for kids
  • 👍 Useful for amateur astronomers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Paywall for many features
  • 🧭 Inaccurate location tracking
Night Sky#2

Night Sky by iCandi Apps Ltd.

Guide to Stars,Comets,Meteors
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.7😊(482K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#16in Reference
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent app for stargazing and learning about the night sky
  • 🔭 Detailed information on celestial objects, satellites, and space events
  • 🌍 Accurate mapping of the sky to real-world locations
  • 🎨 Beautiful visuals and animations

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Frequent prompts to upgrade to premium subscription
  • 🔌 Concerns about high battery consumption
  • 🤔 Calibration and alignment issues with the AR features
Planets#3

Planets by Q Continuum

Worth Considering
🔧 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

More Free Planet Finder apps to explore

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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
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
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
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
(74K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
8
Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Planet & Constellation Finder
Free

Explore the night sky with a powerful stargazing companion. Identify stars, planets, and constellations with real-time tracking and stunning 3D visualizations. Stay informed about cosmic events and learn fascinating facts about the universe.

Live sky view mapStar and constellation identificationDetailed celestial object information
🔧 Utilities
(1.5K)
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 Tracker Lite-Live Sky Map
Star Tracker Lite-Live Sky Map
Star Tracker Lite-Live Sky Map
Night stars guide & tracker
Free

Explore the universe by pointing your device at the sky. Identify stars, constellations, and deep sky objects in real-time. Features offline data, a 3D compass in AR mode, and detailed graphics for an immersive stargazing experience.

Offline celestial dataIdentify stars, constellations, planetsAugmented reality compass
🔍 Reference
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Mapy.com: Offline Maps & GPS
Hike & Bike Route Planner
Free

Plan and navigate hiking, biking, and skiing routes worldwide with detailed offline maps. Discover points of interest, access weather forecasts, and utilize voice navigation for various activities. Track your adventures and share your location with others.

Offline world mapsHiking and biking trail planningVoice navigation
✈️ Travel
(1.3K)
freemium
13
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
14
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
15
Universe Star Finder
Universe Star Finder
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.

Accurate 3D night sky simulationReal-time AR explorationDiscover constellations and planets
📚 Education
(17)
free
16
OSR Star Finder
OSR Star Finder
OSR Star Finder
Stars, Constellations & More
Free

Explore the night sky and locate your named star with this augmented reality app. Discover constellations, learn about celestial bodies, and easily find when and where to view your star from your location. Share your stargazing experiences with others.

Name and find your own starLocate and track starsExplore 88 constellations with artwork
📚 Education
(4.6K)
free
17
PlantNet
PlantNet
PlantNet
Plant Identification
Free

Identify plants by taking photos with your smartphone. Contribute to a global citizen science project to understand and preserve plant biodiversity. Recognizes thousands of wild and cultivated species.

Identify plants by photographing themCitizen science project for biodiversitySupports identification of flowering plants, trees, grasses, and more
📚 Education
(6.9K)
free
18
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
19
Awesome Planets
Awesome Planets
Awesome Planets
Experience 3D Planets
Free

Explore planets in stunning 3D and augmented reality. Easily find any planet, view its information, and experience it up close. New celestial bodies will be added over time.

3D planet viewingAugmented reality (ARKit) modePlanet information display
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free
20
Star Guide: Night Sky Map
Star Guide: Night Sky Map
Star Guide: Night Sky Map
Explore the Night Sky
Free

Transform your device into a real-time planetarium to explore the night sky. Identify stars and planets, and plan optimal viewing times. Experience celestial objects in 3D and preview future or past sky conditions from any location.

Real-time star and planet identificationAugmented Reality sky overlay3D celestial object visualization
📚 Education
(3.9K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Free Planet Finder

What are the best free planet finder apps for iPhone?
Star & Planet Finder tops our free planet finder apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.1-star average from 1.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Star & Planet Finder has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 227+ free planet finder apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Star & Planet Finder uses your device's sensors and augmented reality to guide you to celestial objects like stars, planets, constellations, and satellites in the sky. You select an object, and the app shows you where to point your device to find it.
Key features include an augmented reality display that guides you to selected objects, integration with your device's compass, GPS, accelerometer, camera, and clock. It also offers moon phase display, detailed planet information, constellation maps, and satellite tracking.