Best Iastrograph Apps

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.

Ad Astra - Star Atlas

by Surfcheck BV

Free

This star atlas helps astronomers easily find celestial objects and create personal observation lists. It features detailed maps of constellations and deep sky objects, with a special red night vision mode for outdoor use. Compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad.

Sky Live: Heavens Above Viewer

Watch Skies: Stargazing App

Free

Plan your stargazing adventures and capture stunning photos of the night sky. Get real-time weather, visibility scores, and a unique hourly stargazing index based on multiple criteria. Discover what planets, stars, and constellations are visible from your location.

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.

Astrophotographer’s Universe

Deep Sky Encyclopedia

Free

Explore the night sky and discover detailed information on celestial objects for astrophotography. This guide helps you plan your imaging sessions with data on framing, visibility, and high-resolution images. An in-app purchase unlocks over 1,700 targets.

Sky Map - Star Tracker

AR Stargazing

Free

Identify stars, constellations, planets, and satellites in real time by pointing your device at the sky. Explore celestial objects, track satellites, and discover what's visible tonight with AR overlays and time travel features.

Live Sky: Stargazing & Planets

Telescope & Night Planner

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.

SkySafari

Astronomy Guide To Night Sky

$4.99

$6.99 | 29% OFF

This powerful pocket planetarium helps you explore the night sky. Identify celestial objects by pointing your device, view astrophotography, and plan your stargazing with real-time visibility information. Offers guided tours and pronunciation guides for a comprehensive learning experience.

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.

AstroCollect FR

Follow your observations

Free

This app helps amateur astronomers catalog celestial observations. It allows users to add photos, organize by catalog, plan sessions, and explore various astronomical catalogs. Data is stored locally for privacy and can be exported.

SkySafari 8 Pro

Astronomy Guide To Night Sky

$49.99

This astronomy app offers a comprehensive database for exploring the night sky with advanced tools for observation and planning. It provides telescope control, event finding, and image import capabilities, with features like lunar surface outlines and AR mode for an immersive experience.

ATLAS Tonight's Sky

by M102 Astro LLC

Free

This app helps astrophotographers identify the best deep sky objects to image from their location based on various environmental factors. It provides ranked lists, interactive sky maps, and planning tools to optimize imaging sessions.

SkyPilot Astro

by EDUSNAP TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Free

Effortlessly explore the cosmos with automatic star-seeking and calibration. Plan your stargazing sessions with real-time weather and light pollution data. Control your telescope, capture stunning images, and process them for incredible detail.

Star Gazer & Night Sky Map

Constellation Finder & Guide

Free

Identify stars, planets, and constellations by pointing your device at the sky. Learn astronomy with interactive guides and a dynamic sky map. No prior knowledge or telescope required.