Best Stars And Planets Identify Apps

187+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6โ˜…, the stars and planets identify category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 187+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Stars And Planets Identify

Star & Planet Finder#1

Star & Planet Finder by Nir Alperovitch

Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.1๐Ÿ˜(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

  • ๐ŸŒŸ Accurate planet tracking
  • ๐Ÿ” Easy to locate planets
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Educational for kids
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Useful for amateur astronomers

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Crashes and bugs
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Paywall for many features
  • ๐Ÿงญ Inaccurate location tracking
Planets#2

Planets by Q Continuum

Strong Contender
๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
4.5๐Ÿ˜Š(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

  • ๐Ÿคฉ Amazing app
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Accurate and informative
  • ๐Ÿ”ญ Helpful for stargazing

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional crashes or bugs
  • ๐Ÿงญ Compass/orientation issues
  • ๐ŸŒ‘ Inaccurate moon phase information
Stars and Planets - Astronomy#3

Stars and Planets - Astronomy by Andrei Nistorescu

3D Universe simulator
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(1.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Amazing graphics and details
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Realistic space exploration experience
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Ability to walk on planets
  • ๐Ÿ” Detailed information about celestial objects

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional glitches and bugs
  • ๐ŸŒ Lack of diversity in planet textures and landscapes
  • ๐Ÿ” Limited search and navigation functionality

More Stars And Planets Identify apps to explore

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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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(4.6K)
free
6
Constellation Map mobile
Constellation Map mobile
Constellation Map mobile
Easy to know the stars
Free

Explore the night sky by pointing your device upwards. Identify stars, constellations, and planets with detailed information. View celestial bodies below the horizon and track planetary orbits.

Identify stars, constellations, and planetsView celestial bodies below the horizonTrack planetary orbits
๐Ÿ“š Education
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Live Sky Map โ€“ 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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(482)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
๐Ÿ” Reference
(73K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
๐Ÿ” Reference
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
๐Ÿ” Reference
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(3.8K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Star Walk๏ผšFind Stars & Planets
Star Walk๏ผšFind Stars & Planets
Star Walk๏ผšFind 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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
๐Ÿ” Reference
(482K)
freemium
15
GoSkyWatch Planetarium
GoSkyWatch Planetarium
GoSkyWatch Planetarium
Go Explore the Night Sky
$3.99

Explore the night sky by simply pointing your device upwards. Identify stars, planets, and constellations with touch-free identification and detailed information. Discover celestial objects and learn about the universe with this personal telescope.

Identify stars, planets, comets, constellations, galaxiesTouch-free identificationFull 180-degree display
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(10K)
paid
16
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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(6.8K)
subscription
17
Astromatrix Horoscopes
Astromatrix Horoscopes
Astromatrix Horoscopes
Modern Astrology Horoscopes
Free

Explore your cosmic blueprint with detailed astrological reports and daily horoscopes. This app offers insights into birth charts, relationships, past lives, and planetary transits. It also includes tarot readings and a retrograde calendar for a comprehensive astrological experience.

In-depth birth chart analysisDaily horoscope predictionsLove and romantic compatibility reports
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(5.6K)
free with in-app purchases
18
The Constellation Star Finder
The Constellation Star Finder
The Constellation Star Finder
Gazer & Sky Map
Free

Explore the night sky with this augmented reality app. Point your device to identify constellations, stars, planets, and other celestial objects. Access detailed information and daily astronomy news for a comprehensive stargazing experience.

Augmented Reality Sky MapIdentify constellations, stars, and planetsDetailed information on celestial objects
๐ŸŽฌ Entertainment
(4.2K)
subscription
19
Starlightยฎ - Explore the Stars
Starlightยฎ - Explore the Stars
Starlightยฎ - Explore the Stars
Find Stars and Constellations
$2.99

Explore the night sky in real-time by pointing your device upwards. Discover stars, planets, and constellations with detailed information and augmented reality features. It's an easy and educational way to learn about the cosmos.

Augmented reality modeReal-time sky mapDetailed celestial object information
๐Ÿ“š Education
(3K)
free
20
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
๐Ÿ“š Education
(67K)
free with in-app purchases