Best Ksontelescope 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.

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.

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.

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.

AstroHelm

Find Objects & Plate Solve

Free

This astronomy app uses on-device plate solving to guide your manual telescope or telephoto lens. It analyzes star patterns in real-time to help you precisely center celestial objects without expensive motorized mounts.

Orbiter Fi

by BORIE SARL

Free

Record your celestial observations with this stargazing logbook. Track planets, stars, nebulae, and more, noting the date, location, and sky quality. Set observation goals and view progress reports.

Telescope Eyepiece Calculator

Magnification & TFOV

Free

This tool helps astronomers calculate telescope magnification, exit pupil, and field of view. It offers real-time results for various eyepieces and includes features like night mode and equipment saving. An optional upgrade unlocks advanced features for planning and comparison.

Celestron SkyPortal

by Celestron, LLC

Free

Explore the cosmos with a comprehensive astronomy suite. Discover stars, planets, and celestial events, and enhance your stargazing with detailed information and audio narration. Connect to compatible telescopes for automatic object location.

AstroAid

by iLanga, Inc.

$2.99

Visualize what you'll see through your telescope with different eyepieces and optical aids. Plan your astrophotography by pairing cameras with telescopes to see what fits in the frame. Includes astronomical catalogs and equipment lists.

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.

StellarEye

Your Personal Sky Guide

Free

Explore the night sky with a real-time map of stars, constellations, and planets. Discover celestial objects, track planets, and stay updated on astronomical events. Document your stargazing with an observation log and travel through time to view the sky on different dates.

Night Sky Planner

Your stellar observation guide

Free

This app helps amateur astronomers find celestial objects to observe. It provides detailed information on when and how to best view planets, stars, and deep-sky objects from your specific location, even without an internet connection.

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.

Orbit: ISS & Satellite Tracker

Planets, stars & AR sky map

Free

Explore the cosmos with a real-time satellite tracker. Use augmented reality to view satellites, planets, and constellations in the sky. Discover over 15,000 objects and get AI-generated descriptions of their missions.