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Best Light Pollution Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our light pollution list covers 250+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Light Pollution Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Light Pollution Map - Dark SkyLight Pollution Map - Dark SkyFree4.6★ (201)NoYesAug 2026
2Light Pollution Map - DarkestLight Pollution Map - DarkestFree—NoYesAug 2026
3Sky GuideSky GuideFree4.8★ (369K)NoYesSep 2026
4SkyQI - Light PollutionSkyQI - Light PollutionFree—NoNoJul 2026
5Light Pollution MapLight Pollution Map$4.994.1★ (46)NoNoAug 2026
6Light Pollution Map-VRs TravelLight Pollution Map-VRs Travel$5.99—NoNoAug 2026
7Good To StargazeGood To StargazeFree4.4★ (217)NoYesAug 2026
8Noctis - Light Pollution MapNoctis - Light Pollution MapFree—NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Light Pollution

Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky#1

Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky by Dunbar Technology, LLC

Astronomy tools & more
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.6😞(201 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover optimal locations for stargazing and astrophotography with a detailed light pollution map. Get real-time alerts for celestial events like meteor showers and auroras, track the ISS, and access daily astronomy photos. Enhance your night sky observations with comprehensive tools and information.

What We Love

  • 👍 Clear detailed satellite views
  • 🚀 Works with barely any signal
  • 📊 Useful map with latest data
  • 🌌 Helps with astrophotography

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes on opening the map
  • 🐛 Crashes after locating user's position
  • 🔍 No legend for map colors
Sky Guide#3

Sky Guide by Fifth Star Labs LLC

Star gaze constellation finder
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.8😊(369K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#19in Reference
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Stunning visuals and graphics
  • 📚 Wealth of information on celestial objects
  • 🧭 Accurate and responsive compass/AR features
  • 🌌 Immersive stargazing experience

Room to Improve

  • 🧭 Occasional compass/location calibration issues
  • 💰 Subscription model limits access to some features
  • 🌍 Lack of support for certain regions/locations

More Light Pollution apps to explore

4
SkyQI - Light Pollution
SkyQI - Light Pollution
SkyQI - Light Pollution
Measure Light Pollution
Free
📚 Education
(0)
5
Light Pollution Map
Light Pollution Map
Light Pollution Map
Sky brightness, VIIRS and SQM
$4.99

Visualize sky brightness data, including VIIRS and SQM measurements, to understand light pollution levels. Explore various overlays like cloud coverage, aurora forecasts, and observatory locations. Offers offline access to essential maps.

VIIRS, Sky Brightness, World Atlas, Cloud, Aurora layersColor blind friendly color optionsCloud animation
🗺️ Navigation
(46)
paid
6
Light Pollution Map-VRs Travel
Light Pollution Map-VRs Travel
Light Pollution Map-VRs Travel
Visible Infrared Radiometer
$5.99
✈️ Travel
(0)
7
Good To Stargaze
Good To Stargaze
Good To Stargaze
by Matthew LLOYD
Free

This app provides a comprehensive tool to determine the best times for stargazing. It offers detailed forecasts for weather, seeing conditions, transparency, and light pollution. Ideal for both amateur and professional astronomers using any viewing equipment.

Weather forecastSeeing conditionsTransparency forecast
☀️ Weather
(217)
subscription
8
Noctis - Light Pollution Map
Noctis - Light Pollution Map
Noctis - Light Pollution Map
Stargazing & Dark Sky Forecast
Free
☀️ Weather
(0)
9
VISICO LIGHT
VISICO LIGHT
VISICO LIGHT
by Yuyao Vistar Electronic Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
10
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map
Stargazing & planet finder
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
11
Libre Light Sensor
Libre Light Sensor
Libre Light Sensor
Measure Light in Lux
Free

Measure ambient light levels in Lux using your iPhone's camera. Optimize sleep quality by understanding light exposure throughout the day and night.

Measure light in LuxUtilizes iPhone cameraOptimize sleep quality
🔧 Utilities
(113)
free
12
LightBox - Selfie & Fill Light
LightBox - Selfie & Fill Light
LightBox - Selfie & Fill Light
by Boundless Stream (Shenzhen) Cultural Tech Co., Ltd.
Free
📷 Photo & Video
(0)
13
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Star Walk 2 Plus: Live Sky Map
Astronomy Guide for Stargazing
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
(95K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Meet Star Gazers
Meet Star Gazers
Meet Star Gazers
Best Locations for Stargazing
Free

Discover optimal stargazing spots with detailed location information, including sky quality, accessibility, and amenities. Access light pollution maps, weather forecasts, and lunar data to enhance your astronomical observations.

Best stargazing location finderDetailed location characteristicsLight pollution map
🗺️ Navigation
(11)
free
15
LuxMeasure: Light Meter
LuxMeasure: Light Meter
LuxMeasure: Light Meter
by Nerijus Areska
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Fill Light Camera
Fill Light Camera
Fill Light Camera
Photo fill light camera
Free
📷 Photo & Video
(0)
17
8.8 Project
8.8 Project
8.8 Project
Bring Back the Stars
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
18
Star-Spotting | SPOTTERON
Star-Spotting | SPOTTERON
Star-Spotting | SPOTTERON
the Star-Spotting experiment
Free
📚 Education
(0)
19
Flashlight - Night Light Clock
Flashlight - Night Light Clock
Flashlight - Night Light Clock
Fast-Bright Light-Large Clock
Free

This utility app provides an immediate and bright flashlight experience. It also features a large, easy-to-read clock, making it ideal for nightstand use. Control the light remotely from a smartwatch.

Instant flashlight activationBright LED illuminationLarge clock display
🔧 Utilities
(99K)
ad-supported
20
Lux Meter – Light Meter
Lux Meter – Light Meter
Lux Meter – Light Meter
Illuminance, EV & foot-candle
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Light Pollution

What are the best light pollution apps for iPhone?
Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky tops our light pollution apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 201 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top light pollution apps we rank are free to download, including Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky and Light Pollution Map - Darkest.
Light Pollution Map - Dark Sky has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ light pollution apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app helps you find dark sky locations ideal for stargazing, astrophotography, and general night sky observation. It provides a detailed, interactive light pollution map and offers real-time information and alerts for various celestial events.
Key features include a customizable light pollution map, live aurora borealis information and visibility maps, alerts for meteor showers, super moons, and lunar eclipses, an ISS tracker, moon phase information, and daily astronomy photos from NASA.

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