Best Night Sky Identification App

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

Looking for free night sky identification app? 19 of our 237+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Night Sky Identification App (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Star Guide: Night Sky MapStar Guide: Night Sky MapFree4.6★ (4.2K)NoYesSep 2026
2Sky Map - Star TrackerSky Map - Star TrackerFree1.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
3Sky Map: Stars & PlanetsSky Map: Stars & PlanetsFree5.0★ (2)NoYesSep 2026
4Night Sky PlannerNight Sky PlannerFree5.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026
5StarWizard: Astronomy Sky MapStarWizard: Astronomy Sky MapFree5.0★ (2)NoNoSep 2026
6Star Gazer -Nightsky & sky mapStar Gazer -Nightsky & sky mapFree1.7★ (35)NoYesAug 2026
7OSR Star FinderOSR Star FinderFree4.6★ (4.8K)NoNoSep 2026
8Live Sky: Stargazing & PlanetsLive Sky: Stargazing & PlanetsFree4.4★ (903)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Night Sky Identification App

Star Guide: Night Sky Map#1

Star Guide: Night Sky Map by Star register

Stargazing & Sky Guide
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.6(4.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

Sky Map - Star Tracker#2

Sky Map - Star Tracker by Nguyen Anh

AR Stargazing
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
1.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

Sky Map: Stars & Planets#3

Sky Map: Stars & Planets by Horus Studios

Stargazing AR Finder & Tracker
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
5.0(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites by simply pointing your phone at the night sky. Features guided object finding, satellite pass predictions, aurora forecasts, and an AI astronomer for personalized answers. Includes time travel and an observation journal.

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FAQ about Night Sky Identification App

What is the best night sky identification app for iPhone?
Star Guide: Night Sky Map tops our night sky identification app ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 4.2K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top night sky identification app we rank are free to download, including Star Guide: Night Sky Map and Sky Map - Star Tracker.
Star Guide: Night Sky Map has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 237+ night sky identification app on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Star Guide transforms your phone into a real-time planetarium, allowing you to explore the night sky. It helps you identify stars and planets, and plan the best moments for stargazing. You can also preview the sky from different times and locations.
Key features include a live star finder and planetarium view, Augmented Reality (AR) mode for overlaying celestial objects on your camera, 3D visualization of stars and planets, notifications for optimal viewing times, and the ability to 'time travel' to see past or future sky conditions.