Best Stars And Planets Telescope Apps

184+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
15 free apps
Updated May 2026

Finding the right stars and planets telescope apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 184+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Stars And Planets Telescope Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Star Walk:Find Stars & PlanetsStar Walk:Find Stars & PlanetsFree4.7★ (25K)YesYesJul 2026
2PlanetsPlanetsFree4.5★ (899)NoNoJul 2026
3Stellarium Mobile - Star MapStellarium Mobile - Star MapFree4.8★ (36K)NoYesJul 2026
4Star Gazer - Live Sky View MapStar Gazer - Live Sky View MapFree4.7★ (1.5K)YesYesJul 2026
5Star & Planet FinderStar & Planet FinderFree4.1★ (1.8K)NoYesJul 2026
6Stargazing: Stars & PlanetsStargazing: Stars & PlanetsFree4.3★ (482)YesYesJul 2026
7Star Tracker Lite-Live Sky MapStar Tracker Lite-Live Sky MapFree4.6★ (2K)YesYesJul 2026
8Constellation Map mobileConstellation Map mobileFree4.7★ (4.6K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Stars And Planets Telescope

Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets#1

Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets by Vito Technology Inc.

Night Sky Guide - Star Map AR
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
4.7😐(25K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌌 Beautiful, so useful. So many options.
  • 🔭 Great app for an amateur astronomer
  • 🌟 Amazing, so informative and easy to navigate
  • 🌎 Awesome app to learn about the night sky

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Too many ads, can't use without subscribing
  • 🤖 AR feature is hard to activate and use
  • 🧭 Compass and direction tracking issues
Planets#2

Planets by Q Continuum

Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😊(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

  • 🤩 Amazing app
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🌟 Accurate and informative
  • 🔭 Helpful for stargazing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🧭 Compass/orientation issues
  • 🌑 Inaccurate moon phase information
Stellarium Mobile - Star Map#3

Stellarium Mobile - Star Map by Noctua Software Limited

Watch night sky, find stars
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.8😊(36K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#87in Education
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Fabulous star tracking
  • 🌌 Detailed night sky information
  • 🔭 Helpful for stargazing and astronomy
  • 👍 User-friendly interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding some objects
  • 🌓 Inaccurate moon/planet positions in daylight

More Stars And Planets Telescope apps to explore

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Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Star Gazer - Live Sky View Map
Planet & Constellation Finder
Free

Explore the night sky with a powerful stargazing companion. Identify stars, planets, and constellations with real-time tracking and stunning 3D visualizations. Stay informed about cosmic events and learn fascinating facts about the universe.

Live sky view mapStar and constellation identificationDetailed celestial object information
🔧 Utilities
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Star & Planet Finder
Star & Planet Finder
Star & Planet Finder
by Nir Alperovitch
Free

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.

Augmented Reality displayCompass, GPS, accelerometer, camera, and clock integrationLocate planets, stars, constellations, and satellites
📚 Education
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Stargazing: Stars & Planets
Live Sky Map – 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
📚 Education
(482)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
🔍 Reference
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
📚 Education
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
🔍 Reference
(74K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Seestar
Seestar
Seestar
Smart Astronomical Telescope
Free

Explore the universe with a smart telescope that simplifies stargazing. Automatically find, focus, and capture celestial objects without professional guidance. Observe stars, the sun, and even landscapes with intuitive app control.

Wireless control of telescopeAutomatic celestial object finding and trackingSolar observation with filter
📷 Photo & Video
(308)
paid
11
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
SkySafari 7 Pro
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$29.99

Explore the night sky with an extensive astronomy database and advanced planning tools. Discover astronomical events, control your telescope, and connect with other stargazers in real-time.

Extensive celestial object databaseAdvanced event finderTelescope control (ASCOM Alpaca, INDI, StarSense)
🔍 Reference
(4.9K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
📚 Education
(4.6K)
free
13
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
📚 Education
(67K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
🔍 Reference
(367K)
free with in-app purchases
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
🗺️ Navigation
(10K)
paid
16
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
📚 Education
(3.9K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Carte Du Ciel
Carte Du Ciel
Carte Du Ciel
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.

Augmented reality sky identification3D simulation of the visible universeReal-time celestial object tracking
📚 Education
(25K)
free with in-app purchases
18
StarMap 3D+ Plus
StarMap 3D+ Plus
StarMap 3D+ Plus
Star Map, Constellation Finder
$2.99

Explore the cosmos with a portable star atlas. Identify planets, constellations, and deep sky objects using your device's sensors. Features detailed information and 3D visualizations for both beginners and advanced astronomers.

Real-time satellite tracking (ISS, Hubble)Extensive star and deep sky object databaseDetailed constellation information and lines
📚 Education
(6.7K)
free with in-app purchases
19
SkySafari
SkySafari
SkySafari
Astronomy Guide To Night Sky
$4.99

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.

Point and identify stars, planets, and constellationsExplore astrophotography in the Image GalleryView real-time sky visibility in 'Sky Tonight'
🔍 Reference
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Solar Walk Lite - Planetarium
Planets System & Astronomy 3D
Free

Explore our Solar System in an interactive 3D model. Discover celestial bodies with detailed information, real photos, and stunning visuals. This free app offers a pocket planetarium experience without requiring an internet connection.

Interactive 3D Solar System modelReal-time celestial body positionsDetailed information and photos
🔍 Reference
(31K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Stars And Planets Telescope

What are the best stars and planets telescope apps for iPhone?
Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets tops our stars and planets telescope apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 25K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 15 of the top stars and planets telescope apps we rank are free to download, including Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets and Planets.
Star Walk:Find Stars & Planets shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 184+ stars and planets telescope apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Star Walk acts as an interactive guide to the night sky. It uses your device's sensors to identify stars, planets, constellations, and other celestial objects in real-time. You can point your device at the sky to see what you're looking at, and tap on objects for more information.
Key features include a real-time night sky map, augmented reality (AR) sky view, the ability to explore over 200,000 celestial bodies with detailed information, an astronomical calendar for events, and a 'Time Machine' to view the sky at different times. It also offers a night mode for better visibility.