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Zoom in on celestial objects

View celestial objects like the Sun, Moon, planets, stars, and galaxies. Zoom up to a million times with pinch gestures. Lock the screen to stabilize the view. Use the search arrow to locate sky objects.

by Oleg Sur★ 4.380 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-09

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  1. Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live app icon

    Star Walk 2 Pro: Sky Map Live

    Vito Technology Inc.

    Explore stars, constellations, and celestial bodies

    Explore the night sky by pointing your device toward the sky. Identify stars, comets, constellations, and celestial bodies. Tap to view detailed information about each object. Sync with GPS and device sensors for accurate positioning.

    ★ 4.767,255 ratingsEducation$2.99Data updated 2026-10-09
  2. Starlight® - Explore the Stars app icon

    Starlight® - Explore the Stars

    ION6, LLC

    Celestial bodies and constellations

    Point your device to view , planets, and constellations in real time. Identify celestial objects with detailed information. Track planetary movement and lunar phases. View constellations with stellar classifications and vibrant visuals.

    ★ 4.73,168 ratingsEducation$2.99Data updated 2026-09-27
  3. Star Rover HD - Night Sky Map app icon

    Star Rover HD - Night Sky Map

    寒飞 易

    Explore celestial objects in real time

    View a real-time map based on your location. Identify stars, planets, constellations, and the moon. Adjust the view by moving your device. Zoom in for detailed celestial objects. Share observations or save screenshots of the sky.

    ★ 4.797 ratingsEducation$1.99Data updated 2026-09-08
  1. Planisphere app icon

    Planisphere

    Julian James

    Explore the celestial map above.

    The app displays the sky map with constellations, stars, and celestial objects. Users can search for objects and view their rise and setting times.

    ★ 3.04 ratingsReference$1.99Data updated 2026-10-03
  2. Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide app icon

    Sky Tonight - Stargazing Guide

    Vito Technology Inc.

    Identify celestial objects

    Explore the night sky by identifying celestial objects, tracking astronomical events, and locating specific space bodies. Adjust constellation visuals, set reminders for celestial events, and customize the experience.

    ★ 4.875,903 ratingsReferenceFreeData updated 2026-10-08
  3. Star Walk HD - Night Sky View app icon

    Star Walk HD - Night Sky View

    Vito Technology Inc.

    Explore celestial bodies and constellations

    Explore celestial bodies with real-time sky mapping and interactive guides. Identify stars, planets, and constellations. Access detailed information about over 200,000 objects. 3D models of celestial entities.

    ★ 4.86,349 ratingsEducation$4.99Data updated 2026-09-08
  4. Planets app icon

    Planets

    Dana Peters

    Explore in 3D view

    Explore the solar system with 3D views of and the moon. Locate celestial bodies using 2D and 3D sky maps. Check visibility times for . Rotate a 3D globe to view planetary details.

    ★ 4.5972 ratingsUtilitiesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  5. Star Chart Infinite app icon

    Star Chart Infinite

    ESCAPE VELOCITY LIMITED

    Explore stars with AR guidance

    Explore celestial objects with an augmented reality interface. Point your device at the sky to view stars, planets, and constellations. Learn about astronomical data and history. Save and share observations. Sync with real-time sky maps.

    ★ 4.6574 ratingsEducation$4.99Data updated 2026-09-08
  6. Solar Walk Ads+:Planets System app icon

    Solar Walk Ads+:Planets System

    Vito Technology Inc.

    Explore planets and space objects 3D

    Explore a 3D model of the with interactive planets, satellites, and space objects. Rotate and zoom to view celestial bodies. Learn about planetary facts and orbit paths. Share discoveries via social media.

    ★ 4.69,789 ratingsReferenceFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  7. Distant Suns 5 app icon

    Distant Suns 5

    Mike Smithwick

    Explore celestial objects and constellations

    Explore the night sky with real-time star maps and celestial navigation. Identify constellations, planets, and galaxies. Set location and date for accurate sky views. Share observations and save custom star charts.

    ★ 4.397 ratingsEducation$2.99Data updated 2026-09-08
  8. SkySafari 8 Pro app icon

    SkySafari 8 Pro

    Simulation Curriculum Corp.

    Explore celestial objects and constellations

    Reference "Access detailed astronomical data and star maps. Plan observations and track celestial events. Control telescopes and cameras remotely. Customize UI themes and view high-resolution sky charts."

    ★ 4.7778 ratingsReference$34.99Data updated 2026-10-09
  9. Luminos Pro app icon

    Luminos Pro

    Wobbleworks LLC

    Explore stars, planets, and galaxies

    Explore celestial objects with detailed star maps and constellation guides. View 5 million stars and 5,000 years of eclipses. Track planets, moons, and Messier objects. Receive on-device recommendations based on location and time.

    ★ 4.7251 ratingsReferenceFreeData updated 2026-09-17
  10. Circular Tiny Planet Editor app icon

    Circular Tiny Planet Editor

    James Grote

    Edit photos and create images

    Edit photos into 360-degree images. Zoom in and out for precise adjustments. Add professional effects like lens flares and sky objects such as the sun, moon, planets, and birds. Export and share the final image.

    ★ 4.7658 ratingsPhoto & Video$4.99Data updated 2026-10-08
  11. Star Rover - Stargazing Guide app icon

    Star Rover - Stargazing Guide

    寒飞 易

    Explore the night sky above.

    The app displays stars, planets, and constellations in their correct positions based on the user's location. Users can explore the night sky, view celestial objects, and adjust the sky map in real time as they move their device.

    ★ 4.7414 ratingsEducation$1.99Data updated 2026-10-04
  12. 3D Earth & moon, sun and stars app icon

    3D Earth & moon, sun and stars

    Evgeny Tormozov

    Explore in 3D with real-time rendering

    Explore a 3D model of with real-time sun position and dynamic lighting. Rotate the globe, zoom in on continents, and view and galaxies. Adjust lighting effects and track celestial movements. Share the view via screen recording or screenshot.

    ★ 4.55,140 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-15
  13. EARTH 3D | Ultra real planet app icon

    EARTH 3D | Ultra real planet

    Dmitry Alaev

    Explore 3D and galaxies

    View a -time 3D with accurate sun and moon positions. Explore high-quality textures with bump mapping for detailed terrain. Display your current location using geolocation. Render billions of stars and galaxies with advanced graphics.

    ★ 4.56,186 ratingsUtilitiesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  14. Cosmology app icon

    Cosmology

    Aaron Day

    Explore space with high-res images

    Explore high-resolution images of planets, nebulae, and galaxies. Navigate through the solar system and its major moons. Learn about the formation and evolution of celestial objects. Access a narrative on the origins of the universe by Dr. Aaron Day.

    ★ 4.7550 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-10
  15. Stargazing: Stars & Planets app icon

    Stargazing: Stars & Planets

    TVGSOFT LIMITED

    Point your phone to identify and

    Identify , , and constellations by pointing the phone skyward. View real-time sky maps with overlays. Learn about celestial objects and satellites. Set location for accurate sky display. Save favorite constellations and .

    ★ 4.31,075 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-10-04
  16. 3D Solar System - Planets View app icon

    3D Solar System - Planets View

    Education Terra OOO

    Explore and celestial objects

    Explore the with a 3D and AR model. Learn about , moons, stars, and constellations with detailed information. Complete interactive tasks and tests. an interactive map and planetary arrangement.

    ★ 4.41,701 ratingsEducationFreeData updated 2026-09-09

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