SkySafari 7 Pro
authentic ratingFor serious observers with a telescope this is still the best tool for aiming and object reference, many buy every version for years. But recent updates added game-like and social features with sound effects that get in the way of veterans, and Live Sky is called useless. On top of that there are regular crashes when connecting to StarSense and when adding to an observing list.
62real score
4.6store star
5,381ratings
About the rating
Reviews are full of specifics from experienced observers, references to Celestron StarSense and Meade LX600 scopes, version numbers, Skywire serial connections, the kind of detail only real users write.
Strengths
What users love
- Precise telescope aiming and detailed object info
- The best cosmos reference
- Easy connection to scopes like the Meade LX600
- Event notifications
Weak spots
What users hate
- Crashes when connecting to StarSense and when adding an object to a list
- The interface got cluttered with new games and sounds that a solo observer does not want
- The database sometimes cannot find an object
Who it is for
An experienced amateur astronomer with a telescope who aims by the app and keeps observing lists