Gaia Sky
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VisitGaia Sky vs SkyORB
What both publish
| Fact | Gaia Sky | SkyORB |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | ESA describes Gaia Sky as an open-source project developed since 2014. | 1994 |
| Integrations | SAMP support enables interoperability with Topcat and Aladin. | SkyORB ∞ uses ARKit for automatic location detection, according to the maker’s development post. |
| Privacy | The website says it does not use cookies, tracking codes, analytics scripts, or other privacy-invasive mechanisms. | The privacy policy says the app does not collect personal information, require an account, track users, or store usage data on company servers. |
Gaia Sky plans
- Gaia SkyFree
SkyORB plans
- SkyORB ClassicFree
- SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch$4.99, paid once
- SkyORB ∞ for Mac$6.99, paid once
Pick Gaia Sky if…
Gaia Sky suits astronomy learners and users who want to explore scientific datasets on a desktop. It may also suit users who need to load their own catalog data or use scripting and SAMP-compatible software.
Pick SkyORB if…
SkyORB suits people who want to explore the sky, plan observations for different times or locations, and follow astronomical events. SkyORB Classic offers a free option with a star catalog and interactive map.