KStars
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VisitKStars vs SkyORB
What both publish
| Fact | KStars | SkyORB |
|---|---|---|
| Observation planning | Its observation planner orders objects for an observing session and can download DSS images for offline comparison. | Users can set an observation location or let the app access their location, and can view the sky at different dates and times. |
| Privacy | KDE's software privacy policy says KDE software generally does not transmit information from users' devices except as a result of explicit user action, with some exceptions described in the policy. | The privacy policy says the app does not collect personal information, require an account, track users, or store usage data on company servers. |
KStars plans
- KStarsFree
SkyORB plans
- SkyORB ClassicFree
- SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch$4.99, paid once
- SkyORB ∞ for Mac$6.99, paid once
Pick KStars if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.