SkyORB
7.7#3 in astronomy apps$4.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
VisitSkyORB vs Stellarium
Stellarium
6.4#16 in astronomy appsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | SkyORB | Stellarium |
|---|---|---|
| Security | The privacy policy says the app implements reasonable security measures, but does not name a certification or compliance standard. | The opened official pages do not state security certifications or compliance claims. |
| Support | The maker directs users to contact SkyORB support at [email protected]. | The project directs users to discussions, a mailing list, a wiki, an FAQ, and GitHub for support, bug reports, and feature requests. |
SkyORB plans
- SkyORB ClassicFree
- SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch$4.99, paid once
- SkyORB ∞ for Mac$6.99, paid once
Stellarium plans
- StellariumFree
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.
Pick Stellarium if…
Stellarium suits people who want a detailed sky simulation on a desktop, including users interested in telescope control or exploring different cultural sky traditions. Its offline access also suits users who want to use the desktop software without a connection.