BXA vs DWARFLAB App
BXA
johannesbuchner.github.ioDWARFLAB App
site.dwarflabapp.comSide by side
| Figure | BXA | DWARFLAB App |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Astronomy Apps | 7.9 (#12) | 8.0 (#11) |
| Purpose | BXA connects Xspec and Sherpa X-ray spectral analysis environments to UltraNest for Bayesian parameter estimation and model comparison. | The app wirelessly connects to and controls DWARFLAB smart telescopes. |
| Support | The project directs users to file bug reports and feedback as GitHub issues and asks bug reports to include operating system, Sherpa or Xspec version, setup details, and reproduction steps. | Users can upload logs for troubleshooting and bug fixing; the policy lists [email protected] for account-deletion assistance and privacy requests. |
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In their own words
DWARFLAB App
DWARFLAB App is a free mobile application for wirelessly connecting to and controlling DWARFLAB smart telescopes. It runs on Android, iPhone, and iPad, with offline access, an AR sky view, and learning content. The download page lists DWARF mini, DWARF 3, and DWARF II as supported telescopes. Astrophotography tools include a star atlas, automatic star tracking, real-time and onboard image stacking, astro-curve adjustments, color grading, cloud processing, and multi-format export. You can select a moving target manually or use telescope recognition to track and record it. One-click gigapixel panorama stitching and time-lapse photography support tracking of the Sun, Moon, and stars. An account is optional for telescope control. Community functions may support publishing, comments, interaction, and sharing. Logs can be uploaded for troubleshooting; uploaded logs are retained up to 14 days.