KStars vs SkyORB
KStars
kstars.kde.orgSkyORB
skyorb.appSide by side
| Figure | KStars | SkyORB |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · Astronomy Apps | 7.9 (#13) | 8.9 (#2) |
| 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. |
Plans
SkyORB
- SkyORB ClassicFree
- SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch$4.99, paid once
- SkyORB ∞ for Mac$6.99, paid once
In their own words
SkyORB
SkyORB is an astronomy app for exploring the sky, the Solar System, and astronomical events. SkyORB ∞ combines a real-time 3D planetarium and sky chart with augmented reality, so astronomical information can be viewed over the surroundings. Users can choose an observation location or allow location access, then view the sky at different dates and times. Its event calendar and notifications cover occasions including meteor showers, eclipses, sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset. The app also tracks satellites and provides information about planets, asteroids, and deep-space objects. SkyORB Classic includes a star catalog, an interactive map with multiple projections, meteor-shower forecasts, and solar and lunar data. The maker lists Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows; SkyORB ∞ is also listed for Apple Watch and tvOS. SkyORB Classic is free. SkyORB ∞ for iOS, tvOS and Apple Watch is $4.99, paid once, and SkyORB ∞ for Mac is $6.99, paid once.