Luminos Pro vs SkyORB
Luminos Pro
wobbleworks.comSkyORB
skyorb.appSide by side
| Figure | Luminos Pro | SkyORB |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $3/mo | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Spec score · Astronomy Apps | 8.1 (#10) | 8.9 (#2) |
| Audience | The App Store description says the app is intended for newcomers and seasoned astronomers. | The maker describes SkyORB ∞ as designed for people aged 7 to 77 who are passionate about exploring the cosmos. |
| Founded | 2010 | 1994 |
| Privacy | Wobbleworks says it collects only anonymous information and uses precise location only with permission for location-specific app features. | The privacy policy says the app does not collect personal information, require an account, track users, or store usage data on company servers. |
| Support | The maker's About page says John Stephen provides tech support. | The maker directs users to contact SkyORB support at [email protected]. |
Plans
Luminos Pro
- 1 month$3 a month
- 1 yearPrice not published
- 3 monthsPrice not published
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
Luminos Pro
Luminos Pro has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
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.