What is the best star tracker app for Android?

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Best star tracker app for Android	Price	Last Updated
-- Star Tracker	-	Aug 22, 2019
-- Astro Panel	-	Jul 23, 2018
-- SkEye \| Astronomy	-	Jan 1, 2019
-- Google Sky Map	-	Oct 18, 2018
-- NASA App	-	Aug 13, 2018

Star Tracker

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Simple to use

SkEye | Astronomy

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Easy search function

When a planet or star is searched, a guiding arrow appears that directs the user to the correct location. See More

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Unreliable search function

When searching for specific stars or celestial bodies, SkEye doesn't always bring back the intended results. See More

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Important data is clearly displayed

This app always displays altitude and azimuth data in large clear numbers. See More

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Doesn't work well directly above the user

At the zenith (highest point in the sky), this app's navigation stops working correctly. See More

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Frequent updates

SkEye is known for having periodic updates that expand this app's capabilities. See More

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Works without GPS

Most star trackers rely on GPS for important location information. If GPS isn't available, the user can enter longitude, latitude, and elevation automatically. See More

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Connects directly to telescope

SkEye is capable of hooking directly to a telescope through the optical tube assembly. Once SkEye is connected, it assists users in finding specific stars or celestial bodies. See More

Google Sky Map

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Layers can be chosen

For users who are looking for a particular planet, star, or constellation, all other listings in the app can be disabled except for the target. See More

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Requires GPS to be activated

Sky Map won't work without GPS. See More

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Clearly lists what is being viewed

When the phone is aimed at a certain star, the name of the star (or stars) will come up on the screen. This app lists names of stars, constellations, and planets. See More

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Hard to navigate

Depending on the environment, Sky Map can be hard to use because of the app's controls and the current visibility. See More

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Search function for finding specific objects

As long as the name of the star or planet is known, it can be found using this app. It is much easier to find an object using the in-app search function than trying to locate it based on other stars or planets. Once the object is searched, an arrow will be displayed that directs the user to the right location in the sky. See More

NASA App

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Updated daily

The NASA app has tons of information, most of which is updated constantly. See More

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Not much info on celestial bodies

While this app gives users a ton of information on NASA's activities, it doesn't provide useful information for stars. See More

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A huge selection of content

Has over 14,000 images with more added regularly. In addition to images, this app also offers articles videos, TV feeds, and radio in order for users to get the most out of their viewing experience. See More

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Informs users of missions

The Missions calendar lets people see launch schedules and viewing opportunities based on current location. Countdown clocks are included for more precise timing. See More

Sky Map of Constellations

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Auto or manual navigation

This app can be set to display objects in the sky where the device is facing, or users can manually browse by scrolling. See More

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Difficult to navigate correctly

When using automatic navigation, this app tends to behave sporadically, making it difficult to find intended objects or browse smoothly. See More

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Zoom controls available

With this app, users can zoom in to get a closer look at any object. See More

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Displays objects in layers that can be turned on and off

Stars, constellations, grid lines, and more can be toggled in order to see specifically what is needed. See More

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Helps users find specific objects

Just type in the name of the desired star or constellation and Sky Map of Constellations will guide the user towards that object using a red arrow. See More

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