If you enjoy looking up at the night sky and gaze at the stars then check out our list of the best stargazing apps for the iPhone.
Distant Suns: Space Travel for the rest of us
Price: $0.99
For: iPhone and iPad
Distant Suns is a solid app because it has a database of over a hundred thousand stars. You don’t need an internet connection to use it. And you will also find interesting stories behind every constellation. This app is very informative an in-depth application.
SkyView Free - Explore the Universe
Price: Free
For: iPhone and iPad
Unlike like the other apps, Skyview utilizes the iPhone’s camera as its viewfinder. All you need to do is hold your phone up and discover the different objects in front of you. You can also choose future or past dates to see what the sky looks like at that certain time.
SkyORB
Price: Free
For: iPhone and iPad
SkyOrb has a really good 3D interface and very interesting features. You can search and find different stars, satellites and missions to space. You can also simulate the sky in any place on the globe. So if you have a friend abroad you can try to see what kind of sky they are looking at right now. You can also see what the past and future skies look like.
Planets
Price: Free
For: iPhone and iPad
This app is perfect for learning more about planets. It's a 3D guide for you the amateur astronomer or student. You can learn about each planet and when they can be viewed in the night sky.
NIGHT SKETCH
Price: $1.99
For: iPhone and iPad
This is a fun app to use when you are stargazing. You can create your own constellation by connecting different stars in the sky. Just hold your iPhone up and play 'connect the dots'. Now you can create and name your own constellation. You can also share it with your friends.