KStars Alternatives

KStars is described as 'Accurate cross-platform astronomy simulation and astrophotography tool with Ekos suite, observation planner, "What's up Tonight", adjustable simulation speeds, and more' and is a Star Map in the education & reference category. There are more than 25 alternatives to KStars for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Android, Android Tablet and Windows apps. The best KStars alternative is Google Earth. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Google Earth or Stellarium. Other great apps like KStars are Gaia Sky, Noctua Stellarium, Solar System Scope and Sky Guide.

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  1. Aladin icon
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    Aladin is an interactive sky atlas allowing the user to visualize digitized astronomical images or full surveys, superimpose entries from astronomical catalogues or databases, and interactively access related data and information from the Simbad database, the VizieR service and...

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
  2. This program enables you to draw sky charts, making use of the data in 16 catalogs of stars and nebulae. In addition the position of planets, asteroids and comets are shown.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  3. The WorldWide Telescope (WWT) is a Web 2.0 visualization software environment that enables your computer to function as a virtual telescope, bringing together imagery from the best ground and space-based telescopes in the world for a seamless exploration of the universe.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
     
  4. Cosmic-Watch icon
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    Discover the fascinating relation between time and the cosmos. Enjoy this interactive learning tool and understand the concept of the celestial sphere and the apparent movement of the sky.

    38 Cosmic-Watch alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. Street View – World Explorer transforms your iPhone into a window to the planet. Move from a map to real street-level imagery with a single tap, and experience places as if you’re standing right there. No complicated tools, no clutter—just pure exploration.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  6. Earth3D app icon
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    Explore the world in real-time with Live Earth Camera Earth3D. View 3D Earth maps, live street view, famous landmarks, and nearby places all in one navigation app.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
     
  7. Try out the solar system simulator to see the distance to Mars or other planets. Point your iPhone to the sky and explore the movement of the sun, moon, planets and stars across the sky while you change time by swiping the display.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  8. Orrery icon
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    Enjoy a soothing journey through our solar system with realistic orbits and rich detail.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  9. Vortex Planetarium - Discover the sky.

    The most comprehesive, fully featured Planetarium on Android.

    Used by amateur astronomers and armchair observers alike, Vortex Planetarium offers a window to the skies in stunning detail.

    Features

    Augmented Reality (with camera support) .

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. Warp to distant stars and explore various exoplanets like lava worlds, water worlds, earthlike planets or massive jovians with Stars and Planets planetarium app and astronomy guide. Space is awesome and the universe is at your fingertips!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
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