# Stellarium Plus - Star Map > Identify stars, planets & constellations in a realistic 3D sky map Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.noctuasoftware.stellarium\_plus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_plus) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_plus` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Noctua Software - **Category:** EDUCATION - **Downloads:** 146,195 - **Rating:** 4.75 / 5 (8,074 ratings) - **Version:** 1.16.6 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-20 - **First published:** 2019-03-18 - **Publisher country:** HK - **Size:** 124 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-12 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_plus) - **Website:** [https://www.stellarium-labs.com/](https://www.stellarium-labs.com/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://www.stellarium-labs.com/privacy-policy-for-stellarium-mobile-android](https://www.stellarium-labs.com/privacy-policy-for-stellarium-mobile-android) ## Description **Stellarium Plus - Star Map** is a powerful planetarium app that displays the night sky exactly as you see it. Simply point your phone at the sky to identify stars, constellations, planets, comets, satellites like the ISS, and other celestial objects in real time. Its minimalist interface makes it ideal for enthusiasts of all levels, including children. This Plus version expands the experience with a massive database of up to magnitude 22 stars and millions of deep sky objects like nebulas and galaxies. Advanced features include realistic sunrise and sunset simulations, 3D solar system renderings, night mode to preserve night vision, and telescope control via Bluetooth or WiFi with compatibility for NexStar, SynScan, and LX200 protocols. You can even prepare advanced observing sessions and use the app offline with a reduced dataset. Developed by the original creator of the open-source Stellarium, this extension delivers one of the most detailed and immersive astronomy tools available. ## Rankings - #185,373 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT` - `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC` - `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_plus.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Review summary Stellarium Plus is praised for its user-friendly, feature-rich interface, strong planning and real-time visibility tools, and robust hardware integration with GoTo mounts. Reviewers value the Plus version for mount control, and the app’s colorful, informative constellation visuals. Regular updates and responsive support are also highlighted. The main drawbacks center on update-related stability issues (e.g., broken search after updates and occasional unresponsiveness). Some users also request feature enhancements like object imagery, type-based filtering, and custom landscapes to bridge gaps with desktop versions. ### Pros - Easy to use and feature-rich interface. - Powerful planning and sky-visibility tools (yearly planning, minute-by-minute viewing). - Excellent hardware integration and Plus value (GoTo mounts, SynScan, improved mount control). - Rich visuals with constellations and names, colorful and informative. - Regular updates and responsive support from the developers. ### Cons - Update-related stability issues (including a broken search tool after updates and occasional unresponsiveness). ## Similar extensions and apps - [Stellarium - Star Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_free) — 45,812,311 users, 4.78 / 5 - [Star Walk 2 Plus: Sky Map View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2Free) — 41,687,913 users, 4.55 / 5 - [SmartStellar](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.astroarts.android.stlnav) — 14,832 users - [Stargazing: Stars & Planets](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tvgsoft.stargazing.skyview) — 97,348 users, 4.46 / 5 - [Planetarium - Stargazing Guide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tinyboat.stars) — 466 users - [Sky Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.google.android.stardroid) — 71,750,210 users, 4.13 / 5 - [Starlight® - Explore the Stars](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gyrocade.starlight) — 1,443,114 users, 4.73 / 5 - [Stars n Constellations](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ScintilApps.StarsnConstellations) — 2,124 users - [Star Walk - Night Sky Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk) — 1,814,064 users, 3.60 / 5 - [Sky Tonight - Star Gazer Guide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.sky.tonight.map.star.walk) — 6,656,451 users, 4.66 / 5 - [StarView: Sky Map Night View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sky.night.view.map.explorer) — 652,396 users, 4.16 / 5 - [StarGlobe - Star Map & Sky](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.starglobe.app) — 56 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_plus)