# Star Walk 2 Pro：Night Sky View > Stargazing Guide App. Stars and constellations map. Solar system planets finder. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Vito Technology - **Category:** EDUCATION - **Downloads:** 858,476 - **Rating:** 4.66 / 5 (32,469 ratings) - **Version:** 2.21.0 - **Last updated:** 2026-08-05 - **First published:** 2015-03-12 - **Publisher country:** DE - **Size:** 179 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-12 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2) - **Website:** [https://starwalk.space](https://starwalk.space/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://vitotechnology.com/privacy-policy.html](http://vitotechnology.com/privacy-policy.html) ## Description **Star Walk 2 Pro: Night Sky View** is an advanced stargazing guide app designed for both beginners and experienced astronomy enthusiasts. It offers a detailed, real-time map of stars, constellations, and planets visible from anywhere at any time. With its intuitive interface, users can easily navigate the night sky by swiping or zooming, enabling a rich, interactive experience. Key features include Augmented Reality (AR) stargazing, which overlays celestial objects onto your device's live camera view, making it easier to identify stars, satellites, and planets. The app includes extensive information about the solar system, deep-sky objects, meteor showers, and space missions. Additional functionalities allow users to view sky maps at different dates and times, enhancing learning and exploration. Star Walk 2 Pro also serves as an educational tool used in astronomy lessons and tourism, supporting a deeper understanding and appreciation of the cosmos. Night mode enables comfortable viewing in low light conditions. This app is perfect for anyone eager to explore, learn, and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. ## Rankings - #74,502 — Overall ## Permissions and access ### Permissions - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE` - `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS` - `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION` - `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE` - `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY` - `android.permission.CAMERA` - `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS` - `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE` - `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED` - `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO` - `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.BILLING` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE` - `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` - `com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2.permission.C2D_MESSAGE` ## Review summary Star Walk 2 Pro delivers rich astronomy data, strong satellite/ISS tracking, and striking visuals, combining beginner-friendly controls with advanced options. Reviewers praise its depth, accuracy, and affordable value. However, recurring concerns center on pricing and data reliability: a forced or confusing subscription model with extra in-app purchases and limited refunds; live-sky data sometimes omits or mislabels planets and galaxies and isn’t consistently updated; and satellite tracking can be inaccurate or unstable on some devices. These trade-offs keep it compelling but frustrating for some users. ### Pros - Extensive star/space data with satellites and ISS tracking, plus add-ons; works for both beginners and advanced users. - Spectacular visuals and beautiful constellation drawings; live sky view feels polished and magical. - Accurate sky positions and locations for stars/planets, enhancing learning and navigation. - Easy-to-use interface with customizable settings; long-term value and good upgrade path. - Affordable value for what you get, even with optional add-ons. ### Cons - Pricing model is problematic: forced subscription for content previously purchased and extra payments to enable features, with no refunds offered. - Live sky map often lacks or mislabels objects (e.g., Jupiter not shown, Pleiades missing) and isn’t consistently updated. - Satellite tracking/calibration issues: on some devices the live sky map doesn’t converge or track satellites reliably. ## Similar extensions and apps - [Star Walk - Night Sky Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk) — 1,814,064 users, 3.60 / 5 - [Star Walk 2 Plus: Sky Map View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2Free) — 41,687,913 users, 4.55 / 5 - [Night Sky View - Star Map Walk](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.night.sky.view.sky.app) — 33,201 users, 2.71 / 5 - [Star Wander - Night Sky Guide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.faintmoon.staratlas) — 10,960 users - [Star Finder – Night Sky View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sky.view.observatory.all.planets.eclipse) — 521,144 users, 3.42 / 5 - [Star Guide: Night Sky Map](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.starregistration.planetarium) — 116,055 users, 4.43 / 5 - [Sky Walk - Sky View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.skyview.starwalk.sky.nightsky.skymap.startracker) — 209,436 users, 4.00 / 5 - [Star Map Tracker: Stargazing](https://chrome-stats.com/d/us.kvasha.startracker) — 186,597 users, 3.84 / 5 - [Night Sky View - Sky Map View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.night.sky.map.sky.view) — 264,510 users - [StarView: Sky Map Night View](https://chrome-stats.com/d/sky.night.view.map.explorer) — 652,396 users, 4.16 / 5 - [AstroView: Stargazing Guide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.thinkai.skynight) — 34 users - [Sky Tonight - Star Gazer Guide](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.sky.tonight.map.star.walk) — 6,656,451 users, 4.66 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vitotechnology.StarWalk2)