Features & Capabilities

SkySafari 7 Pro is a feature-rich astronomy app that helps you find stars, plan observations, and control compatible telescopes. It offers the largest database of celestial objects, accurate ephemeris, immersive sky simulations, and cloud-backed data via LiveSky.

Version 7 introduces the Events Finder, revamped notifications, expanded telescope support (ASCOM Alpaca, INDI & StarSense Explorer), social features like OneSky and SkyCast, the Sky Tonight view for what’s visible tonight, and improved observation tools. It also supports iOS 18 and iPhone 16. Note: SkySafari 8 Pro is available, and this older version may be removed from sale soon.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Simulation Curriculum Corp.
Rating:
4.60
(5,332)
9 new ratings
Version:
7.6.6 Last updated: 2025-10-31
Version code:
879370627
Creation date:
2021-11-04
Compatible devices:
Size:
2.36GB
Price:
29.99
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Ranking

Other platforms

Android
SkySafari 7 Pro (v7.6.5.4)
29,974 4.02 (1,898)

Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Simulation Curriculum Corp.
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skysafari-7-pro/id1567658979
Website:
https://www.skysafariastronomy.com

User Reviews

SkySafari 7 Pro is praised for its feature-rich toolkit (telescope control, data depth, logging) and large catalogs with solid event/photography planning. Longtime users view it as essential and worth the investment. However, reviews repeatedly fault the price/upgrade prompts, UI regressions, and stability issues (crashes). Data migration and syncing problems between versions also frustrate users. Overall, it’s a powerful app with strong functionality, but concerns about cost, UX quality, and reliability temper enthusiasm.
Pros
  • Full-featured toolkit for astronomy, including telescope/mount control, data drill-down, and observation logging.
  • Extensive star/planet catalogs and planning tools ideal for events and astrophotography.
  • Longstanding, trusted app with ongoing development; many users feel it’s essential and worth the investment.
  • Strong hardware integration, including the ability to connect to SCT telescopes.
Cons
  • Frequent upgrade prompts and an expensive upgrade/subscription model.
  • UI changes and regressions that make the app feel less intuitive than older versions.
  • Stability issues, with crashes and freezes occurring, notably when pressing features like 'tonight'.
  • Data migration/sync problems when moving from older versions (preferences/favorites, iCloud sync) hindering a smooth transition.
Recent reviews
I use APOD every morning and search the topic astro object. But more and more, “Item is not found” returns. I’ve been using series versions of this app. It is clearly time to improve the base data base.
by ks*****, 2026-05-27

There is a “white line” stuck on the screen now with the previously selected object orbit. The white line stays on the screen and won’t go away. Is this a scheme to get users to pay another $50 for an unimpressive upgrade???
by iT*****, 2026-05-10

I have had the pro version for many years. I feel like the changes have dumb my version down. It’s unfortunate because I love this app.
by Js*****, 2026-05-08
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