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Cartes du Ciel (Skychart) vs Vortex Planetarium

A side-by-side look at Cartes du Ciel (Skychart) and Vortex Planetarium. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Cartes du Ciel (Skychart)

Cartes du Ciel (Skychart)

Science & Education

Cartes du Ciel (Skychart) is a free, open-source planetarium software that allows users to map and track celestial objects like stars, planets, comets, etc. It offers features like telescope control, imaging capabilities, catalogues and simulations.

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Vortex Planetarium

Vortex Planetarium

Education & Reference

Vortex Planetarium is a free, open-source desktop planetarium software for Windows, Mac, and Linux. It allows users to visualize and explore the night sky, displaying stars, constellations, planets, comets, satellites, and more in an interactive 3D environment.

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