KStars vs Solar System Scope
A side-by-side look at KStars and Solar System Scope. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
KStars
Science & Education
KStars is a free, open source planetarium software for Linux and other UNIX-like systems. It allows users to visualize a realistic and accurate night sky, identify celestial objects like stars and planets, track their movement, and control telescopes for observation.
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Solar System Scope
Education & Reference
Solar System Scope is a 3D simulation of the solar system, planets, and major moons. It allows users to explore space from any point of view, including from the surface of planets and moons. The software visualizes orbits, planetary information, landscapes, and over 100,000 celestial objects.
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