Planisphere vs SkyMap
A side-by-side look at Planisphere and SkyMap. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
Planisphere
Education & Reference
Planisphere is a free, open source software for creating interactive star charts. It allows users to customize and generate maps of the night sky for any location and time.
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SkyMap
Education & Reference
SkyMap is a free stargazing app that allows users to explore and identify stars, constellations, planets, satellites, and other celestial objects visible in the night sky. It uses augmented reality and GPS to display accurate maps of the sky aligned to the user's precise location and direction they're facing.
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