About SmartTelescopes

SmartTelescopes helps stargazers choose, compare, set up and fix smart telescopes. We publish best-of lists, head-to-head comparisons, single-model reviews and step-by-step troubleshooting and settings guides for every major brand.

Who we are

SmartTelescopes is published by Infocedia, an independent publisher of research-based buying guides. We are not owned by, and do not work for, any telescope maker or retailer.

How we research

We do not run a test lab, and we do not claim to have used every telescope we write about. Instead, we compare what can be checked:

• manufacturer manuals, spec sheets and warranty terms;
• independent measurements, official sample images and published owner images with their exposure details;
• reports from real owners in forums, communities and video reviews, credited and linked;
• support documents and recall notices.

Every spec on the site links to where it came from, and our research method explains how scores are calculated.

Get in touch

Found a mistake, own a smart telescope and want to share how it really performs, or have a question? Contact us. Corrections are always welcome.