Research and editing
The SmartTelescopes editorial team researches smart telescopes from manufacturer documents, published measurements and owner reports.
Best-of list
Sixteen current smart telescopes compared on published specs, independent reviews and owner reports, from the 840 g DWARF mini to the 6-inch Celestron Origin. Which to buy for your sky, targets, budget and how far you'll carry it.
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Best-of list
The easiest smart telescopes to get a good first image with: simple apps, automatic setup, a tripod and solar filter in the box, and plenty of help online when something goes wrong.
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Comparison
A 6-inch f/2.2 RASA home observatory against a 50 mm premium apochromat: light-gathering, detail, field of view, portability, battery, warranty and price ($4,299 vs $2,990).
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