InstaSky
LiveReal-time sky map — explore 132,000+ objects from your phone
EducationAbout this App
Explore the universe from the palm of your hand. InstaSky is a real-time sky map that transforms your phone into a powerful planetarium — point your device at the sky and instantly identify stars, planets, constellations, galaxies, comets, asteroids, and meteor showers. A free tier gets you the full sky experience. InstaSky Plus unlocks advanced astrophysical data, premium sky cultures, and powerful analysis tools. No ads, no tracking — ever.
Features
- 132,000+ celestial objects — stars, deep sky objects, planets, comets, asteroids, dwarf planets, and meteor showers
- Real-time sky tracking using GPS and motion sensors — point your phone and explore
- Tap any object for instant info — name, magnitude, distance, coordinates, constellation
- All 110 Messier objects and thousands of NGC/IC deep sky objects
- Full solar system — Moon phase, planet brightness, rise/set times, and conjunction tracking
- Minor bodies — comets, asteroids, and dwarf planets with orbital elements and live sky positions
- Meteor shower radiants — drift-corrected positions with active/inactive status display
- Share any celestial object via deep link — recipients open the exact object in InstaSky
- AR camera overlay — see stars, planets, and constellations superimposed on a live camera view
- 5 sky cultures — IAU Modern, H.A. Rey, Chinese Traditional, Indian Nakshatras, and Al-Sufi (Islamic)
- All 88 constellation patterns, art overlays, names, and boundary lines
- Powerful search — category tabs, subcategories, catalog number lookup (HIP, HD, HR, NGC, IC)
- Time Travel — explore the sky at any past or future date and time
- 12 customizable layers — grid, ecliptic, proper motion vectors, constellation art, and more
- Sky themes: Day, Night, and Stargazing — plus red Night Vision mode for dark-sky observing
- Favorites and built-in Sky Guide for curated sky exploration
- Fully offline — all 132,000+ object catalogs bundled with the app
- No analytics, no ads, no tracking — your location and sky never leave your device
The Story
InstaSky was crafted to turn every phone into a personal planetarium — built with precision astronomical data and a deep respect for the night sky experience. No ads, no tracking, just the stars.