Sky Map

What Sky Map does

Sky Map turns your phone into a guide to the night sky. Point it upward to see a map of the stars and identify celestial objects in the direction you’re facing. It suits curious beginners who want a quick way to make sense of what they can see, as well as anyone who wants a handy sky reference outdoors.

Finding your way around

The map uses your phone’s sensors to follow its orientation, connecting the view on screen with the sky above you. Search for an object to get help locating it, or adjust what appears on the map by showing or hiding types of celestial objects. These options are useful when you’re looking for one particular thing rather than browsing a busy sky chart.

A practical reference

Sky Map focuses on showing where things are, rather than providing long explanations about astronomy. Its interface is functional and centered on the map, so it may feel plain beside newer, more decorative apps. That straightforward approach works well for a quick identification tool, though people looking for in-depth articles or lessons may want a separate reference.

At a glance

Sky Map is listed in Books & Reference and is developed by Sky Map Devs. It has a 4.1-star rating from about 487,000 reviews and more than 50 million installs, suggesting it has found a broad audience among people exploring the sky. It is a focused option for turning a clear night into a chance to look up and learn.