For Backyard Observers
Leverage the power of SkyTools to make every observing session a successful one. SkyTools makes what is difficult about the hobby easier: know which objects are worth looking at in your telescope. Observe them when they are at their best without having to know the details of airmass, zenith distance, or astronomical seeing. Find them without tedious star hopping.
Core Features
Nightly Planner
There is nothing else that comes close to the Nightly Planner, both in terms of raw power and ease of use. It distills the most sophisticated astronomical calculations into a remarkably simple interface.
Event Finder
Heralds upcoming meteor showers, eclipses, transits, appulses, Jupiter satellite events, GRS transits, and informs you when a faint planetary satellite is far enough away to spot.
Custom Finder Charts
Finder charts are customized for your telescope/binoculars. Each view matches your orientation and shows only the stars that you will see in the eyepiece, replacing tedious star hopping.
Observing Logbook & Log Browser
Comprehensive logging system with advanced search capabilities and smart default system that makes entry as painless as possible.
See the main overview for more features.