Highest-Rated Telescopes on Astrosyo

The NexStar Evolution 8 EdgeHD integrates Celestron’s premium optics with StarSense auto-alignment and a modern computerized mount. While costly, it offers a near-complete observing platform with portability and upgradability.

The Orion SkyLine 6" is one of the best 6" Dobsonians out there.

The SkyLine 8 is a great scope, and comes with more features and accessories out of the box compared to the more basic 8” scopes sold at lower price tags.

The William Optics RedCat 51 is, to some, barely a telescope at all. In many ways, this telescope has more in common with a telephoto lens than a traditional refracting telescope.

Whether you use a DSLR or a cooled dedicated astronomy camera, the Sky-Watcher Esprit 100ED is a high-quality, compact, and capable telescope ideal for deep-sky astrophotography and a superb instrument for visual use as well.

The Sky-Watcher Virtuoso GTi 130P is a fantastic beginner or “Grab n’ go” telescope, though we do recommend the larger 150P which only costs a bit more too.

The Celestron CPC 1100 GPS is a powerhouse Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope that delivers amazing views — but its weight, price, and bulk make it best suited for experienced observers.

The Celestron NexStar Evolution 9.25” is a great scope bundled with a great mount and tripod - though it’s less portable than it may appear at first.

Research-based review of the Orion SkyQuest XT8 — a powerful and affordable 8-inch Dobsonian for serious beginners.

The Seestar S30 is an ultra-portable smart telescope with a 30 mm apochromatic triplet objective, automated alignment, live stacking, and solar capability, designed for beginners and astrophotographers who want results without complexity.