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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 37 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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92%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers commend the StarSense Explorer 80mm Refractor Telescope for its user-friendly design, making it an excellent choice for beginners. The telescope is easy to set up and store, providing convenience for users. While some find the price reasonable for its performance, others consider it a quality telescope for its value.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Telescope

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    First telescope. Total beginner here and I am not disappointed. Great for kids to explore with also. Definately recommend purchasing this as a first telescope.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Skybound

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great quality easy to put together amazing clarity can’t wait for wife to open it she has wanted one for some long price point is on point

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really easy to assemble and use. We are first timers with using a telescope and it's so easy!! Definitely recommend!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    View the stars

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing product. Very easy to use! High quality. I definitely recommend this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Night sky’s up close.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought for my granddaughters and they love it..They particularly like the app that lets them know what they are looking at.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    When the night is clear!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was very easy for me to put together. Haven’t had a chance to use it yet because of the weather plus I’ve got to go online and download the app to use with my phone. Always wanted one <3

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Phone holder

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great telescope but the phone holder is not very user friendly and it was very difficult to actually calibrate it to the telescope. The whole point of buying this telescope was to use this feature but I wasn't able to as the telescope would not align with my phone camera (iPhone XS)

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great telescope

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my 2nd purchase of this telescope. My Dad and husband both have one and enjoy the views of the skies.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not sure yet

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The reviews were great so im hoping it works great and we can get to see some stars and more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up and use. Starsense app makes it easy to locate objects in the sky.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome, family friendly!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As a new member of the sky gazing family, this one is amazing! The details of the moon are so clear! I can’t wait to buy more lens attachments!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Star shopping

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought as a Christmas present for my wife. She loves it! It’s perfect for her l. She loves to seek out the stars and other planets and says she gets clear views.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Awful

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Terrible blurry quality, you can see the moon but not as clearly as $400+ should - this device cannot see ANYTHING else no matter how large close it may be or how clear the sky is. Does not have the option to view through your phone so that is definitely bull. Base of scope came covered in thick grease that gets all over. Return window extremely short. Terrible gift. Rip off.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It wasn’t great

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had to return this item as I had issues with lens .

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Telescope review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great telescope, very easy to set up and the app is easy to navigate. Easy to take around as well. Fun gift for your favorite stargazer!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My telescope

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good for beginners. Stars! Love Sci-fi. Hey,

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Image through lens is upside down.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It may be user error, but everything I have tried does not work. I am unable to get the lense to show right side up. Everything is upside down.

    I would recommend this to a friend