Telescopes & Mounts

Explore our expert reviews of telescopes and mounts for every skill level, from beginner refractors to advanced Dobsonians and computerized GoTo systems. Whether you're a casual stargazer or a serious astrophotographer, find unbiased comparisons and buying guides to help you choose the perfect setup for observing planets, stars, and deep-sky objects.

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Refractor Telescopes

Refractor telescopes use precision lens systems to deliver sharp, high-contrast views of the moon, planets, and deep-...

Reflector Telescopes

Reflector telescopes use mirrors instead of lenses to gather and focus light, making them an affordable and powerful ...

Equatorial Mounts

Equatorial mounts are precision telescope supports designed to track celestial objects by aligning with Earth's rotat...

Alt-Azimuth Mounts

Alt-azimuth mounts offer a simple, intuitive way to point your telescope up, down, left, and right — perfect for be...