Orbit
Accurate astronomy that helps you find what you can actually observe.
Explore planets, the Moon, deep-sky targets, comets, observing conditions, and practical telescope guidance—without needing expensive equipment or a paid subscription.
Built for actually observing the sky
Orbit is designed around a simple question: what can I realistically see, where is it, and how do I find it?
Real-time sky positions
See altitude, azimuth, rise/set information, and a live sky map for the Moon, planets, and other targets.
Practical observing advice
Difficulty ratings translate astronomy data into useful guidance—from naked eye and binoculars to larger telescopes and imaging.
Plan the right time
Choose a date and hour, compare visible objects, and see which targets are worth your time under the selected conditions.
Measured, not assumed
Orbit is being field-tested against telescope software and is undergoing formal comparison against NASA/JPL Horizons. Validation results will be published here once the test set is complete.
Help make Orbit better
If you find an incorrect position, confusing screen, installation issue, or anything that simply feels wrong, send it in. Beta feedback directly shapes the next build.