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AstroHelm vs Psst

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AstroHelm compared with Psst
Detail AstroHelmPsst logo Psst
What it doesPlate solving and push-to telescope navigation for smartphones One tap says thinking of you
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inUS Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree with optional one-time purchases: Plus $9.99 (Messier and Caldwell catalogs, Bayer or Flamsteed designated stars), Pro $29.99 (everything in Plus, NGC and IC catalogs, remote control, ASCOM Alpaca/INDI/LX200/Stellarium connections), Pro Beta pricing $24.99 Free app with optional Psst+ one-time purchase
Key features
  • Live plate solving with accuracy up to within 10 arcseconds
  • Computes coordinates in less than a second
  • Immune to magnetic field interference
  • Works in light-polluted skies
  • Complete offline operation
  • Personalized guide to tonight's best targets
  • Remote control between devices (iOS)
  • Integration with Stellarium and SkySafari
  • Reply directly from notification without opening app
  • Streak counter that activates after three days
  • Same moment notification when both psst within 10 seconds
  • Super Psst with double whisper and screen shake (one free daily)
  • Invite link system for non-users (valid for 7 days)
  • Control Center and Lock Screen buttons
  • Block and report functionality with one hold
What makes it different
  • On-device plate solving eliminates compass and gyroscope drift and lags that traditional astronomy apps experience
  • Sub-arcminute precision navigation that outperforms standard planetarium apps
  • No subscription required, only optional one-time purchases
  • Compatible with existing telescope and equipment without proprietary hardware lock-in
  • Privacy-first design with no contacts, location, or photos collection
  • Messages automatically deleted after 30 days
  • Customizable whisper word in Psst+ (boop, hey, oi, yo, etc)
  • One-time Psst+ purchase for unlimited features
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)5 no change since last check9 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)75
Citation Flow (Majestic)2820
Referring domains (Majestic)6514

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