Sky-Watcher telescope deals 2024
Here's our round-up of the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals currently available with U.S. and UK discounts on offer from reputable retailers.
Here's our guide to the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals on the market, so you don't have to navigate the expanse of retailers for your next bit of astronomy gear.
Sky-Watcher is a widely trusted name in the optics industry and we think they make some of the best telescopes currently available. Worthwhile Sky-Watcher telescope deals can be tricky to spot sometimes, so we've included some of our favorites displayed with their lowest available price. That being said, there are still some top telescope deals to be had on Sky-Watcher models.
It goes without saying that Sky-Watcher isn't the only manufacturer of high-quality astronomy gear out there. If you want to have a look at what else is out there, be sure to check out our guides to Celestron telescope deals, Orion telescope deals and Meade telescope deals.
Below, we've tried to include something suitable for every astronomer, regardless of your budget and whether you're a seasoned astronomer or not. Below the Sky-Watcher telescope deals in this guide, you'll find some buying advice, which we recommend checking out as it's important to do your research before purchasing anything. As well as the discounts on offer, you may want to consider the best binoculars and binocular deals as they can be a more cost-effective option for night sky views. We keep this page updated throughout the year, so when new deals become available, you'll find them here. So, for the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals right now, scroll down below.
Sky-Watcher telescope deals October 2024
Sky-Watcher Skymax 180mm was $1500 now $1185.75 on Amazon.
Save over $300 on a telescope that features in our best telescopes for seeing planets guide. We think it's the best out there for precision as it has a huge aperture and a long focal length (180mm and 2700mm respectively).
Note: This is the lowest price we've seen for a very long time but, the stock is low so you'll have to act soon to get this deal.
Sky-Watcher SkyMax 150 Telescope Was $880 Now $694.85 on Amazon.
Save nearly $190 on another top telescope that we think is the best for astrophotography. It also features in our best telescopes guide.
Note: Stock is starting to run low, so you'll have to act soon.
Sky-Watcher Heritage-130P FlexTube (UK)| RRP: £215 | Now: £195
Save £20 on the Sky-Watcher Heritage: a telescope that's perfect for the whole family. With a foldable design that can be packed away with ease and unfolded to get observing straight away, observers young and old can enjoy dazzling views of bright deep-sky targets, the Moon and planets.
Sky-Watcher Skyliner-200P (UK) | RRP £439 | Now: £399
Save £40 on a telescope that offers a simple yet effective setup, the Sky-Watcher Skyliner-200P is a fantastic option for the beginner and seasoned astronomer looking for a "grab and go" instrument. Observe "faint fuzzies" and planets with up to 406x magnification.
Sky-Watcher Evostar-90 (EQ2) Achromatic Refractor Telescope (UK) Was £245 Now £219.
Save £26 on a refractor telescope that features a 90mm aperture, a 900mm focal length and a multi-coated objective lens, so views of the moon and planets are crystal clear. Two eyepieces, a Barlow lens, a finderscope and a tripod with accessory tray are included too.
Sky-Watcher SkyMax AZ-GTi 102mm Maksutov Telescope was $680 now $599.96 on Amazon.
Save $80 on this app-controlled Maksutov telescope. This telescope is computerized and weighs just 13.2 lbs (all in), so it's ideal for transporting and on-the-go use. It features a 102mm aperture and has a long focal length too, so planetary and lunar observing is ideal here. Users can control the telescope through their smartphone or tablet due to the Wi-Fi and app-enabled style of this model.
Note: Stock is low, so you'll have to act soon to get this low, low price.
Choosing the right telescope
There are two major factors to consider when choosing the right telescope: your experience with astronomy and your budget. Luckily, there are enough Sky-Watcher telescopes out there that there's something for everyone and every budget.
If you're looking for one of the best beginner telescopes then you'll want to look out for something easy to set up and easy to use. You can get decent quality telescopes for under or around $100, the Sky-Watcher Mercury 607 refractor or the Sky-Watcher Astrolux 76 reflector retail in that price range. More experienced astronomers who might want to make more of an investment can always opt for models like Sky-Watcher Skyliner-250PX or Sky-Watcher Skyliner-200P, which offer higher-end specs.
If it's one of the best telescopes for kids you're looking for then we can recommend the Sky-Watcher Heritage 76 and Sky-Watcher Infinity 76P because of their low maintenance and easy-to-store away qualities. They're also robust in build so you'll get years of use out of little investment and they can withstand minor knocks too. Two great options for introducing someone to sky watching or just in case astronomy is a passing phase.
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If you're looking to bag a bargain, it could be worth checking back here as we keep the page updated throughout the year. Annual sales events like Amazon Prime Day and Black Friday are the safest bets for Sky-Watcher telescope deals, but you can still save big outside of those events.
The Sky-Watcher telescope models we have introduced so far are perfect for views of the solar system, with notable targets being the craters and seas of the moon and the small but bright sights of Jupiter and Saturn. They will also provide good observations of bright deep-sky objects such as the Orion Nebula in the constellation of Orion (the Hunter) and the stunning Pleiades star cluster in Taurus (the Bull).
Those keen on a substantial step up in quality and closer views of targets will need to consider increasing their budget for a larger objective lens or aperture — that is the "light-gathering” ability of a telescope. For magnified views of the planets, galaxies and nebulas, the Sky-Watcher Skyhawk-114, Sky-Watcher Explorer-200P and Sky-Watcher Skyliner-400P FlexTube Parabolic Dobsonian are certainly worth a look.
With an increase in budget, comes an improvement in the type of technology that has become prevalent in telescope manufacturing: computerized, or GoTo, mounts. At the touch of a button, these revolutionary instruments are able to slew to your chosen target without needing to use sky maps to find your way around the night sky. They’re not aimed at any particular level of astronomer and are often used by beginners and seasoned skywatchers alike, particularly since they also offer a quick and easy alignment process and take the hassle out of manual calibration.
In terms of computerized telescopes, the Sky-Watcher Explorer-130PS AZ-Gti WiFi, Sky-Watcher Skyliner-200P FlexTube SynScan GoTo, Sky-Watcher Evostar-120 (EQ3 PRO) SynScan GoTo, Sky-Watcher Heritage-90P Virtuoso and Sky-Watcher Startravel-102 (AZ) SynScan GoTo are all excellent choices. Deciding on which one is best for you will largely depend on your budget, whether you’re a keen solar system observer, want to bring those faint deep-sky galaxies and nebulas into sharper focus or are hunting for a bit of an all-arounder.
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