We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals available in time for the holidays, so you can save big on your next bit of astronomy gear.
Sky-Watcher produces some of the best telescopes on the market, so it'll come as no surprise that they're one of the leading names when it comes to telescopes. At times, worthwhile Sky-Watcher telescope deals can be tricky to spot but we've tried to include something suitable for every astronomer, regardless of budget and experience, and we'll keep this page updated throughout the holiday season, so you can rely on the quality of deals you find.
Underneath the Sky-Watcher telescope deals in our guide, we've included some helpful buying advice, so that you know exactly what to look for. If you don't find something suitable below, our guides to the best Celestron telescope deals as well as the best binoculars and binocular deals will point you towards reliable stargazing alternatives. So, for the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals, scroll down below.
Sky-Watcher telescope deals December 2024
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.
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.
Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more! And if you have a news tip, correction or comment, let us know at: community@space.com.
