Gskyer Telescope, 70mm Aperture 400mm AZ Mount Astronomical Refracting Telescope for Kids Beginners - Travel Telescope with C
4.3 | 22,454 ratings
Price: 82.4
Last update: 02-02-2026
About this item
- Superior Optics: 400mm(f/5.7) focal length and 70mm aperture, fully coated optics glass lens with high transmission coatings creates stunning images and protect your eyes. Perfect full positive telescope for astronomers to explore stars and moon.
- Magnification: Come with two replaceable eyepieces and one 3x Barlow lens.3x Barlow lens trebles the magnifying power of each eyepiece. 5x24 finder scope with mounting bracket and cross-hair lines inside make locating objects easily.
- Wireless Remote: This refractor telescope includes one smart phone adapter and one Wireless camera remote to explore the nature of the world easily through the screen and take amazing celestial images.
- Adjustable Tripod: This telescope allows for many different viewing positions with a adjustable aluminum alloy tripod and a carry bag, the telescope and tripod can fit inside the bag for easy traveling and storage.
- Satisfaction: Buy with confidence from a leading manufacturer.
Top reviews from the United States
- jen86Aperture matters more than magnificationI bought this knowing nothing about telescopes and not knowing what I could expect to see through this thing.
Now I know more, I think this is a decent value, but it comes with A LOT of cons.
In telescopes, the aperture size matters much more than magnification. The bigger the aperture, the better the image will be. This is a 70mm aperture (2.75 inches), which is about as small as you can get. It's typical for an "entry-level" telescope, and a decent value for the money if you want to get into stargazing without dropping 500 bucks or more on a bigger scope.
However, if I could do it over again, I would've spent more and gone with a better one.
First, as with all beginner telescopes, it is actually much harder to use than a more intermediate level one. This is something well-known in the amateur astronomy group I've joined, and they never, EVER recommend buying a beginner telescope, ESPECIALLY for kids.
Because most kids like looking AT stuff more than looking FOR it. And with this telescope, far more time is spent hunting for objects than actually looking at them.
My kid doesn't have the patience or attention span for that, but I rather enjoy the challenge, so I do it. Which brings me to the next problem.
This is made for kids. As such, the stand is very short. Which means that all the time you spend hunting for things, you'll having to be hunched over, crouched down, or kneeling on the ground.
And if you live in a place with a lot of light pollution, you won't be able to see much more than stars, the Moon, or the brightest planets. Even Mars is difficult to see through this telescope, and you can't make out any detail whatsoever on the surface.
You can make out SOME faint detail on Jupiter, especially if you go away from light pollution on a clear, moonless night. And you can just make out Saturn's rings.
Venus, on the other hand, is very easy to see. Especially now, near the end of April 2020, it is the brightest it'll be all year, so we've been looking at it every night. It's too bright, even at its dimmest, to make out any detail, but you can see what phase it's in.
Galaxies, most nebulas, and many star clusters are beyond the ability of this telescope, but that being said, I was able to see a planetary nebula called The Ghost of Jupiter last night.
For perspective, I've had a few weeks of use and practice, and feel comfortable with the telescope, and have a number of apps, charts, and star maps to help me find things, and it STILL took over an hour for me to finally find it, put it close enough to the center of my field of view to use with max magnification, and put it in focus.
And even then, it looked like a hazy, bluish star. We couldn't make out any detail or the distinctive eye-shape that can be seen with even slightly larger scopes.
Still, it was cool and the kid loved it. I consider it worth the effort, but my back is killing me today.
Don't get me wrong, for an entry-level telescope, this is good. It'll serve our needs while we save up for an upgrade. But, like all entry-level telescopes, this is harder to use and not powerful enough to see much.
All the time required to hunt for things, for what many may consider a disappointing result, could potentially end up killing a kid's enthusiasm.
If you absolutely MUST get an entry-level telescope, this is a good choice. But if at all possible, save up and get a larger aperture. - ADRGreat First Telescope for Total Beginners (Like Me!)I’m completely new to stargazing—before this, the closest I got was pointing my spotting scope at the moon and hoping for the best. After poking around online for something simple but not “toy-like,” I landed on this Gskyer 600x90mm telescope, and honestly, I’m really glad I did.
First off, putting it together was way easier than I expected. The manual actually made sense (a rare miracle), and within a short time I had everything assembled. The 90mm aperture and 600mm focal length might sound like numbers only pros care about, but even as a newbie, I can say the images look clear and sharp. The two eyepieces (10mm and 25mm) plus the 3X Barlow lens give you options to experiment with magnification. Switching them out takes seconds, which is great when you're still learning what you’re doing.
As for the viewing experience: pretty awesome for a beginner. I’ve used it for mountain and treetop views during the day, and at night I’ve been able to see the moon in really nice detail. I even caught a glimpse of Jupiter and its moons, which felt like a tiny personal victory.
The only downside is the tripod. It’s definitely kid-height. I’m not tall and even I noticed it sits low. It still works, but if you’re on the taller side, you might find yourself crouching like you dropped your keys. I ended up attaching the scope to an old photography tripod I had lying around, and that fixed the issue instantly.
All in all, this telescope has been a great start for someone who’s just dipping their toes into astronomy. Easy to use, beginner-friendly, and gives impressive views for the price. Would absolutely recommend for anyone curious about the night sky! - BlakeSolid Beginner Telescope, Needs FiltersThis is a pretty solid telescope. I’ve been able to locate a few planets and, of course, enjoy clear views of the moon. It’s reliable enough for beginners or casual stargazing and provides a rewarding experience.
That said, filters are an absolute must with this telescope — they make a huge difference in clarity and comfort when viewing bright objects. With the right accessories, it becomes a much more enjoyable setup.
TL;DR: Solid beginner telescope. Great for the moon and planets, but filters are essential. - h.DWhat a great Telescope.I got this for my son on his birthday and he absolutely loves it. It’s so easy to set up and he was using it within minutes. Super clear images make it so easy to see the craters of the moon. Anyone that comes over immediately asks about it and uses it as well. It’s a great purchase if you have young astronomers in your house.
- Richard FletcherPerfect Starter Telescope for the Amateur AstronomerI recently purchased the Gskyer Telescope (70mm Aperture 400mm AZ Mount Astronomical Refracting Telescope), and it has been an absolute delight. As someone just starting out in astronomy, I was looking for a high-quality yet easy-to-use instrument, and this telescope is perfect for the amateur astronomer.
Setup was quick and painless, taking less than 15 minutes to assemble right out of the box. The instruction manual is clear, making it simple to get started. The 70mm aperture delivers surprisingly bright and crisp views of the moon's craters, and I've even managed to spot Jupiter's moons and the rings of Saturn on clear nights. The included phone adapter is fantastic for quickly sharing photos of what you're seeing.
The tripod is stable enough for observational use, and the adjustable AZ mount makes tracking objects easy once you get the hang of it. If you're looking for a gateway into the stars without a massive investment or a steep learning curve, I highly recommend this Gskyer model. It provides excellent optical performance for its price point.