Updated Mar 25, 2026
AstroEdit - Simple and Quick
Amateur astrophotographers and smart telescope users (Seestar, Dwarf) seeking professional-grade mobile editing.
What Is AstroEdit - Simple and Quick?
What users think
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Key Features
Automates the complex process of stacking stars and comets separately and blending them on mobile.
Advanced tools to remove stars for nebula focus and eliminate streaks caused by satellites or aircraft.
Specific AI tool designed to round out oval-shaped stars found in Seestar S30 captures.
Enhances intricate details in celestial objects while maintaining a natural appearance.
Recent User Sentiment
“Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate ease of use for beginners and value for money, but report app stability and crashes and file access and compatibility.”
What Users Love
Simple to Use. Great Results. Its minimalistic approach makes it easy for a beginner like me to grasp.
For the price, you simply need to get it.
Pain Points
This app keeps on crashing and I am unhappy with it.
Astro Edit promptly crashed the app, possibly because the file was too large.
All files are grayed out and I can only open the jpegs saved in Apple Photos.
High confidence · 16 reviews available
App Store Performance
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #71 | NEW |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Specialized AI models for celestial objects
- Hardware-specific fixes for Seestar S30
- Low-cost entry point ($2.99)
- Mobile-first comet stacking automation
Cons
- Frequent crashes on high-resolution files
- Limited iOS file system integration
- Poor developer responsiveness to support
- High RAM requirements for best AI results
Market Outlook
Growth Opportunities
- Partnerships with Astronomy societies
- Expansion to Android feature parity
- Integration with more smart telescope brands
- Educational content marketing
Market Threats
- Native telescope apps adding AI features
- Desktop software launching mobile versions
- Declining user sentiment due to stability issues
Key Takeaways
AstroEdit - Simple and Quick is a divisive photo & video app that is a paid app. With a 3.9/5 rating from 16 reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users. Users particularly appreciate ease of use for beginners, though app stability and crashes remains a common concern.
Best for: Amateur astrophotographers and smart telescope users (Seestar, Dwarf) seeking professional-grade mobile editing.
App Details & Pricing
Model: paid
Uses a low-friction paid entry point to build a user base while leveraging a subscription model for long-term AI development costs.
iOS Version
2.62
Android Version
2.12
Release Date
Feb 20, 2024
iOS Price
$2.99
Android Price
Free
Developer
yong chong loh