Aladin Lite: Zoomable atlas of the whole sky from professional surveys. Solar System Scope: Interactive 3D model of the solar system and night sky.
| Aladin Lite | Solar System Scope | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Space, Planets & Sky Maps | Space, Planets & Sky Maps |
| Coverage | The whole sky | Solar system |
| Updates | Periodically | Static archive |
| Data source | Professional sky surveys (HiPS) | Planetary data |
| Made by | CDS, Université de Strasbourg / CNRS | INOVE |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | No account needed |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Phone app available |
| Map view | Flat map | 3D |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with Aladin Lite
- Whole-sky surveys in many wavelengths
- Catalogue overlays
- Search for objects
What you can do with Solar System Scope
- Planets and orbits in 3D
- Realistic textures
- Night sky mode
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.