Best Telescopes Under $2300

Best Telescopes Under $300

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Here at High Point Scientific, we strive to connect you with the telescope that will fit your specific needs and provide you memories for many years to come. Amateur astronomy can get expensive, and our wallets are not always as big as our dreams of exploring the night sky. But why let that stop you from navigating the stars? Our Gear Experts have created a list of new and pre-owned telescopes specifically for those who wish to drive into the night sky without breaking the bank. Here is a list of the best telescopes under $300 and why the telescope enthusiasts at High Point love them.

Updated: March 2022

Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114

Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114 (22452) -

Experience guided stargazing without the hefty price tag of a computerized mount with the StarSense Explorer series from Celestron! Simply download the StarSense Explorer app, place your smartphone in the dock, and follow the directions to point your telescope at your favorite targets! The LT 114 model is a Newtonian reflector with 4.5” optics - offering 260x the light gathering power of the human eye. You’ll be able to see hundreds of celestial objects like planets, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies with ease. Not sure what to hunt for in the night sky? The app has a catalog with hundreds of objects, and a ‘Tonight’s Best’ list so you’re always getting great views. Our team highly recommends this telescope for beginners and families who want to experience the night sky together - hassle-free.

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Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80

Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80 (22451) -

Like the LT 114 listed above, the LT 80 works in conjunction with your smartphone for a Go-To-like experience at a fraction of the cost. This model is a refractor, with fully-coated optics for increased light transmission for incredible views of planets, galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. Slow motion controls make adjusting your telescope effortless and the durable, full-size metal tripod gets high marks for stability. This scope comes complete with two eyepieces, a 2x Barlow lens, a 90-degree erect image diagonal (for day- or nighttime viewing), a red dot finder and an accessories tray.

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Honorable Mention

Celestron Astomaster 114

Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ Telescope (31042) -

Telescopes like the Celestron Astromaster 114 EQ are great when it comes to portability and affordability. The lightweight CG-2 style Equatorial mount with slow motion controls makes this an easy to move telescope that is great for tracking night sky objects. The optical design provides a longer focal length than most other 114mm aperture scopes because of the built-in amplifier on the front of the focuser drawtube. It includes accessories, such as the 10mm eyepiece, which provides decent planetary and up-close lunar views, and the 20mm eyepiece, which is a lower power, wider field of view for the moon and bright deep space objects. For your planetary viewing pleasure, this telescope and included eyepieces could be exactly what you need.

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