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Buying telescopes online can be hard, but it doesn't have to be. At High Point Scientific, you'll find the best telescopes at the best prices — no matter your budget. Our staff of telescope experts don't work on commission. Why does that matter? Because it means they aren't just after telescope sales; they truly want to help you find the product that lines up with your hobbies, goals and price points. We even offer a price match guarantee to ensure that you get the best value on our telescopes at the time of sale. We're always here for you, and even offer lifetime tech support so you get the most out of your telescope. Our selection includes top brands, like Celestron, Apertura, ZWO, Meade, iOptron and Explore Scientific. Browse our telescopes now, and reach out to us if you have any questions.

How to Choose the Right Telescope For You

There's no perfect way to determine which telescope you should buy. While there are some technical factors to consider (more on that below), it often just comes down to preference and need — and how you intend to use the telescope. You should keep the following factors in mind when buying telescopes online.

Determine Your Telescope Budget

If you're just entering the world of amateur astronomy, a budget-priced telescope of $100 or lower might suit you just fine. Or, if you're experienced and serious about stargazing, you may be willing to drop a few thousand dollars on a high-end model. Many people fall somewhere in the center of that spectrum. Which is better? It all depends on what you're looking for. You'll find telescopes at all price points on High Point Scientific. Be on the lookout for our telescope sales, too — you might be able to pick something up that's a little outside of your usual price range!

Decide How You Plan to Use Your Telescope

Different telescopes serve different purposes — it's all about what you want. For casual stargazing, lower-end telescopes, or even used telescopes, will do the trick. For more specialized uses, take a look at what each telescope offers — certain models are better optimized for specific tasks.

Consider Where You'll Use Your Telescope

If you plan to practice astronomy on the road, stopping to look at the night sky as you travel across the country, then you'll need a more portable telescope. High Point Scientific has a wide range of telescopes that have a portability factor. However, a large, heavy, feature-packed telescope is fine if it will have a permanent place in your backyard. Again, it's all about what's best for you!

Get The Best Help Finding The Best Telescopes

High Point Scientific's experts are here to serve you. We know about all of the telescopes we have for sale, and we love the night sky as much you do. Contact High Point Scientific today and let us help you reach the stars.

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Best Telescopes from Top Brands

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope - 11069

SKU: CEL-11069

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 203mm (7.99")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo

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$1,199.00

Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope - 31145

SKU: CEL-31145

Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
Telescope Aperture: 130mm (5.12")
Focal Ratio: f/5
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo

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$429.95

Celestron NexStar 6SE Computerized Telescope - 11068

SKU: CEL-11068

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 150mm (5.9")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo

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$799.00

Celestron Advanced VX Series 8" EdgeHD Go To Telescope - 12031

SKU: CEL-12031-FG

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Equatorial
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessories: Celestron Polar Scope for AVX Mount

Free shipping

$2,149.00

Celestron Advanced VX 6" Schmidt Cassegrain GoTo Telescope with Free Polar Scope - 12079

SKU: CEL-12079-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 150mm (5.9")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Equatorial
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessories: Celestron Polar Scope for AVX Mount

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$1,329.00

Sky-Watcher Evostar ProED 80 mm f/7.5 ED APO OTA with Aluminum Case - S11100

SKU: SKY-S11100

Optical Design: Refractor
Telescope Aperture: 80mm (3.15")
Focal Ratio: f/7.5
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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~~$825.00~~ $765.00

Celestron NexStar 4SE Computerized Telescope with Free Eyepiece & Filter - 11049

SKU: CEL-11049-FG

Optical Design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 102mm (4.02")
Focal Ratio: f/13
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Included Accessories: 15 mm Plossl Eyepiece and a Moon Filter!

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$499.00

Celestron CPC 1100 11" SCT Computerized Telescope with Free 2" Diagonal - 11075-XLT

SKU: CEL-11075-XLT-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 279.4mm (11")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessory: 2" SCT Carbon Fiber Diagonal with 2" to 1.25" Adapter

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$2,999.00

Meade 8" LX90 ACF Computerized Telescope - 0810-90-03

SKU: MEA-0810-90-03

Optical Design: Meade ACF
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo

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$1,799.00

Celestron C11 SCT Aluminum Optical Tube with CGE Dovetail - 91036-XLT

SKU: CEL-91036-XLT

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 279.4mm (11")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$1,877.00

Celestron C14AF-XLT - 14" Aluminum SCT Fastar-Compatible Optical Tube with CGE Dovetail - 91038-XLT

SKU: CEL-91038-XLT

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 355.6mm (14")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$4,995.95

Celestron EdgeHD 925 OTA - 9.25" f/10 HD Aplanatic SCT Optical Tube Assembly - CGE Dovetail - 91040-XLT

SKU: CEL-91040-XLT

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 235mm (9.25")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$2,399.00

Celestron EdgeHD 11 OTA - 11" f/10 Aplanatic SCT OTA - CGE Dovetail - 91050-XLT

SKU: CEL-91050-XLT

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 279.4mm (11")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$3,499.00

Celestron EdgeHD 14 OTA - 14" f/11 Aplanatic SCT OTA - CGE Dovetail - 91060-XLT

SKU: CEL-91060-XLT

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 356mm (14.02")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$5,999.00

Celestron CPC Deluxe 800 with Edge HD Optics and Free 2" Diagonal - 11007

SKU: CEL-11007-FG

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessory: 2" SCT Dielectic Diagonal & 2" to 1.25" Adapter

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$2,449.00

Celestron 925 CPC Deluxe with EdgeHD Optics & Free 2" Diagonal - 11008

SKU: CEL-11008-FG

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 235mm (9.25")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessory: 2" SCT Dielectic Diagonal & 2" to 1.25" Adapter

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$3,259.00

Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 with Edge HD Optics - 11009

SKU: CEL-11009

Optical Design: Celestron EdgeHD
Telescope Aperture: 279.4mm (11")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo

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$3,879.00

Celestron NexStar 5SE Computerized Telescope with Free Eyepiece & Filter - 11036

SKU: CEL-11036-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 125mm (4.92")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Included Accessories: 15 mm Plossl Eyepiece and a Moon Filter!

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$699.00

Celestron CPC 800 SCT Computerized Telescope with Free 2" Diagonal - 11073-XLT

SKU: CEL-11073-XLT-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessory: 2" SCT Carbon Fiber Diagonal with 2" to 1.25" Adapter

Free shipping

$1,999.00

Celestron 925 CPC SCT Computerized Telescope with Free 2" Diagonal - 11074-XLT

SKU: CEL-11074-XLT-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 235mm (9.25")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Alt-Azimuth
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessory: 2" SCT Carbon Fiber Diagonal with 2" to 1.25" Adapter

Free shipping

$2,499.00

Celestron NexStar 8SE SCT OTA Orange Tube - 11069-OTA

SKU: CEL-11069-OTA

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: No Mount - OTA Only
Type of Electronics: OTA Only - No Electronics

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$769.95

Celestron Advanced VX Series 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain Go To Telescope - 12026

SKU: CEL-12026-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 203.2mm (8")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Equatorial
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessories: Celestron Polar Scope for AVX Mount

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$1,739.00

Celestron Advanced VX 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo Telescope with Free Polar Scope - 12046

SKU: CEL-12046-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 235mm (9.25")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Equatorial
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessories: Celestron Polar Scope for AVX Mount

Free shipping

$2,249.00

Celestron Advanced VX 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain GoTo Telescope with Free Polar Scope - 12067

SKU: CEL-12067-FG

Optical Design: Schmidt-Cassegrain
Telescope Aperture: 280mm (11.02")
Focal Ratio: f/10
Telescope Mount Type: Equatorial
Type of Electronics: Computerized GoTo
Extra Free Accessories: Celestron Polar Scope for AVX Mount

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$2,859.00

Celestron FirstScope 76 mm f/3.95 Dobsonian Reflecting Telescope - 21024

SKU: CEL-21024

Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
Telescope Aperture: 76mm (3")
Focal Ratio: f/3.9
Telescope Mount Type: Dobsonian
Type of Electronics: Manual Mount - No Electronics

$54.95

What is the Best Telescope to Buy?

There are several characteristics you’ll want to pay attention to when buying a telescope, including:

Focal Length

This helps determine a telescope’s focal ratio and field of view which impact how far you will be able to see.

Aperture

The aperture determines the quality and amount of light your telescope or optical tube assembly (OTA) will capture.

Telescope style

Reflecting telescopes are reliable and versatile with their use of mirrors to capture light.
Refracting telescopes use lenses and come in popular styles such as achromatic and apochromatic.
Catadioptric telescopes combine lenses and mirrors into one cohesive optical tube assembly.

These factors make each telescope unique, providing a different viewing experience.

Telescopes for Sale Online at High Point Scientific

High Point Scientific offers an unparalleled selection of telescopes for sale ranging from small Newtonians, collapsible Truss-Tube Dobsonians, modern astrographs, high-powered computerized GoTo GPS telescopes and everything in between. We carry the most popular brands, such as Celestron, Explore Scientific, Meade, Orion, and many more to give you the best selection for your budget. Each telescope or OTA presented on our site has been personally selected by an experienced member of our team to ensure that each of our customers ends up with a high-quality product at a great price when purchasing telescopes online. In addition, we have outfitted every telescope we sell with unlimited tech support for life! No matter how you look at it, we have you covered and we want you to appreciate the hobby of amateur astronomy as much as we do!

We have a wide variety of telescopes for sale so we are confident you will find what you are looking for. Our reflecting telescopes include Newtonians, Dobsonians, and Ritchey-Chretiens. We also have both achromatic and apochromatic refracting telescopes. Our most popular catadioptric OTAs are Schmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes. Don’t forget about our wide selection of astrographs, perfect for avid astrophotographers, and computerized telescopes to help you find celestial objects with ease.

Figuring out the best telescope to buy can be daunting. We at High Point are here to help you make the right selection based on your aspirations and budget. Need help getting started? Check out our telescope bundles including vital accessories such as eyepieces, tripods, barlows, filters, cleaning tools, and much more.