One of the most daunting things to do when getting started in astronomy is choosing your first telescope, especially if you are worried about spending too much money.
Here I review and compare three cheap telescopes for amateur astronomers just starting out.
Kids Science Telescope ($12-$19, the bad one):
https://www.amazon.com/Vivitar-TEL50600-Telescope-Refractor-Tripod/dp/B00281B6P2/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1523432004&sr=8-7&keywords=telescope
Die Baumarkt Teleskop ($30–$45, Astromedia, recommended):
http://astromedia.eu/Astronomie-zum-Anfassen/Das-Baumarkt-Teleskop::56.html?XTCsid=uvom2gk2ibh2deb5c27sd8plf7
Celestron Firstscope ($55-$99, pretty good):
https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21024-FirstScope-Telescope/dp/B001UQ6E4Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1523432109&sr=8-3&keywords=celestron+firstscope
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Orion 10087 EON 115mm ED Triplet Apochromatic Refractor Optical Tube Assembly (White)
With exceptional optics, top-notch features and beautiful fit and finish, the Orion EON 115mm ED Triplet refractor telescope offers wide-field observers and astrophotography's an impeccably crafted, true-color instrument at a great price. Thi... (as of December 3, 2019 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
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Amateur Telescope Making (Book Three)
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Price: $1,449.99
Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Edition ES-ED127075-03
The Explore Scientific ED127 Essential Edition is a large 5-inch apochromatic refractor at a truly amazing price. This telescope includes a two-inch two-speed focuser, two-inch dielectric diagonal, tube rings with Vixen style dovetail. If you... (as of December 5, 2019 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Price: $9.99
Hey can u give Review of Die Brumarkt telescope and tell ever bad and qualitys about it…
How do I realine my nieces refractor? Lol I got the same one from target. I knew it wouldn’t be great at all based on the price. But I’ll get something much better