Searching for Telescopes

Telescopes are the most valuable observational tool an astronomer has. Computer systems are great for image analysis, but you need the right equipment for observation and to be able to capture that image. With the range of telescope designs, available features, range of specifications and prices, it can be tough to choose the right telescope for you. That is why we created the Telescope Slider tool, which will give you a set of telescopes that meet your criteria then helps you get the best possible price.

It's easy to use the Telescope Slider. There are a set of controls on the left side of the page called Sliders. Each slider controls a different type of specification such as magnification, mirror size, type, or price. Each slider has two bars, one at either end. When you move either of the bars towards the center of the slider, you change the criteria for that specification. The search results - images of telescopes that match your changed requirements - change in real time. Adjust several sliders to narrow the range of telescopes, then from there read reviews and customer feedback as well as manufacturer descriptions to make a final decision. Tip: Don't use too many sliders or make the criteria too strict - the point is to narrow down your choices to a handful of closely-matched scopes, not to find you a single telescope that is perfect for you. That decision is still yours.

Setting Price Alerts for Telescopes

Also, once you have set the slider, you can save it. as well as make changes or start over at any time. You can also save yourself time and money by saving the Slider as an alert. You will get an email once per day with any price drops on products in your slider, new products that match your Slider settings, daily deals, or when a product in your sliders is discontinued. Save yourself time and money with a Slider alert.