Telescope · Achromat Refractor
Telescope for Adults & Kids, 70mm Aperture Refractor (15X-150X) Portable Travel
A lightweight 70mm refractor that gets beginners outside and observing without a steep learning curve or cost.
Price updated Apr 18, 2026
Performance Scores
Overview
At f/4.3 with a 70mm aperture, this compact refractor is best suited for casual lunar and planetary viewing, as well as bright deep-sky objects like star clusters and the Orion Nebula. The 300mm focal length keeps the scope short and portable at just 1.6kg, making it practical for kids and travelers. Two included eyepieces, a 20mm and a 6mm, paired with a 3x Barlow lens, give you a magnification range from 15x up to 150x.
In practice, the most useful and sharpest views will fall in the 15x to 75x range; pushing to 150x on a fast, short focal length like this often softens the image noticeably. The alt-azimuth mount is intuitive for beginners, though it lacks the precision of an equatorial setup for tracking objects. A phone adapter and wireless remote are included for afocal smartphone photography, which works reasonably well for the Moon.
The included finder scope helps with basic object location. For under $70, this scope delivers genuine views of lunar craters, Saturn's rings, and Jupiter's moons, though buyers should calibrate expectations accordingly for demanding targets.
At a Glance
70mm
Aperture
f/4.3
Focal Ratio
1.6kg
Weight
300mm
Focal Length
Specifications
Key Features
- 70mm aperture gathers enough light for clear lunar detail, planetary surfaces, and bright star clusters
- Compact 1.6kg design makes it genuinely portable for travel, camping, or backyard use
- Three magnification steps from 15x to 150x using two eyepieces and a 3x Barlow lens
- Alt-azimuth mount is simple and intuitive, ideal for beginners learning to navigate the sky
- Phone adapter and wireless remote allow basic smartphone astrophotography, particularly of the Moon
- Focal ratio of f/4.3 means wide fields of view but some softening at high magnifications
- Under $70 price point makes it a low-risk first telescope for children or curious adults
Recommended Eyepieces
For planets
All-rounder
Customer Reviews
3,388 reviews
This telescope is a great entry-level choice that balances ease of use, portability, and solid viewing quality, making it ideal for beginners, families, and especially those interested in physics and astronomy. The 70mm aperture delivers bright, clear views of the moon and basic celestial objects, w...
This telescope is very easy to set up and use. The image is clear and bright, and it works well for looking at the moon and stars. It's lightweight, portable, and perfect for myself and my kids. Great value for the price and a fun way to enjoy astronomy!
This telescope is a fantastic entry point for kids and beginners. The 70mm aperture provides clear, bright views of the moon and stars, and the included phone adapter makes it easy for my son to capture photos of what he finds. It's lightweight enough for travel and the setup is straightforward with...