· Achromat Refractor
Telescopes for Adults Astronomy
An 80mm grab-and-go refractor that punches above its price for lunar and planetary beginners
Performance Scores
Overview
At 80mm aperture and f/7.5, this EACONN refractor gives you a genuine step up in light-gathering over the smaller 60mm scopes cluttering this price range. The fully coated optics help maximize contrast, which matters most when you are scanning the Moon's craters or trying to split Jupiter's cloud bands from a backyard. The two included Kellner eyepieces deliver 30x with the K20mm and 66x with the K9mm, both reasonable magnifications for a scope of this focal length.
Pushing much beyond 66x on a 600mm focal length will soften the image, so keep expectations realistic for deep-sky work. This is a lunar and planetary instrument first. The 5x24 finder scope is modest but functional for bright targets.
At 0.84kg the tube is genuinely portable, and the included backpack makes transport straightforward. The alt-azimuth mount with scale markings helps with basic positioning, though it lacks the smooth slow-motion controls found on pricier mounts. For a first telescope aimed at the Moon, Saturn's rings, and double stars, this is a solid and honest option at $89.99, backed by a strong base of nearly 2,000 user reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5.
At a Glance
80mm
Aperture
f/7.5
Focal Ratio
0.84kg
Weight
600mm
Focal Length
Specifications
Key Features
- 80mm aperture gathers noticeably more light than entry-level 60mm scopes, improving lunar and planetary detail
- Fully coated optics reduce internal reflections, helping maintain contrast at higher magnifications
- Two Kellner eyepieces provide 30x and 66x magnification, covering the practical range for this focal length
- 5x24 finder scope with crosshair makes locating bright targets like the Moon and planets straightforward
- Lightweight 0.84kg tube with a carrying backpack makes this genuinely portable for travel or field use
- Smartphone adapter is designed with marked positions for each eyepiece, reducing fumbling during setup
- Alt-azimuth mount with scale markings suits beginners, though it lacks fine slow-motion control knobs found on higher-end mounts
Recommended Eyepieces
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Customer Reviews
2,037 reviews
We think this telescope if perfect! We had always bought other telescope for our son. This time we bought this one and boy was it everything! Our son is 11 and loves the sky. This is easy to use, easy to set, and easy to pack away when finished. It comes with a carry backpack that the perfect amount...
Let the night sky adventures begin!!! Impressive performance, this EACONN telescope makes a near perfect gift for the person who has everything. There's a whole new world out there to see. This telescope is far better than expected and great value for the price. It's been a game changer. Really cool...
This telescope has completely blown me away! As a beginner astronomer, I was looking for something that was easy to use but still offered great views of the night sky. This telescope delivered on both fronts and exceeded my expectations. Assembly was a breeze thanks to the clear and concise instruct...