Unistellar · Smart Telescope
Unistellar eVscope Equinox
Smart, self-aligning, and ready to image in under a minute, the eVscope Equinox brings deep-sky observing to any backyard.
Price updated Mar 22, 2026
Performance Scores
Overview
The Unistellar eVscope Equinox is a 114mm aperture, f/4 smart telescope designed to make deep-sky viewing accessible without a steep learning curve. Its autonomous field detection aligns the scope automatically in under a minute, so you spend your time observing rather than troubleshooting setup. The 450mm focal length and fast focal ratio work alongside onboard live stacking to build up faint details in nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters in real time, even from light-polluted locations.
All viewing is done through a companion app rather than a traditional eyepiece, which suits digital-native observers but may feel limiting to those who prefer direct optical views. The onboard computer stores up to 35 hours of observation data, and the scope supports citizen science missions through Unistellar's network, adding practical value beyond casual use. The motorized alt-az GoTo mount handles tracking automatically once aligned.
Worth noting: the Amazon rating sits at 3.6 out of 5 across 27 reviews, suggesting some users have encountered reliability or software concerns. At $925.95, this telescope makes the most sense for someone who prioritizes ease of use and imaging capability over traditional visual observing.
At a Glance
114mm
Aperture
f/4
Focal Ratio
450mm
Focal Length
Specifications
Key Features
- Autonomous alignment completes in under one minute, eliminating manual star-hopping or polar alignment
- Live stacking with built-in light pollution reduction reveals faint deep-sky objects from suburban backyards
- GoTo and tracking handled automatically via motorized alt-az mount, controlled entirely through a smartphone app
- Onboard computer stores up to 35 hours of observation data, useful for repeated or scheduled science sessions
- Supports Unistellar citizen science missions, giving observers a way to contribute real data to ongoing research
- Compact and tripod-mounted with extendable legs, making it portable enough for travel or balcony use
- No eyepiece required; all viewing is done digitally, which simplifies sharing views with others in real time
Customer Reviews
27 reviews
After moving to an area with significant light pollution issues, I found myself being less interested in continuing my observing hobby. I had been considering the EVscope for nearly a year as the automatic stacking of the enhanced view feature allows for viewing DSO from light pollution challenged a...
1. First, there is no description of how to remove the foam pad that prevents the lowering of the telescope, only a red tape that says to remove before use. Call me stupid but I spent an inordinate amount of time removing the tape and only discovered by accident that the entire foam piece was to be ...
This is a fun easy to set up and focus.wish I could do planets.That would be the only way I would buy another.