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Flexibility
Customers are highly satisfied with the flexibility of the Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Refractor Telescope. They appreciate its ability to grow with the user and enjoy its ease of setup and use for various age groups. Some users have noted that the altitude rotation could be smoother but overall, they are pleased with the product's sturdy construction and value for the price.
Build Quality
Customers are generally very satisfied with the build quality of the Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Refractor Telescope, describing it as sturdy, solid, and well-constructed. Some customers have noted that while they expected a heavier tripod, they found the current one to be sufficient. Overall, customers are impressed with the telescope's quality and feel that it is an upgrade from previous models.
Moon Viewing
Customers have generally positive feedback about the telescope's ability to provide detailed views of the moon. Some also reported successful observations of Jupiter and Saturn with their moons and rings visible. However, some customers mentioned issues with the star finder and alignment challenges due to weather conditions and location.
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Wide Field Of View
Customers have mixed opinions on the wide field of view of the Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Refractor Telescope. While some are pleased with its ability to provide a comfortable viewing experience, others find it underwhelming and prefer using alternative methods or accessories for improved image quality. The mount is also a point of contention, with some customers expressing dissatisfaction and opting for external solutions. Overall, the telescope's wide field of view is appreciated by most but not all users, who often recommend additional investments to enhance its performance.
Highlights
Quality
The built of the telescope is pretty good and solid.
This telescope is easy to assemble and it works great!
The goodwill of telescope is lost because of the bad quality tripod.
Ties hang loose and uncreased, shirts stay wrinkle-free, and belts are easily found when looped around the neck of the telescope.
Price
This entire line of eyepieces are incredible for the price!
The value in this set can't be beat.
This same exact telescope is being sold at my local best buy (i'm not sure why it's at a tech store) for $159.
First i ordered something for $80 and did not see anything, felt like a toy, and returned.
Packaging/appearance
It came packaged nicely and was very easy to set up.
My nine year old daughter was absolutely thrilled when she opened the (enormous) box christmas morning.
I'm really looking forward to packing a picnic on a warm night and doing some serious stargazing, however.
I loved it from the moment i opened the box.
Competitiveness
We looked at purchasing several sets locally before we decided on this telescope and the features were far and away greater tha... Read More
I've had a few of these cheaper telescopes in the past, in fact i got a tasco which cost close to the same.
For such a company like celestron, this tripod is a black mark.
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- This product had a total of 4,242 reviews as of our last analysis date on Mar 22 2025.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The red dot is a big upgrade from one of those very entry level finder scopes thats impossible to focus
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The mount is much more stable although its a little short in my opinion i got a 6mm eyepiece but im not sure it was worth it
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Well see once the upgraded diagonal comes in
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Havent tried andromeda yet due to my location and season
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
So im my opinion its a 5 star for the 110 i got it for but full price i would not likely purchase it
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
To be fair i wouldnt know what to get new at the 180 price point but you would think they could throw in one of those cheap cell phone mounts or that better powerseeker tripod
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Next i want to catch saturn with its rings before it sets on me
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
The scope was in pretty good shape except the lens had some smudges on it
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