Vaonis Reviews

Since I was 14, I've been captivated by astronomy, even crafting my first telescope and grinding the mirror myself. Now at 77, my place is packed with telescopes and cameras. However, nothing holds a candle to Vespera. It's amazing! Super user-friendly, takes stunning photos, and is lightweight. At Star Parties, it truly stands out. I wholeheartedly recommend it with great excitement and zero hesitations.

Folks who supported the Vespera kick-starter at the highest tier (Expert Pledge) are facing major setbacks. The most recent word mentioned that shipping would kick off again in November. However, there hasn’t been any broad communication since then, and it seems like a number of buyers will be hit with more delays. A straightforward update would really be valued.

Vaonis is top notch. Their support has been exceptional, both before and after the sale. Big shout out to Agnes for her help. The Stellina is an absolutely amazing device. I've been putting off diving into astrophotography for twenty years. I hesitated because of the price and the technical stuff. But Stellina simplifies the process of snapping high-quality images of those faint deep space objects. I'm genuinely blown away. While Stellina might seem pricey, it's really not. When you stack it up against other options, the value is fantastic. This is probably my best buy in astronomy since I got a bino-viewer.

This little astrograph robot is truly amazing. Stellina opens up astrophotography to everyone and delivers impressive results straight away.

This really is a game changer. It might not be the largest or boast the highest resolution - that would just make it mostly impractical like my 6” refractor and 11” Catadioptric scopes. However, it’s a fantastic tool that you can set up in no time and is super portable. The best telescope is the one you’ve got on hand and is easy to use - that’s Stellina for you. My friends, family, and neighbors are blown away by the images I take and share... I’m excited to see what this tech will bring in a decade, but for now, nothing beats it. Big thanks to Stellina! Even though this is my second review, I just had an incredible session the other night and felt the need to share again.

Innovative in design and build.

Vaonis is an outstanding company that truly values its customers, their products, and the commitment to provide cutting-edge updates that keep their gear modern and relevant. They aim to make the cosmos accessible to folks who might not have the expertise, time, or even the inclination to fiddle with complicated setups. The best part is that the quality of the images you capture doesn’t suffer due to the user-friendly nature; in fact, it’s often even better.

I've had my Stellina for about 5 months now, and I’d recommend it wholeheartedly. The product is amazing and a pleasure to operate, the craftsmanship is top-notch, and while the price might seem steep for a working guy like me, it’s a solid investment. The company runs a lively, fun, and informative Facebook group that’s invaluable. Sure, you might need to wait a bit for your delivery, but trust me, it’ll be worth it!

Since I was a kid of 10, I've been captivated by the stars. Now at 76, I've owned a bunch of telescopes. The biggest one I had was a hefty 9.25 catadioptric, tipping the scales at over 100 lbs, with the tube alone weighing 50 lbs. I ended up giving it to a buddy when I couldn't put it together anymore.

Then I stumbled upon the Vaonis ad and decided to grab a Stellina. Living in the city, I recently sent a picture of the Ring Nebula I captured with the Stellina to my friend who’s out in the Virginia mountains. He replied, “I can’t get this kind of quality with the 9 1/4” you passed on to me.”

At just 25 lbs, it’s a breeze to carry around. Setting it up is super easy, and my neighbors’ porch lights don’t bother me at all.

Big thanks to Vaonis for bringing joy back into this old man's life.

I was blown away when I laid eyes on the Stellina. After placing my order and receiving it, I can say I was not let down. The simplicity of using it and the outcomes are truly impressive. I'm still figuring out how to edit my images, but I'm improving with every attempt.

Should you get one? Absolutely, if (1) you're after fantastic results and (2) you want something easy to operate.

Catch you in the night somewhere - me, USA Ohio

I've been into amateur astronomy for quite a while and have had several telescopes. Stellina isn't just a game changer; it's a total game changer for the whole field. The folks at Vaonis are top-notch when it comes to customer service and have been super quick to respond to all my questions. There's one key point everyone ought to know. Even the biggest telescopes out there can't show you the color and detail that Stellina can deliver. Those stunning images come from astrophotography, which is exactly what Stellina specializes in. The experience with Stellina is a hundred times better than what you'd get from a regular astrophotography setup. However, there are some who prefer an astronomy experience without the astrophotography aspect, and for them, Stellina might not be the right fit.

I placed my Stellina order back in December 2020 with OPT, and here we are, nearly in April 2021, and still no sign of my Stellina. I haven't even gotten any updates on when it might ship. It's tough to give a review on something I haven't actually gotten my hands on yet.

I have to say, my mind was totally amazed by the pictures we received from the Stellina. It’s such an awesome way for me to get back into astronomy and ignite some curiosity in my son. The couple of support questions I had were responded to promptly. All in all, I was genuinely impressed!

Alright... Vaonis has truly hit the mark. I've spent years fiddling with different gear to capture images at half the quality I achieve with Stellina! My wife gets a kick out of me when I’m jumping around saying it took me just 5 minutes or so to get everything ready!

Kudos to your engineers... fantastic job. You’ve crafted a real gem! And to your managers and leaders... hats off! For fostering such a vibe of innovative creativity.

I can’t wait to be pleasantly surprised by what you come up with next!

I bought a Stellina from Vaonis for my stargazing venture. It's user-friendly, takes amazing pictures, and is super portable. I ran into a problem using it in the chilly winter of the Colorado Rockies, but Vaonis provided top-notch support to fix it.

This is an excellent choice for schools and community groups wanting to provide stargazing experiences.

I had pretty much thrown in the towel on my old telescope. It was heavy, clunky, and just too much to deal with. Honestly, I’m getting too old for that nonsense. Then I stumbled upon the Stellina on YouTube, and it caught my attention. The quick review I checked out was really encouraging. The fact that the app handles a lot of the image processing really convinced me. Setting up the Stellina is so straightforward that it’s actually enjoyable. Using it is just as simple. So, astrophotography is enjoyable once more. That’s the main reason to get one. And when Vaonis releases a more advanced model, maybe with a larger aperture, you can bet I’ll be getting that too! Big thanks to Vaonis!!

This telescope has truly lived up to what I was hoping for and works wonderfully even in the bright lights of NYC. It's a blast to check out deep space from my balcony. The customer support during the pandemic was outstanding, and I couldn't be happier with my stellina.