If you're interested in getting into astronomy, the Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ is an ideal choice of first telescope – and right now the already very reasonable price has dropped even further, with excellent deals in both the US and the UK. Head to Amazon for $84 off or £42 off sticker price.
We gave this telescope a strong four stars in our Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ review, and rate it as the best telescope for beginners, so we'd happily recommend it – for a budget-friendly telescope it punches above its price tag when it comes to features. A large, bright 102mm objective lens and generous 660mm focal length deliver quality viewing – you can use it for land-based observation as well as stargazing, which means you're getting even better bang for your buck.
A full-height steel tripod with accessory tray is included, and setup doesn't require any tools, making this a good pick for anyone who wants to just get started. There are some slight drawbacks – it's pretty heavy, and the build quality is fine but not outstanding (if you have a bigger budget, head to our general best telescope guide for some higher quality and more advanced options), but for the price this is an excellent beginner scope. Check out today's best prices below.
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