--- product_id: 37177370 title: "Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope" brand: "celestron" price: "KD 261.36" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Celestron" url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/37177370-celestron-astrofi-102-wi-fi-maksutov-wireless-reflecting-telescope store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Smart device app control with SkyPortal Integrated WiFi for seamless wireless control 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain fully coated optics Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope **Brand:** celestron **Price:** KD 261.36 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Unlock the Universe Wirelessly — Stargazing Just Got Smarter! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope by celestron - **How much does it cost?** KD 261.36 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/37177370-celestron-astrofi-102-wi-fi-maksutov-wireless-reflecting-telescope) ## Best For - celestron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted celestron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smartphone-Ready Setup:** Accessory tray doubles as a secure dock for your phone or tablet, keeping your control center right at hand. - • **Trusted Legacy & Support:** Backed by Celestron’s 2-year US warranty and expert support—join a community of astronomy pros and enthusiasts. - • **Crystal-Clear Cosmic Views:** 102mm fully coated Maksutov optics deliver stunning, sharp images of the Moon, planets, and deep space wonders. - • **Wireless Stargazing Revolution:** Control your telescope effortlessly via WiFi using the free SkyPortal app—no cables, no hassle. - • **Effortless Alignment & Navigation:** Award-winning SkyAlign tech and star pointer finder scope make setup and celestial targeting a breeze. ## Overview The Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope combines a powerful 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system with integrated WiFi connectivity, allowing users to control the telescope via the free SkyPortal app on smartphones and tablets. Featuring fully coated optics for crisp views of lunar and planetary details as well as bright deep space objects, it includes a StarPointer finder, two Kellner eyepieces, and a convenient accessory tray designed for smart devices. Its computerized altazimuth mount with award-winning SkyAlign technology ensures quick, precise setup. Supported by a 2-year US warranty and Celestron’s expert customer service, this telescope is ideal for millennial professionals seeking a high-tech, immersive astronomy experience. ## Description Celestron is not only changing the way we experience astronomy, but We're also changing the way you interact with the night sky. The Astro fi 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain is a fully featured telescope that can be controlled with your smart phone or tablet using the free Celestron sky portal app. Celestron’s sky portal app replaces the traditional telescope hand control for a 100% wireless experience. Just hold your smart device up to the night sky. When you find an object you'd like to view, tap the screen. Your Astro fi telescope automatically slews to the object, while the screen displays information about it. It’s never been more fun to explore the universe!the Astro fi 102 creates its own wireless connection, so it can communicate with your device even in remote locations where Wi-Fi or Cellular networks aren't available. Getting ready to observe is quick and painless thanks to Celestron’s award-winning sky align technology. Center any three bright objects in the eyepiece, and your telescope calculates its position. You can even generate a sky tour of all the best celestial objects to view based on your exact time and location.trusted Celestron opticsinnovative Wi-Fi technology powers the Astro fi, but it’s the optics inside the telescope tube that make it a Celestron. For over 50 years, we’ve LED the industry in optical technology-and we put that experience into the Astro fi 102. This 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain with fully coated optics offers dazzling views of craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the great red spot on Jupiter, the Orion Nebula, the HERCULES globular cluster and so much more. Review: Great scope and mount for the price. - Did some research before purchasing, I read all the reviews indicating wifi dropping issues but have not experienced this when using an iPhone. I used this telescope for hours one night and there were no issues. The eyepieces would need to be upgraded to improve the image quality., which is the same for most telescopes on the market at this price. This is a great value for a beginner’s telescope package. Having the motorized mount is convenient in light polluted areas. Using star align method is easy to get the Goto system aligned. Followed the instructions and aligned the red dot sight with the scope during the day time, this helped alignment with 3 stars at night. It’s tricky using the app to know what star you’re physically looking at in the sky, but if using compass mode in the app and holding the phone up you can see that the app shows a brighter star than the surrounding star so that’s mostly likely the star you’re physically looking at. Update: Still working great. I enabled guided access on my iPhone when using the SkyPortal app. When guided access is enabled, your iPhone will remain at that screen and not turn off. This helps tremendously for when you’re having a long night of Stargazing. I also enable the iPhone color filter through the accessibility options. I use the red filter, which makes everything red on my phone and it helps cut out any blinding white lights that will affect your vision during stargazing sessions. It also helps save your phone battery. I used this scope for 4 hours, with my phone constantly being on during the entire time and only drop a small percentage of my phone battery. I also use a 12v battery rechargeable power bank instead of 8 AA batteries to power the mount. Review: Great scope - The best part of this scope is the built-in WiFi connectivity and the nice cell phone adapter. I would recommend getting some stronger eye pieces because this scope (130mm) has a lot of power. So much so that I can’t even look at the moon w/o using a moon filter because it hurts my eyes. I took the attached picture using my cellphone. I have also taken nice pictures of deep space objects but would recommend using a good app that opens up the ISO on your phone to gather even more light. Also, I would recommend an external battery to power the scope because the one it comes with doesn’t last very long. Lastly, if you use a dedicated old cellphone to control the telescope, which I recommend, make sure to set your setting so your phone doesn’t automatically lock after a few minutes. Always keep in open and you will not lose any connection with the telescope. Too easy! ## Features - Control your telescope via integrated WiFi using the free Celestron Sky Portal app for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices - The Astro Fi 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain with fully coated glass optics provides outstanding views the Moon and planets, as well as bright deep space objects beyond our Solar System - Accessory tray holds 2 x 1.25” eyepieces, miscellaneous accessories, including a rubber-lined area for a smart phone or small tablet - Includes a Star Pointer finder scope, 2 Kellner eyepieces, and mirror star diagonal - Mount type:Single Fork Arm Computerized Altazimuth - UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01L0EQLTI | | Additional Features | Wireless control via integrated WiFi and Celestron SkyPortal app | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,625 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #32 in Telescope Reflectors | | Brand | Celestron | | Built-In Media | 102mm optical tube assembly, StarPointer finderscope and bracket (preassembled), 25 mm Kellner eyepiece (1.25"), 10mm Kellner eyepiece (1.25"), Star Diagonal (1.25"), Small dust cap for focuser, Large dust cap for objective lens, Battery pack (batteries not included) | | Coating | Fully Coated | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone, Tablet | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 213 Reviews | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 7.8 Millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | Kellner | | Field Of View | 3.6 Degrees | | Finderscope | StarPointer™ red dot finderscope | | Focal Length Description | 25 mm (0.98 in) | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234222020 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 34"D x 30"W x 50"H | | Item Type Name | Celestron Astro Fi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope, Black (22202) | | Item Weight | 14 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Celestron Acquisition LLC | | Manufacturer Part Number | 22202 | | Model Name | Astro Fi 102 | | Model Number | 22202-CGL | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) | | Objective Lens Diameter | 102 Millimeters | | Optical Tube Length | 381 Millimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 381 Millimeters | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Telescope Mount Description | Altazimuth Mount | | UPC | 050234222020 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2-Years | | Zoom Ratio | 53 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Celestron - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** Kellner - **Finderscope:** StarPointer™ red dot finderscope - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Model Name:** Astro Fi 102 - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 102 Millimeters - **Optical Tube Length:** 381 Millimeters - **Power Source:** Battery Powered - **Product Dimensions:** 34"D x 30"W x 50"H - **Telescope Mount Description:** Altazimuth Mount ## Images ![Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61gGfx1ocML.jpg) ![Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61t34HerPDL.jpg) ![Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61N6EWg93kL.jpg) ![Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11BieDtOtLL.jpg) ![Celestron AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61g3fBxsFwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would you recommend this for a beginner?** A: I think it's a great beginners telescope. With the robotic arm and wifi it will auto move to point at objects by way of your smart phone or tablet. The only tricky part is initial alignment but after that it's great! **Q: Is there any problems people experience with the Wi-Fi?** A: I have had nothing but problems connecting with IOS on an iPhone 12. Connected but the telescope does not respond. Continual issues. When it does connect, it drops. Been trying to fix for days. Seems others on web have same issue. Will be giving this a one star. **Q: I know it's wireless but is there a hard wire port?** A: Yes, there is a port where you can plug in an optional hand control. **Q: I bought a 1.25" celeston omni 2x barlow lens, which seems like it should fit, but is too big. is there a certain kind of barlow lens needed?** A: yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great scope and mount for the price. *by A***. on March 18, 2025* Did some research before purchasing, I read all the reviews indicating wifi dropping issues but have not experienced this when using an iPhone. I used this telescope for hours one night and there were no issues. The eyepieces would need to be upgraded to improve the image quality., which is the same for most telescopes on the market at this price. This is a great value for a beginner’s telescope package. Having the motorized mount is convenient in light polluted areas. Using star align method is easy to get the Goto system aligned. Followed the instructions and aligned the red dot sight with the scope during the day time, this helped alignment with 3 stars at night. It’s tricky using the app to know what star you’re physically looking at in the sky, but if using compass mode in the app and holding the phone up you can see that the app shows a brighter star than the surrounding star so that’s mostly likely the star you’re physically looking at. Update: Still working great. I enabled guided access on my iPhone when using the SkyPortal app. When guided access is enabled, your iPhone will remain at that screen and not turn off. This helps tremendously for when you’re having a long night of Stargazing. I also enable the iPhone color filter through the accessibility options. I use the red filter, which makes everything red on my phone and it helps cut out any blinding white lights that will affect your vision during stargazing sessions. It also helps save your phone battery. I used this scope for 4 hours, with my phone constantly being on during the entire time and only drop a small percentage of my phone battery. I also use a 12v battery rechargeable power bank instead of 8 AA batteries to power the mount. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great scope *by M***O on January 9, 2024* The best part of this scope is the built-in WiFi connectivity and the nice cell phone adapter. I would recommend getting some stronger eye pieces because this scope (130mm) has a lot of power. So much so that I can’t even look at the moon w/o using a moon filter because it hurts my eyes. I took the attached picture using my cellphone. I have also taken nice pictures of deep space objects but would recommend using a good app that opens up the ISO on your phone to gather even more light. Also, I would recommend an external battery to power the scope because the one it comes with doesn’t last very long. Lastly, if you use a dedicated old cellphone to control the telescope, which I recommend, make sure to set your setting so your phone doesn’t automatically lock after a few minutes. Always keep in open and you will not lose any connection with the telescope. Too easy! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great telescope fits in a backpack for travel Has some draw backs but overall a winner *by M***K on December 21, 2018* Let me start by saying that I am a big fan of Celestron Telescopes. I also own a Celestron Nexstar 8 that of course has much better light gathering power than the Astrofi 102, but this little telescope has big features. Once you understand the software it is a great scope and my new go to scope for quick set up and viewing. You will run into wifi difficulties if you are near a stronger wifi signal than the scope. Connectivity issues are easy to remedy by temporarily ignoring all other wifi signals from the settings tab on your phone. I have yet to have a single problem with a dropped signal communicating with the scope. Update after a year of use: The wifi signal now drops constantly and I gave up and purchased the handset. The handset software is rather difficult to download and get loaded and running, but once installed it works perfectly. If I had to do it all over again I wold spend a little more and get a 5 or 6se and scrap the whole wifi idea. The pros: -Light Weight, easily to pack and set up (done in about 2 minutes) -Once you master the fairly easy software you can be tracking objects quickly -No more typing in coordinates and time of day as the scope uses your phone for all that information -Good optics -No wires from a hand controller to get in the way or worry about -Clever built in eye piece phone holder for group viewing and taking photos (it is built into the main optical lens cover making the lens cover dual purpose) -It can also support a hand controller if that is what you are used to -Easily Fits in a backpack and the stand will strap onto the backpack for a really portable scope Cons: -Unlike other Celestron Maskutov scopes you can NOT remove the scope from the stand and use this scope as a table top scope. This is the biggest negative for me and why I gave it 4 stars -The plug for connecting power is very cheap and it could break if you snag the power cord while slewing -It does NOT come with a 12 volt AC power supply or batteries Overall this is a really nice scope due to it's wifi feature, light weight and ease of use. Your first time using it could take some time to get set up and gain an understanding of the alignment procedure. It would be nice if it was able to be used on tabletop. I may just have to custom make a table top stand for it. This video was taken on a very cloudy night with an iPhone attached to the built in phone holder on the lens cap. Stock 45mm lense with no filters. ## Frequently Bought Together - Celestron 22202 AstroFi 102 Wi-Fi Maksutov Wireless Reflecting Telescope, Black - Celestron 81036 NexGO 2-Axis Universal Digiscoping and Astroimaging Smartphone Adapter - Connects Your Smartphone Camera to an Optic Eyepiece to Capture Images and Video, Black - Celestron 94303 1.25 inch Eyepiece & Filter Kit - Includes 14 Pieces in Metal Foam-Lined Carry Case, Silver --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/37177370-celestron-astrofi-102-wi-fi-maksutov-wireless-reflecting-telescope](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/37177370-celestron-astrofi-102-wi-fi-maksutov-wireless-reflecting-telescope) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*