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PHD2
phd2 · v2.6.14
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7.0
Telescope guiding software
brew install --cask phd2 -
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (BSD-3-Clause) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026PHD2 is a niche telescope guiding software designed for astrophotography, offering precise control and real-time adjustments for amateur astronomers. It provides essential tools for aligning and guiding telescopes, making it invaluable for those engaged in detailed celestial imaging.
PHD2 guides telescopes to ensure accurate tracking of celestial objects for astrophotography.
Maturity: The project is mature, with active development and a history of updates, though a significant number of open issues may indicate areas needing attention.
Community: No community discussion found yet.
Pros
- + Highly specialized for astrophotography needs
- + Open-source with a permissive license
- + Active development and regular updates
Cons
- - Lack of auto-update feature
- - High number of open issues may suggest instability