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Orion SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST reflector is perfect for the more serious beginner, providing beautiful views of both planets and deep-sky objects. With plenty of included accessories, this scope will keep you enjoying the night sky for years to come!
$349.99
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Orion ShortTube 80-T Refractor Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
This compact, grab-and-go 80mm refractor is outfitted for enjoyable daytime terrestrial viewing and casual nighttime stargazing. Just pop it on a telescope mount or photo tripod and start exploring! Includes high- and low-power Plossl eyepieces.
$179.99
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Orion StarMax 90 Mak-Cass Telescope & Planetary Kit
4.6 / 5.0
Providing higher power views, the StarMax 90mm TableTop Mak-Cass packs that power into a tube just 11" long. Offering point-and-view ease of use and an expanded bundle of great accessories, this scope is a fun, pint-sized powerhouse.
$329.99
If purchased separately
$409.94
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Orion Limited Edition SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Bundle
4.9 / 5.0
The Limited Edition XT8 boasts a gorgeous ruby red finish and comes with an upgraded accessory package that includes a 2" 25mm (49x) 70-degree eyepiece, a 1.25" 10mm (122x) Plossl eyepiece, a power-boosting 2x Barlow lens, and more. A great value!
$779.99
3 easy payments of $260.00
With payment plan
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Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
Powerful, easy to use and affordable, the SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian telescope will keep you busy exploring the solar system and deep space for years. An incredible value that includes Orion's MoonMap, DeepMap 600, and a smartphone photo adapter.
$449.99
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
4.8 / 5.0
One of our most popular telescopes, the XT8 combines prodigious light grasp, easy navigation, and solid stability for an epic stargazing experience. It's an incredible value that includes Orion's MoonMap, DeepMap 600, and a smartphone photo adapter.
$649.99
3 easy payments of $216.66
With payment plan
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Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
Super-portable and easy to use, the SkyScanner 100mm will introduce the whole family to amazing celestial treasures. Its big 100mm parabolic mirror pulls in faint light. Pop it on a table in the yard and you're set. Includes Moon map and Moon filter.
$149.99
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Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
Consistently garnering 5-star user ratings, the popular StarBlast 4.5 has introduced thousands of new stargazers to the wonders of the night sky. It's a sturdy, portable family telescope with superb 4.5" parabolic optics and top-tier accessories.
$249.99
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Orion StarBlast 6 Astro Reflector Telescope
4.7 / 5.0
The perfect combination of telescope performance and portability, the StarBlast 6 promises uncomplicated, point-and-view fun for the beginning and intermediate stargazer. Comes largely pre-assembled - just attach the accessories and have a blast!
$449.99
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Orion StarMax 90mm TableTop Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
Offering higher-power views than reflector and refractor telescopes, the StarMax 90mm TableTop Mak-Cass packs that power into a tube just 11" long. Offering point-and-view ease of use and great accessories, this scope is a fun, pint-sized powerhouse.
$279.99
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FunScope 76mm TableTop Reflector Telescope
4.9 / 5.0
The FunScope is a great telescope for beginners and families to explore astronomy affordably. The FunScope Moon Kit includes the Orion MoonMap 260, a 20mm eyepiece for 15x views, a 10mm eyepiece for 30x views, and a red-dot finder.
$79.99
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Meade Polaris 90mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope
The Polaris 90 telescope includes slow-motion controls that allow for easy tracking of objects in the night sky. Includes a Red-Dot finder scope, 2x Barlow lens, three eyepieces, and erect-image diagonal. Assembled weight is approximately 18 lbs.
$299.99
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Meade Polaris 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope
The Polaris 114 telescope includes slow-motion controls on both axes that allow for easy tracking of objects in the night sky. Includes a Red-Dot Viewfinder, 2x Barlow Lens, and three eyepieces. The assembled weight is approximately 19 lbs.
$199.99
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Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Kit
4.9 / 5.0
Powerful, easy to use and affordable, the SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Kit will keep you busy exploring the solar system and deep space for years. A great value that includes Orion's 2x Barlow Lens, smartphone adapter, and much more!
$499.99
If purchased separately
$529.95
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Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ Reflector Telescope Kit
4.8 / 5.0
The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST reflector package is perfect for the serious beginner, providing beautiful views of both planets and deep-sky objects. With plenty of included accessories, this scope will keep you enjoying the night sky for years to come!
$379.99
If purchased separately
$429.95
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Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope Kit
4.9 / 5.0
One of our most popular telescopes, the XT8 kit combines prodigious light grasp, easy navigation, and solid stability. It's a great value that includes a 2x Shorty Barlow, MoonMap, DeepMap, and smartphone adapter, and more!
$699.99
3 easy payments of $233.33
With payment plan
If purchased separately
$742.94
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Orion GrandView Vari-Angle 20-60x80mm Zoom Spotting Scope
The powerful GrandView Vari-Angle 20-60x80mm Spotting Scope features a unique adjustable-angle eyepiece so you can easily view at 90-degrees, straight-through, or any angle in between! Explore distant objects in detail with the 20-60x zoom eyepiece.
$399.99
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Orion StarBlast II 4.5 Equatorial Reflector Telescope
4.6 / 5.0
This 4.5" reflector telescope on an adjustable EQ tripod makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy stargazing. Includes reference material and a smartphone adapter to take pictures of the moon and planets.
$199.99
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StarBlast II 4.5 Equatorial Reflector and TD-1 Motor Drive
4.5 / 5.0
This 4.5" reflector telescope on an adjustable EQ tripod and included TD-1 motor drive makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy stargazing. Includes reference material and a smartphone adapter to take pictures of the moon and planets.
$259.99
If purchased separately
$269.98
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Orion StarBlast II 4.5 EQ Reflector Telescope Kit
4.6 / 5.0
The StarBlast 4.5" reflector telescope kit on an adjustable EQ tripod makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy stargazing. Includes reference material, smartphone camera adapter, 2x Shorty Barlow lens, and more!
$259.99
If purchased separately
$279.95
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More About Beginner Telescopes
The question of which telescope is best for the beginner is asked a lot. The answer to that question really depends on what is important to you, because the best telescope for a beginner is one that they will use and enjoy. There are many factors, most of which can only be answered by you, to pick the best beginner telescope Price, portability, what you can see with your new telescope, and features such as computerized and GoTo functionality are the common attributes for the beginner to consider. Beginner telescopes are typically easy to use and maintain, will show you the moon and planets, and feature good optical and mechanical quality. Click the "Resources to Help You Choose a Telescope" link above for more information.

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