Phoenix Observatory

Easy to setup and very solid. Used it over 3 nights so far and it’s done exactly what it’s supposed to very happy.

Fantastic is all I can say. Well, I can say even more below.

Sometimes you don't get what you pay for. Sometimes you do. And sometimes, rarely, you get more than you paid for, and for the Phoenix portable observatory, that's exactly what you get. The Phoenix material and workmanship is as good as it gets. The design: even better. While at the Okie-Tex star party last year, where "the wind comes sweepin' down the plain", it did just that with winds clocked at over 100kph (65mph). Skyboxes, made from conduit and tarps stacked down, ripped out of the ground and crashed into whatever was in there way-even damaging the RV parked next to me. The Octons set up right next to it didn't move an inch and was unscathed. I ordered the Phoenix the next day and am glad I did. Don't wait-if you think you could use a portable observatory-order one before they sell out. As an added bonus, UPS lost one of the three packages, and Starpoint sent another the missing package even before UPS responded to their complaint. Highest ratings for these guys-they are the folks that make life easier for us in the hobby and I'm very grateful they do.

Phoenix Observatory

In my opinion, the Starpoint Australius Phoenix Observatory is the best portable observatory out there! I’ve successfully used it on three separate occasions for multiple-night stargazing sessions, including a trip near Spruce Knob Mountain, WV—an area known for its extreme wind and wet conditions. Despite facing gusts of over 35 MPH, the observatory remained rock-solid, handling the harsh environment with ease. Setup was quick and effortless, making it ideal for spontaneous dark-sky outings. The build quality is exceptionally durable, showing no issues even after repeated use. Honestly, I can’t think of any cons—except that I wish I had bought this sooner! I look forward to using this observatory for every star party and random night of stargazing for years to come. Highly recommended!