This lightweight 2.7-inch/70mm achromatic refractor uses its relatively long length to produce natural-looking views of planets and the moon, but with anything else it’s underwhelming. It’s also ...

Aimed at beginners and those looking to upgrade, this 4-inch refractor is at its best with the moon and planets and comes with a lens cap that doubles as a novel smartphone holder for convenient ...

In my opinion, the best telescope design for smaller apertures is the refractor. In the 3- to 5-inch range, these are typically small and light, easy to store and transport. They are simple to mount, ...