Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ: price & specs
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: celestron.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is listed at $359.95 on celestron.com as of 2026-06-27, #4 cheapest of 10 telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 58/100 pay-blind standing, #4 of 11 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ a good buy?
At $360, the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is #4 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its focal length of 650 mm is below the median of the 12, its highest useful magnification of 307 is above the median of the 12, and its weight of 17 lb is below the median of the 11.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $359.95 MSRP per celestron.com |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| Type | reflector |
| Aperture (mm) | 130 |
| Focal length (mm) | 650 |
| Focal ratio | f/5 |
| Mount type | equatorial |
| Highest useful magnification | 307 |
| Weight (lb) | 17 |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by astronomics.com. Re-verified on celestron.com: aperture 130 mm, focal length 650 mm, f/5, CG-3 manual German equatorial mount, 17 lb total kit weight, 307x highest useful magnification, MSRP $359.95. Astronomics corroborates optical specs and price $359.95 (Astronomics lists a more conservative 217x mag; manufacturer's 307x retained as primary).
Is the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ against its closest cheaper and pricier telescopes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Aperture (mm) | Focal length (mm) | Focal ratio | Mount type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ this | $359.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | equatorial |
| Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P | $313.95 | dobsonian | 150 | 750 | f/5 | alt_az |
| Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ | $499.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | alt_az |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ cost?
The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ has a US price of $359.95 (MSRP per celestron.com), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ compare on price?
At $360, the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is #4 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
What are the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ's key specs?
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ (Celestron): type reflector, aperture mm 130, focal length mm 650, focal ratio f/5, mount type equatorial. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $359.95 at celestron.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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