Gskyer · Updated August 2026
Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor: price & specs
Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: gskyer.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor is listed at $230.69 on gskyer.com as of 2026-08-01, #2 cheapest of 10 telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 98/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 11 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Price history
$230.69Is the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor a good buy?
At $231, the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor is the cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its aperture of 80 mm is the lowest of the 12, its focal length of 400 mm is the lowest of the 12, and its highest useful magnification of 160 is the lowest of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $230.69 — current on record (was $199.99) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gskyer |
| Released | — |
| Type | refractor |
| Aperture (mm) | 80 |
| Focal length (mm) | 400 |
| Focal ratio | f/5 |
| Mount type | alt_az |
| Highest useful magnification | 160 |
| Weight (lb) | 7.9 |
Source: gskyer.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by amazon.com. Re-verified on gskyer.com official product page: aperture 80 mm, focal length 400 mm, f/5, altazimuth mount, 7.9 lb weight, price $199.99 (50% off regular $399.98). Highest useful magnification 160x derived from the standard 2x-aperture-in-mm rule as no manufacturer figure is published.
Is the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor this | $230.69 | refractor | 80 | 400 | f/5 | alt_az |
| Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ | $229.95 | reflector | 127 | 1000 | f/7.87 | equatorial |
| Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P | $313.95 | dobsonian | 150 | 750 | f/5 | alt_az |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor cost?
The Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor has a US price of $230.69, as of 2026-08-01.
How does the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor compare on price?
At $231, the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor is the cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
Has the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor's price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor has risen 15.4%, from $199.99 to $230.69; the lowest we have recorded is $199.99 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor is $199.99 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor?
The Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor is currently $230.69; the lowest we have recorded is $199.99 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
What are the Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor's key specs?
Gskyer 80mm AZ Refractor (Gskyer): type refractor, aperture mm 80, focal length mm 400, focal ratio f/5, mount type alt_az. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $230.69 at gskyer.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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