ESAKO 70mm Refractor Telescope for Beginners

ESAKO's 70mm portable refractor telescope is a beginner-friendly astronomy kit that combines a bright 70mm aperture, three eyepieces, a Barlow lens, and a phone adapter to make Moon and planet viewing simple and sharable.

Compact and straightforward to assemble, this ESAKO telescope is built for first-time stargazers and families who want reliable optics without a steep learning curve. The fully coated glass elements and a 70mm objective give good light transmission and a comfortable field of view, while the included accessories — adjustable tripod, star diagonal, finder scope, and cellphone adapter — let you point, focus, and capture celestial sights quickly. No special tools are required to get started, making it a practical gift for holidays, birthdays, or educational kits for kids.

How clear and bright will objects appear through the 70mm aperture?

The 70mm objective gathers ample light for sharp views of the Moon, brighter planets, and star clusters under suburban skies. Fully coated lenses reduce reflection loss and improve contrast, so lunar craters and planetary features are easier to spot.

• 70mm aperture balances portability and light-gathering power.
• Fully coated glass for increased transmission and contrast.
• Star diagonal produces a right-side-up image for terrestrial use.
• Best for Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, bright star clusters, and daytime viewing.

What magnifications can I achieve and how do I switch them?

This kit includes three eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens, enabling a range of magnifications appropriate for different targets. Swap eyepieces and add or remove the Barlow to increase power; the star diagonal and secure focuser make changing accessories fast and stable.

• Three eyepieces cover low to high magnification needs.
• Barlow lens triples the eyepiece magnification when required.
• Eyepiece changes are tool-free for easy swapping in the field.
• Recommended maximum useful magnification around 150x depending on conditions.

How easy is the telescope to set up and use with a smartphone?

Assembly is quick and requires no tools — ideal for kids and beginners. A 5x24 crosshair finder scope helps you align targets, and the included phone adapter and Bluetooth remote let you capture images or videos of what you see through the eyepiece.

• Tool-free setup in minutes; easy height-adjustable tripod mount.
• Crosshair finder scope simplifies aiming at celestial objects.
• Phone adapter clamps to the eyepiece for afocal photography and video.
• Remote control enables hands-free shutter release for sharper shots.

What extras come with the scope and how do they help my observations?

The ESAKO package includes practical accessories that extend usability beyond a bare tube and tripod. A moon filter reduces glare for more comfortable lunar viewing, and the star diagonal makes terrestrial observation more natural. Together these extras make the scope useful for both night and day.

• Moon filter lowers glare and improves contrast when viewing the Moon.
• Star diagonal corrects image orientation for comfortable land-based viewing.
• Adjustable tripod provides stable support and variable viewing height.
• Accessory set includes eyepieces, Barlow lens, finder scope, phone adapter, and remote.

Who is this for? ESAKO's 70mm telescope is designed for curious beginners, parents buying a first telescope for a child, and anyone seeking a portable, all-in-one observational kit. It suits backyard astronomy sessions, school science projects, and daytime nature viewing. If you want a straightforward, accessory-rich refractor that balances optical performance with ease of use and smartphone compatibility, this kit is a practical starting point.