About Stellarium
Stellarium is an education app from Noctua Software that brings sky observation to your Android device. It packages a substantial amount of content into a single install, and the current build is version 1.16.8.
What the app offers As an education title, Stellarium is built around learning about what you can see above you. Rather than a casual utility, it is aimed at people who want to study the sky in a structured way, whether for a class, a hobby, or simple curiosity about the night sky.
Device compatibility The build requires Android 9.0 or newer. If you are running an older release of the system you will need to update before installing, while devices on newer versions should have no trouble running it. Always confirm your device meets the requirement before you begin.
Install and storage The package is named com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_free and weighs 124.0 MB. That is a fairly large download, so it is worth being connected to a stable network and making sure you have clear space available on your phone or tablet before you start the installation.
Version and developer Version 1.16.8 was released on 2026-09-17, and it comes from Noctua Software, the team behind the project. This listing does not show a content rating, so families may want to review the app themselves to decide whether it suits younger users.
APK Information
- Version
- 1.16.8
- Size
- 124.0 MB
- Android
- 9.0+
- File type
- APK
- Updated
- Sep 17, 2026
- Package
- com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_free
- Developer
- Noctua Software
Features
Education
Sky learning
Noctua Software
Frequently Asked Questions
What device version do I need to install Stellarium?
The build requires Android 9.0 or newer. Devices running an older system release will need to update first. If your device already runs the required version or anything newer, it should be able to install and run the app without an additional system upgrade.
How much storage should I free up before installing?
The package is 124.0 MB, so plan for at least that much free space plus a margin for the system to unpack the installation. Devices with limited internal storage may need to free up room or move other content elsewhere before you begin.
What is the exact package name of this app?
The package is com.noctuasoftware.stellarium_free. You can use this identifier to confirm you are installing the same build described here, to check what is already on your device, or to look up the app by its exact system identifier.
Which version is described here and when was it released?
This listing covers version 1.16.8, released on 2026-09-17. If you already have Stellarium installed, compare your current version against this number to see whether an update is available for your device.
Who develops the app and what kind of app is it?
Stellarium is developed by Noctua Software and is listed in the education category. It is designed as a learning-focused tool rather than a game or casual utility, aimed at users who want to study the sky from their device.
