Celestron Cometron FirstScope 76mm Tabletop Telescope💰 Best Budget

Rank #3 in Beginner Telescopes & Astronomy

Celestron Cometron FirstScope 76mm Tabletop Telescope

by Celestron · Ages 8+

4.3(324)
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The classic cheap first scope r/telescopes actually endorses — stable, decent aperture, and no shaky tripod to fight.

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$175.09

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Price checked Jun 23, 2026

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What we like

  • ↑Stable tabletop base
  • ↑Good aperture for the price
  • ↑No fiddly tripod
  • ↑Truly grab-and-go

Worth knowing

  • ↓Needs a table/steady surface
  • ↓Basic included eyepieces

What buyers say

Based on 83 buyer mentions

Buyers praise suitability for beginners, value for money, ease of use and portability. Mixed feedback on visibility and sturdiness. Some flag adjustability.

↑ Suitability For Beginners↑ Value for money↑ Ease Of Use↑ Portability↓ Adjustability↕ Visibility↕ Sturdiness↕ Stability

Specs

Aperture
76mm
Focal Length
300mm
Mount
Tabletop Dobsonian
Max Useful Magnification
~150x
Weight
~4 lb