Question 1

Which is better, Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount or iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Tracker?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount scored 8.8/10 and the iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Tracker scored 8.3/10 in our Best Star Tracking Mounts 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount worth it over the iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Tracker?

Accepted Answer

The Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount scores 8.8/10 while the iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Tracker scores 8.3/10. The Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount is our "Best Imaging Mount" pick in the Best Star Tracking Mounts 2026 category.

Sky-Watcher HEQ5 Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount vs iOptron SkyGuider Pro Camera Tracker: Which to Buy?