✦ Astrophotography Without Limits

AstroMax Studio

Professional tools for astrophotographers — a smart session planning app and advanced processing scripts that pull every detail from your deep-sky data.

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AstroHopper
AstroHopper
Andrej Petrovčič
Andrej Petrovčič

Built by astrophotographers
for astrophotographers

AstroMax was born out of a passion for exploring the cosmos and the frustration of not having tools that fit the real needs of amateur and semi-professional astrophotographers.

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AstroMax App

A comprehensive desktop application for planning and managing astrophotography sessions. It integrates target visibility, weather conditions, field rotation, and intelligent scheduling across an entire night — everything in one place.

Processing Scripts

A collection of advanced Python and Bash scripts that automate the most demanding steps in post-processing. From automated stacking and calibration to custom stretch algorithms that extract the maximum from your data.

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App Development

The application was developed through a multi-month iterative process, testing every feature during real imaging nights. The focus is on a clean, intuitive interface backed by professional power — no unnecessary complexity.

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Script Development

Each script was created as a solution to a specific problem encountered in the field. They have been tested on hundreds of hours of raw data across different cameras, telescopes, and conditions — from light-polluted skies to dark sites.

Tools that elevate
your astrophotography

Full observatory control in one desktop app — GoTo & plate solving, autofocus, guiding, automated sequencing and more. 30-day free trial, one-time license.
⚙ Powered by ASCOM Remote — proven, fast, network-capable.

✦ MILESTONE — JULY 2026

Today, we reached another major milestone with the completion of the preview, on V1 version of AstroMax V1 Pro — and the result looks truly professional.

After nearly two months of intensive real-world testing, AstroMax V1 Pro has proven to be exceptionally stable, reliable, and powerful. We use it regularly to control our astrophotography equipment and imaging sessions, and it continues to perform flawlessly.

Our goal was clear: to create astrophotography software that combines powerful advanced features and extensive configuration options with a clean, intuitive, and user-friendly experience.

AstroMax V1 Pro offers greater flexibility and more advanced control than ASIAIR, while providing a simpler and more intuitive user experience than N.I.N.A.

Powerful enough for advanced astrophotographers. Simple enough to enjoy from the very first session.

AstroMax V1 Pro — advanced astrophotography control, made simple.

The future of astrophotography imaging is getting closer.

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Pro / Networked — V1Pro

AstroMax V1Pro

Professional desktop application using ASCOM Remote (Peter Simpson) for device communication — proven, fast, and network-ready. Best if you already run ASCOM Remote or want to control your rig from another PC. Windows 10/11 (64-bit).

Battle-tested device layer. C# .NET ASCOM Remote — mature and snappy. Requires a separate ASCOM Remote install (free, takes ~2 minutes).
  • GoTo & center with plate solving (ASTAP)
  • Autofocus — V-curve & hyperbolic fitting
  • PHD2 guiding integration & dithering
  • Automated plan sequencer with triggers
  • Polar alignment & mosaic planner
  • Network-capable (client/server on different PCs)
€40 One-time purchase
Lifetime license
✓ 30-day free trial — no payment to get started
✦ ONE-TIME LICENSE

Buy AstroMax License — €40

One payment, lifetime license. After payment, open the app → License → copy your Computer ID and send it to astrohopper53@gmail.com — your activation key arrives by email within 24 h.

💳 Pay via Wise or Bank transfer — €40 🔵 Pay €40 via Revolut
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AstroMax Scripts

A curated set of PixInsight scripts for deep-sky image processing. Download, install, and immediately improve the quality of your results.

  • Advanced PixInsight processing workflows
  • Custom stretch algorithms (STF, GHS, ArcSinh)
  • Noise reduction & background extraction
  • Star removal & sharpening tools
  • Detailed installation guide included
€20 One-time purchase
All future updates included
✓ 30-day free trial — no payment required to get started

⬇ Direct downloads — one click saves the .js file

How to activate (please read — we need your HWID!):
1️⃣ Open any AstroMax script in PixInsight and click the 🔑 License button (bottom of the window).
2️⃣ Your HWID is shown there — select it and copy it (Ctrl+C / Cmd+C).
3️⃣ Send the HWID together with your payment confirmation to astrohopper53@gmail.com.
You will receive your activation key by email within 24 h — one key activates ALL AstroMax scripts on that computer.
⚠️ Without your HWID we cannot generate your key, so please include it with every payment.

Astrophotography Book
— Free Download

A complete guide from first steps with a DSLR to advanced narrowband imaging. Available in Croatian and English — free of charge.

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Hrvatski

Astrofotografija —
Umjetnost i Znanost

45 stranica  ·  PDF  ·  ~10 MB

Cjeloviti vodič od prvih koraka s DSLR kamerom do naprednog narrowband setupa. Pokriva opremu, snimanje, kalibraciju, obradu u Sirilu i PixInsightu, tamno nebo i česte greške.

⬇ Preuzmi — Hrvatski
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English

Astrophotography —
Art and Science

45 pages  ·  PDF  ·  ~10 MB

A complete guide from first steps with a DSLR to advanced narrowband setup. Covers equipment, imaging, calibration, processing in Siril and PixInsight, dark skies, and common mistakes.

⬇ Download — English

Get in Touch

Questions about the app, scripts, or anything else? Send a message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.