Amazon Basics BT1818
- Telescope
- 70 mm
- Manual Focus
- 5.91 pounds
- More reviewed than 80%
An entry-level 70mm telescope with Bluetooth remote control, rated 4.2 across 192 reviews, suited to beginners building a tripod-mounted setup.
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How it ranks among the 15 telescopes we track
4.2★ across 192 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
192 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 15 telescopes we track - how the scorecard works · full telescopes data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
This Amazon Basics telescope pairs a 70mm objective lens with a Bluetooth remote, letting users control functions like camera shutter or app-based features without touching the scope directly.
A 70mm objective is a common entry to mid-level telescope aperture, suited to viewing the moon and brighter planets. The packaged dimensions, over 63 inches on the longest side, point to a full tripod-mounted setup rather than a compact travel scope.
- 70 mm objective lens
- Bluetooth remote included
- Manual focus
- 5.91 lb weight
Who it's for
Beginner to intermediate stargazers who want a tripod telescope with smartphone or app connectivity via Bluetooth, and who have room to store a scope with a 63 inch packed dimension.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Bluetooth remote for hands-free control
- 70mm objective suited to moon and planet viewing
- Large packed footprint near 64 inches
- Manual focus only
Performance notes
The 70mm objective lens gathers enough light for lunar and planetary viewing, and manual focus lets the user dial in sharpness by hand. The Bluetooth remote adds hands-free control, useful for reducing shake during viewing or capture.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Objective Lens | 70 mm |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Weight | 5.91 pounds |
| Dimensions | 31.1 × 36.2 × 63.8 inches |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in telescopes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics BT1818This product | 4.2 / 5 | 192 | 3.5 / 5 |
| Svbony CAF9359E TelescopeSvbony | 4.6 / 5 | 346 | 3.7 / 5 |
| ZWO Seestar S30 TelescopeZWO | 4.6 / 5 | 134 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Celestron 21063 TelescopeCelestron | 4.2 / 5 | 417 | 3.5 / 5 |
| HSL 203EQ-white TelescopeHSL | 4.2 / 5 | 127 | 3.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Basics telescopes
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Amazon Basics BT1818 telescope include a remote?
Yes, it comes with a Bluetooth remote for wireless control.
What size objective lens does the BT1818 telescope have?
It has a 70mm objective lens.
How much does the Amazon Basics BT1818 telescope weigh?
It weighs about 5.91 lb.