Head-to-head · Astrology Software
Astro Gold vs AstroWay
Astro Gold leads on 2 checks, AstroWay on 2, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAstro Gold · 9.9/10
- Lowest starting priceAstroWay · $4.99/mo
- Free planboth
- Most featuresAstro Gold · 5 of 6
Astro Gold scores higher on our rubric for astrology software: 9.9 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
AstroWay is cheaper to start at $4.99/mo against $7.99/mo. Astro Gold offers mobile app; AstroWay doesn't. Astro Gold offers desktop app; AstroWay doesn't. AstroWay offers api access; Astro Gold doesn't publish it.
Astro Gold is the better fit for astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts. AstroWay is the better fit for budget-conscious users wanting broad astrology tools.
- Astro Gold fits best
Astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts
- AstroWay fits best
Budget-conscious users wanting broad astrology tools
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Side by side
| Feature | Astro Gold 9.9/10 Visit ↗ | AstroWay 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.9 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #1 in Astrology Software | #4 in Astrology Software |
| Best for | Astrologers needing comprehensive desktop and mobile charts | Budget-conscious users wanting broad astrology tools |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $7.99/mo | $4.99/mo (best) |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 7 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Community, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Astro Gold 5/6 · AstroWay 4/6 | ||
| Transit forecasting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Synastry charts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Report builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | ✓ (best) | — |
| Desktop app | ✓ (best) | — |
| API access | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Chart system | Multi-system | Multi-system |
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| Our verdict | Astro Gold brings chart creation, comparison and interpretation to desktop and mobile, with tools aimed at professional astrologers, students and astrology enthusiasts. It covers natal, transit, return, progressed, directed, relationship… Read the review → |
AstroWay is a browser-based astrology application for astrologers and astrology learners who want multiple chart systems in one workspace. Its tools cover natal calculations with multiple house systems, synastry, composite and Davison… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Astro Gold — where it wins
- Builds natal, predictive, relationship and composite charts
- Offers multi-chart wheels, aspect grids, reports and configurable calculations
- Supports chart-file tools plus Solar Fire and iCloud Drive
Where it doesn't
- The free plan is limited to core charting and basic interpretations
- Paid features and prices vary by platform and purchase option
- Desktop chart mapping and graphic ephemeris are limited to desktop editions
AstroWay — where it wins
- Broad chart coverage includes Western, Vedic, predictive and Human Design tools
- Exports charts to PNG, PDF, DOCX, CSV and JSON, with API access
- Free plan includes natal charts, three overlays, lunar calendar and PNG export
Where it doesn't
- Cloud-only product with no dedicated mobile or desktop app listed
- Free plan saves up to three charts and limits exports to PNG
- AI interpretations and unlimited charts require a PRO subscription
- Astro Gold9.9/10 · Free plan · paid from $7.99/mo · 7-day trial
A multi-platform charting suite with a free iOS tier and several paid purchase options.
Visit Astro GoldFull verdict → - AstroWay7.8/10 · Free plan · paid from $4.99/mo · 7-day trial
A low-cost, broad astrology workspace spanning Western, Vedic, predictive and Human Design tools.
Visit AstroWayFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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