Astronomy vs Entomology
Astronomy and entomology have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Astronomy | Entomology |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | Free | $80 |
Choose astronomy if
- Cheaper to start
- Nothing alive to look after
- Less repetitive
Free to start, and little or nothing after that.
Choose entomology if
- Costs more to start
- Looking after living things
- More rhythmic and repetitive
About $80 to start, then about $5 a month.
What you'll need
- Astronomy: Telescope, Binoculars Full cost breakdown
- Entomology: About $80 to start, then about $5 a month. Full cost breakdown