reflector telescopes and astronomy

What telescope would be best for beginners? Reflector telescopes or refractors?

I'm starting to get into astronomy and want to buy a telescope, but I know very little about them. I am looking for a good quality as a model for beginners. I would love it is easy to configure and easy to bring to the house when finished. Which of the two telescopes I mentioned you recommend? Thanks in advance for your answers. Oh, and my budget would composed of around $ 400. Sorry guys, there is NO astronomy clubs around my area 70 miles (I'm actually in Ireland, but sterling currency used because I'm looking on the websites of the UK) so that's a shame.

I have no light pollution where I live and I'm interested to see groups, rings planet (Saturn), etc

Step One. Check out a local astronomy club. You can look through telescopes from other users at a party "star" and figure what best suits your needs. Step two. Research telescopes. If you receive an answer to this question "Goeff G", click on the links provided, and pay attention to his words. Step Three. What's wrong with good binoculars? Read some articles by Phil Harrington, if you are interested in astronomy binoculars.

He knows what he does. However, with Binocs, you get the ease of a "tool of astronomy grab and go" and they do wonders. Especially for large open clusters. But do not rush to buy a telescope too quickly. Heck, you might even discover that by waiting and research, will saved a little more and get the one you really want. As for your question in the title. As a general rule, a reflector on a Dobsonian mount newtonin will give you the best " their investment "(or your mine, I suppose, is what appears to be the unit of currency to use). I'm not sure what part of Ireland where he is, and I will not invade your privacy by asking. There are clubs around the world. If you are in an isolated area, I apologize, but maybe some of these are Nearby?

The Parts of a Reflector Telescope