# APRS pro Ultimate

> Ham radio APRS network access with real-time tracking and communication. (iPhone/iPad app by P8G Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [P8G Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1234581801)
- Category: Utilities, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-27
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802/reviews.md

## What is APRS pro Ultimate?

Receiving APRS is 100% free. Only TX is paid.
Since APRS pro has been released, the popular hamradio network changed forever. This app has exciting features and a unique user interface because it was strictly designed for the most demanding hams only.
Unlike other APRS apps, you can swipe your fingers along the map and find what’s happening in remote areas across the globe, in real time! 
With its built-in 300/1200 baud TNC audiomodem, you can optionally connect your iPhone directly to a HF or VHF Radio and work APRS (TX/RX) without cellular coverage. If you don't have a radio, the app will use the APRS-IS via internet, or you can use both systems simultaneously and gate RF traffic to IS, giving your contribution to the APRS-IS network. A digipeater is also included.
Search remote stations, find local analogue and D-STAR repeaters, modes and frequencies, echolink nodes, ham swap events, ham fests and shops and eventually weather reports. The richness of the information is so vast that even hams who didn't appreciate doing APRS just became fans of APRS pro.
Broadcast your own beacon! Send your location, speed, altitude, course, iPhone battery voltage and status, GPS signal quality and your own customizable text to the APRS network (including aprs.fi and findu.com) even when the app is running in background (it will drain less than 2% of your battery level every hour when running in background as the GPS will be turned ON only every ten minutes - with built in TNC switched off). If your device is charging, then the app will increase the transmission rate automatically.
The innovative and robust software design lets the app running for days, weeks, even monhts either in foreground or background without ever stopping.
APRSpro is a living app, just like the symbols of your beacon. If you are stopped you can "be" a "Cellphone", or a "Ham Operator". But if you start moving, the app will dinamically change your symbol to a "Car", or to a "Truck", even better, to an "RV". You are in full control, so you are the one who decides.
When driving, look for the best route by watching the native Live Traffic information displayed on the map. Decide if you want to see POI (Points of Interest), buildings, trails, callsign labels and compass. Disable the native screen saver for a "Always ON" smooth operation.
You can easily chat with other hams around the world, via the APRS network, as if you were just sending text messages. Our server will retrieve your messages and send them to you later even if you were offline. 
The app will instantly retrieve the remote station’s location address and operator’s name. This is just great to connect to new ham friends while travelling. Then, jusk ask them for the best local atractions.
You can also link a SPOT/inReach Satellite tracking device to the APRS Network

Check for updates regularly as we will keep adding advanced features very frequently!

«Don't miss the excitement of the APRS activity! APRSpro is becoming a legend. Are you already a part of it?»
73, CT1EIZ

Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

Subscriptions:

- D-Star Repeaters List: $0.99/month
- Receive Messages while offline: $9.99/yr
- SPOT/inReach Satellite to APRS: $14.99/yr
- Enable TX: $9.99/year

- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period
- Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: aprspro/privacy.html 
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that service.

## Key features

- Real-time APRS network access
- Map-based station tracking
- Built-in TNC audiomodem
- Broadcast location and status
- Search for repeaters and nodes
- Chat with other ham operators
- Dynamic symbol changes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| D-Star Repeaters List - Monthly Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Delorme inReach to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |
| Change My Symbol based on speed | $7.99 | per year |
| Enable APRS TX - 1 Year Subscription | $8.99 | per year |
| Receive messages while offline - 1 Year Subscription | $4.49 | per year |
| SPOT Satellite to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enable APRS TX - Lifetime | $15.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Features - Lifetime | $42.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No comms. Boring

*2025-10-06, version 1.0*

I had been looking for someone who may use walkie talkies or someone to listen including cb or pmr radios, only if on this app i can see towers with I.P info and etc or symbols i cannot understand and no radios were online

### 1/5 — Audio Receive not working

*2025-07-27, version 1.0*

My money wastet. 
Audio receive does not work at all.
It worked at some time in the past.
I have tried reinstall. Not working.
There are Videos on the internet that have the same problem. I have lost hope on Updates. (July 2025)

### 1/5 — Absoluter Schrott

*2024-11-29, version 1.0*

Der Entwickler hat noch nichtmal 0 punkte verdient da die App der aller letzte Schrott ist und nahezu nicht funktioniert

### 2/5 — RX only works if you are in the app.

*2024-05-06, version 1.0*

RX only works if you are in the app. Tested this a few times and can't get it to RX messages. I see you can pay to get it to store your messages it should Rx and notify outside of the app.

### 1/5 — O link do mapa para SPOT X ele não aceita (link inválido).

*2023-11-22*

O link do mapa para SPOT X ele não aceita (link inválido). 
Fiz assinatura de 1 ano e não funciona. O app não acompanhou o formato de link do site findmespot.com

### 4/5 — It works, but…

*2023-08-08*

The user interface needs a better UI design. Right now, it is too easy to hit the wrong  button, and turn on/off something you didn’t intend to. 

Also the user forum is only on Facebook, which many of us do not use.

### 2/5 — Suddenly stopped working

*2023-05-25*

The app had been working fine, and I paid for lifetime use. Then, a few days ago, it stopped receiving. All I see it “Waiting for APRS Link”. No response yet from the vendor on Twitter, and I can’t get to the forums, as I’m not a Facebook user.

### 4/5 — Could be great...

*2023-05-10*

It works well for the Internet-connected APRS function, but adding an introduction and setup screen would really improve this app. Currently, once you pay the upgrade price, nothing appears to change, and you are pretty much left to figure out how to operate it for yourself. Also the "Alarm" transmit icon needs to be moved. It's too easy to press it by accident when you are pressing the APRS settings button to send a beacon. Why can't beacon be on the homescreen?

### 2/5 — Transmits fine, no receive via the phone audio.

*2023-03-27*

RX signal shows in spectrum below the S meter, but nothing decided. I even recorded it’s own output and played it back into it. No decodes.

### 1/5 — Why are their two apps? And no offline maps?

*2023-03-11*

After some investigation on this app in relation to APRS. This app is only lacking one thing. OFFLINE MAPS. Using this application in conjunction with a transmitter or receiver working that side of the house. This app is really good at decoding and responding to packets sent to it. Really solid app with great possibilities. However I deleted both the deluxe and the ultimate versions due to no availability for offline map downloading. I would most definitely consider a re-download if the app had that one feature! (Posting to both apps on the App Store for this.) also, why is that? What is the difference between ultimate and deluxe?

## Frequently asked questions about APRS pro Ultimate

### How much does APRS pro Ultimate cost?

Receiving APRS is 100% free. However, features like TX capabilities, specific repeater lists, offline message retrieval, dynamic symbol changes, and Delorme inReach integration require paid subscriptions ranging from $2.49 to $13.49 annually.

### Can I use APRS pro Ultimate without a ham radio?

Yes, if you don't have a radio, the app can use the APRS-IS via the internet. You can also use both systems simultaneously to gate RF traffic to IS.

### What kind of information can I broadcast with APRS pro Ultimate?

You can broadcast your location, speed, altitude, course, iPhone battery voltage and status, GPS signal quality, and customizable text to the APRS network.

### How does APRS pro Ultimate handle background operation?

The app is designed for robust background operation, running for days or weeks without stopping. When in the background, it drains less than 2% of battery per hour by turning the GPS on only every ten minutes.

### What are the subscription options for APRS pro Ultimate?

Subscription plans include a D-Star Repeaters List (monthly), offline message retrieval (1 year), symbol changes (1 year), APRS TX enablement (1 year), and Delorme inReach to APRS linking (1 year).

### What is the user sentiment for APRS pro Ultimate?

The app has a rating of 2.0 stars from 17 ratings, suggesting a mixed or negative user sentiment based on the available data.

### What devices does APRS pro Ultimate support?

APRS pro Ultimate is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is APRS pro Ultimate updated?

The app was last updated on July 27, 2017, with version 1.0. The developer indicates that advanced features will be added frequently, suggesting users should check for updates regularly.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2017-07-27

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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