# FieldWave: POTA Radio Logbook — Ham SOTA Log, ADIF & Spots > Ham SOTA Log, ADIF & Spots (iPhone/iPad app by Adrian Garcia.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fieldwave-pota-radio-logbook/id6757207365 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Adrian Garcia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864636238) - Category: Utilities, Reference - Price: $4.99 (on sale, was $9.99) - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 27 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-01-02 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fieldwave-pota-radio-logbook/id6757207365/reviews.md ## What is FieldWave? Log a POTA contact in three seconds. Get spotted without Wi-Fi. Export clean ADIF. FieldWave is the field logbook for amateur radio operators who activate parks and summits. Built for one-handed use, bright sunlight and cold fingers. LOG FAST - Frequency, callsign, RST and park reference on a single screen - Quick-entry number bar that never covers the field you are typing in - Automatic UTC timestamps on every contact SELF-SPOT FROM THE FIELD - Announce yourself on the POTA network through the APRS-IS gateway - Works over cellular, not just Wi-Fi - One tap and the hunters know you are on the air 87,000+ REFERENCES, FULLY OFFLINE - GPS radar finds the nearest park or summit and shows live distance - The entire reference database ships inside the app, so no signal is needed - Live spot feed from the POTA API when you do have a connection VISUAL BAND PLANS - Colour-coded CW, SSB/Phone and Data segments for every HF and VHF band - Switch between US (FCC / IARU Region 2) and UK (RSGB / IARU Region 1) - Stop guessing where your privileges end YOUR LOG STAYS YOURS - Private iCloud sync between iPhone and iPad - ADIF import and export for LoTW, QRZ and Club Log - No accounts, no third-party servers, no tracking, no ads ALSO INCLUDED - eQSL card designer using your own activation photos - QRZ lookup that fills in operator names automatically - Dipole calculator, high-precision UTC clock, NATO phonetic reference - Full iPad layout Band plans are reference material. You remain responsible for verifying your licence privileges and local regulations before transmitting. FIELDWAVE PRO Logging contacts, the offline reference database and ADIF export are free, forever. Pro adds self-spotting over APRS-IS, QRZ lookup while you log, the eQSL card designer and the live spot map. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://techy.eus/fieldwave/privacy ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.4 — 2026-08-26 FieldWave Pro is here. Logging, the offline reference database and ADIF export stay free, forever. Pro adds self-spotting over APRS-IS, QRZ lookup while you log, the eQSL card designer and the live spot map. ### 2.3 — 2026-08-24 The rating prompt now appears after three logged contacts instead of ten — at the old threshold it never fired for most activators. ### 2.2 — 2026-08-11 FIELDWAVE 2.2 SELF-SPOTTING NOW WORKS ON CELLULAR The APRS-IS connection was pinned to Wi-Fi, so self-spotting could not work in the places you actually operate from. It now uses whatever connection you have — mobile data included. BAND PLANS OPEN STRAIGHT AWAY The accept-once warning screen in front of the band plans is gone. The regulatory notice is now a banner above the plans, so it is there every time instead of once. YOUR QRZ PASSWORD IS NOW IN THE KEYCHAIN It used to be stored in app preferences, which are unencrypted and end up in device backups. Existing passwords move across automatically on first launch. DARK MODE FIXES The callsign strip in the eQSL designer and the Change Background button were hardcoded light and cut bright bands across the screen. Both now follow the theme. IPAD LAYOUT The log, tools and eQSL screens keep their content in a readable centred column instead of stretching fields across the whole display. ALSO - Settings shows the real app version instead of a fixed number - Removed a network security exemption the app no longer needed 73 and see you in the parks. ### 2.1 — 2026-01-08 FIELDWAVE 2.1: VISUAL INTEL & GLOBAL OPS This update introduces a major tactical upgrade to help you operate safely and efficiently in any region. NEW: INTELLIGENT BAND PLANS Visualize your operating privileges instantly. We’ve added high-contrast, color-coded bars for every HF and VHF band to show you exactly where CW, Voice (SSB), and Data segments begin and end. MULTI-REGION SUPPORT (US & UK) FieldWave now adapts to your location regulations. US Mode: Full compliance with FCC (Region 2) charts, including correct Phone segments for 40m (7.125+) and 20m. UK Mode: Strict adherence to RSGB/IARU Region 1 standards, including the specific 4m band and 160m restrictions. Switch instantly in Settings > Region. REMASTERED TACTICAL KEYBOARD We’ve rebuilt the frequency input from scratch. The new "Glass" accessory bar sits perfectly above your keyboard, giving you instant access to numbers 0-9 without scrolling or hiding the view. PERFORMANCE & SAFETY Battery Optimization: Smarter GPS management reduces battery drain during long activations. Legal Protections: Added new disclaimer and safety onboarding to ensure responsible operation. Zero Lag: Refactored list rendering for butter-smooth scrolling through band data. ### 2.0 — 2026-01-07 What’s New in Version 2.0 FieldWave 2.0 is here! A massive update designed for the ultimate field experience. APRS-IS Self-Spotting: Get on the map instantly! You can now send your POTA spots via the APRS-IS network directly from the app. Full iCloud Sync: Your logs and settings now follow you everywhere. Seamlessly sync your data between your iPhone and iPad. Smart ADIF Import & Enrichment: Import any .adi file and let FieldWave fill in the blanks. The app now connects to QRZ to automatically fetch missing operator names and emails. Live QRZ Integration: See the operator's name in real-time while logging. Never misspell a name or callsign again! Enhanced Offline Radar: Optimized park detection with an intelligent prefix system (K/US). Find 150,000+ references with even greater accuracy—no signal required. Safety First: New API rate limiting protects your QRZ account while ensuring the fastest data retrieval. Bug Fixes & Polish: Improved ADIF export compatibility for POTA, SOTA, and LoTW. ## More apps by Adrian Garcia - [Shift Work Hours & Timesheet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-work-hours-and-timesheet/id6757112986) - [Invoice Go](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invoice-go/id6757133597) - [Lifely: Budget Planner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lifely-budget-planner/id6767665663) - [Brindle: ADHD Brain Dump](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brindle-adhd-brain-dump/id6773311379) - [CatchIQ: Fishing Logbook](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catchiq-fishing-logbook/id6800117036) All apps by Adrian Garcia: https://appshunter.io/developer/1864636238 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-03.*