# Ham Square

> Determines Maidenhead Locator grid squares for radio amateurs. (iPhone/iPad app by Kram.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-square/id400450610 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kram](https://appshunter.io/developer/397752664)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.3 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-11-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-square/id400450610/reviews.md

## What is Ham Square?

Ham Square is a free application that displays the Maidenhead Locator, or "square", for your current location.

This grid system is used by radio amateurs worldwide as a convenient and short way of representing and communicating a location.

Details of more ham radio apps from KramStuff are at http://www.kramstuff.com

## Key features

- Displays Maidenhead Locator
- Uses current location
- Convenient for radio amateurs
- Global grid system
- Free application

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-square/id400450610/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Limited

*2026-03-09*

Automatically determines your grid square location.  Can’t do anything else. As a minimum, this app should take in Lat & Long, and spit out the grid square.

### 1/5 — Missing information.

*2023-02-07, version 2.0*

And my WAB square is? Even the most basic of basic non radio amateur GPS apps tell you what WAB square you’re in.

### 3/5 — Not accurate

*2019-01-27*

When compared to several other sources, the subsquare is calculated incorrectly for my QTH.

### 5/5 — In the field, its your best buddy.

*2017-09-17, version 1.0*

If your into portable contesting then this has to be the best app to get the correct grid for the log. I have driven to various high points around the UK and lost 4G signal entirely and then gone bonkers trying to work out where I am. This has to be a god send, as you get a grid to location readout with minimal of fuss. Super simple..... why did someone not think of it sooner. Brilliant 5 stars. UKAC/p here I come.

### 1/5 — Only works if you allow constant tracking

*2016-05-30*

This app only works if you allow it to track your location even when you aren't using the app. I don't understand why it needs my location when I am not using it. Download other programs that do the same thing.

### 5/5 — Go ahead and get this app

*2016-05-09*

I've used this app in the middle of the Rocky Mountains to find the grid square. Worked great there and other locations.

Yes, the banner text interferes with the textbox giving me the grid square on my iPhone 6 plus. I just never really noticed it before.

### 4/5 — Great app but one minor issue.

*2015-09-13*

This app works great but I don't know if it is just a screen issue for the iPhone 6 Plus but where the Grid Square Data is given there is white text blocking that data. Making it difficult to get that data. Everything else is perfect.

A fix is needed for it, to get the full 5 stars.

### 3/5 — Works fine

*2014-01-04*

Works fine, just dont like the pop-up ads

### 5/5 — It works!

*2012-04-01*

Dead simple and works great!

### 5/5 — Just what I needed

*2011-10-16*

Simple and and tells me what I want to know

## Frequently asked questions about Ham Square

### What is Ham Square?

Ham Square is a free utility app that displays the Maidenhead Locator for your current location. This grid system is widely used by radio amateurs for convenient location communication.

### Is Ham Square free to use?

Yes, Ham Square is a free application. It does not have any associated costs for download or usage.

### What devices does Ham Square support?

Ham Square is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users.

### How often is Ham Square updated?

The latest version of Ham Square was released on September 26, 2017. While it is an older version, it remains functional for its core purpose.

### What is the age rating for Ham Square?

Ham Square has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages.

### Does Ham Square have ads?

No, Ham Square does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.

### What is the rating of Ham Square?

Ham Square has an average rating of 3.9 stars based on 16 user ratings. This suggests a generally positive user reception.

### Where can I find more apps from the developer?

You can find more ham radio apps from the developer, Kram, at http://www.kramstuff.com.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 2.0 — 2017-09-26

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

Update for iOS 11.

### 1.0 — 2010-11-03

No release notes.

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