# HamAlert

> Amateur radio spot notifications and filtering. (iPhone/iPad app by Manuel Kasper.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamalert/id1200759798 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Manuel Kasper](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200759797)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 29 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-02-03
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamalert/id1200759798/reviews.md

## What is HamAlert?

This app is a companion to the HamAlert web site (hamalert.org) and lets you receive push notifications from HamAlert.

HamAlert is a system that allows amateur radio operators to get notifications when a desired station appears on the Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, the DX cluster or PSK Reporter.

Spots can be filtered by various criteria, including:

• DXCC (both actual and callsign home DXCC)
• Callsign
• Island reference
• Summit reference
• Park reference
• CQ zone
• Continent
• Band
• Mode
• Time and days of week
• Source
• Spotter callsign and DXCC

## Key features

- Push notifications for desired stations
- Filter spots by DXCC, callsign, and location
- Support for Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, DX cluster, PSK Reporter
- Filter by band, mode, and time
- Filter by spotter callsign and DXCC

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamalert/id1200759798/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Nice idea but

*2026-03-30, version 1.9.5*

Using it for new FT8 countries. So far every spot is a garbage callsign. It would be nice if the app checked against the QRZ database and indicated whether the call was found or not

### 5/5 — Not so great on iPhone

*2026-03-19, version 1.9.5*

If setting the triggers worked on other things besides call signs, it would be a great app. When I try and add a US park reference as a trigger, the screen will freeze with the only useable option being “Done” which saves nothing preventing you from ever being allowed to get alerts for any parks while using the iPhone. The only thing I can save are call signs and nothing else. I tried multiple times, at different orientations, but all of the entry fields will freeze after I enter a park number.

### 5/5 — Fantastic App

*2026-02-13, version 1.9.5*

It’s great!

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-03-26, version 1.9.3*

Set up a simple query. One call, POTA.  Call sign active a number of times.  No alter!

### 5/5 — It works

*2025-01-05, version 1.9.3*

I needed 5 states to finish WAS-RTTY. It alerted all 5 last night during a RTTY contest. Worked 4 of them.  Still need AK.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2024-07-24, version 1.9.1*

I am using the app for two weeks now. 
So far it’s working perfectly and it’s highly adaptable to your exact need. 
Filters are extensively usable. Really great to find the missing spot. 

What I absolutely not like is the so icon!
It’s just silly. I understand the similarity between ham operator and the food, though. 
But why not just a decent icon??

### 5/5 — Top Ergänzung zur Website

*2024-07-22, version 1.8.7*

Klappt 1a. Man bekommt Push Benachrichtigung für eingestellte Trigger. Stundenweise Stummschaltung einzelner Rufzeichen einfach möglich.

### 5/5 — Perfekt!

*2024-05-08, version 1.8.7*

Hervorragende App, ist bei mir ständig im Einsatz, wenn ich nach QRS-QSOs suche. Ich habe Ham Alert auch mit RUMLogNG verknüpft - funktioniert prima.

### 2/5 — Not user friendly

*2023-12-12, version 1.8.7*

Font is way too small for old eyes, it constantly asks to download the app when I am entering through the app.  It appears to bring me to the website and not the app view.  I have uninstalled it and will retry but so far disappointed after hearing rave reviews.

### 5/5 — Needs UTC clock at top

*2023-06-08, version 1.8.4*

Please add a UTC clock at the top.

## Frequently asked questions about HamAlert

### What is HamAlert?

HamAlert is a system that provides amateur radio operators with notifications when specific stations appear on networks like the Reverse Beacon Network or DX cluster. The companion app delivers these notifications directly to your device.

### How does HamAlert filter spots?

HamAlert allows extensive filtering of radio spots. You can filter by DXCC, callsign, island or summit references, CQ zone, continent, band, mode, time, days of the week, source, and even the spotter's callsign and DXCC.

### What sources does HamAlert support?

HamAlert supports notifications from several key amateur radio networks, including the Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, the DX cluster, and PSK Reporter, ensuring you don't miss important contacts.

### Is HamAlert available on multiple devices?

Yes, HamAlert is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to work seamlessly across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is HamAlert updated?

The latest version of HamAlert is 1.9.5, and it was last updated on May 22, 2025. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for HamAlert?

HamAlert has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This suggests no mature content is present within the application.

### Where can I find the HamAlert website?

The HamAlert web application can be found at hamalert.org. The mobile app serves as a companion to this web-based system.

### What do users think of HamAlert?

HamAlert has a strong user rating of 4.2 stars from 29 ratings, indicating a generally positive user experience and satisfaction with its functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.5 — 2025-05-22

Added a button to delete all spots, and forum/GitHub links to side menu.

### 1.9.4 — 2025-05-19

Added a button to delete all spots, and forum/GitHub links to side menu.

### 1.9.3 — 2024-10-08

Added support for iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max.

### 1.9.2 — 2024-09-22

Fix compatibility with iOS 12.

### 1.9.1 — 2024-07-23

Added dark mode support.

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