# Handi-Talky Commander — All-in-one HAM radio app

> Amateur radio companion app for EchoLink and Bluetooth transceivers. (iPhone/iPad app by Ylian Saint-Hilaire.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handi-talky-commander/id6786154035 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ylian Saint-Hilaire](https://appshunter.io/developer/6786138083)
- Category: Utilities, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handi-talky-commander/id6786154035/reviews.md

## What is Handi?

HTCommander is a comprehensive companion for amateur radio operators using EchoLink or supported Bluetooth-enabled transceivers. Connect your radio to your iPhone or iPad and manage programming, messaging, mapping, and packet-radio communications from one application.

KEY FEATURES

- Configure, organize, import, and export radio channels
- Send and receive APRS messages
- Inspect packet details and select APRS routing paths
- Request weather reports and use supported APRS services
- Display APRS stations and position reports on an interactive map
- Compose, send, and receive Winlink email with attachments
- Communicate through the packet terminal
- Operate a built-in bulletin board system
- Capture and decode received packets
- Manage APRS, Winlink, and terminal contacts
- Use supported radio GPS information
- Exchange files over compatible packet-radio links

SUPPORTED RADIOS

HTCommander supports selected models from BTECH, Radioddity, Vero, and Radtel, including the UV-Pro, UV-50Pro, GA-5WB, DB50-B Mini, VR-N75, VR-N76, VR-N7500, VR-N7600, and RT-660.

An amateur radio license is required to transmit. Operators are responsible for following local regulations, band plans, and licensing requirements.

## Key features

- Radio channel management
- APRS messaging
- Winlink email
- Packet terminal
- Interactive map
- File exchange

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handi-talky-commander/id6786154035/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Makes a good radio great

*2026-08-28*

The OEM app has always felt like they mailed it in. HTCommander really opens up the possibilities for these radios and eliminates the need for 4,5,6 or more single function apps. Real APRS functionality, Winlink mail, easy programming (the OEM is painful to use), firmware updates, radio settings, backups, BBS, terminal, EchoLink, and Allstar. Dev is extremely responsive.

## Frequently asked questions about Handi

### What radios does Handi-Talky Commander support?

Handi-Talky Commander supports selected models from BTECH, Radioddity, Vero, and Radtel, including the UV-Pro, UV-50Pro, GA-5WB, DB50-B Mini, VR-N75, VR-N76, VR-N7500, VR-N7600, and RT-660.

### Does Handi-Talky Commander have ads?

No, Handi-Talky Commander does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience for users.

### What devices can I use Handi-Talky Commander on?

Handi-Talky Commander is available for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This broad compatibility allows for flexible use across Apple devices.

### What is the age rating for Handi-Talky Commander?

Handi-Talky Commander has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Handi-Talky Commander updated?

The latest version, 0.1.68, was released on September 8, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Users can expect ongoing support and potential updates.

### What is the user sentiment for Handi-Talky Commander?

Based on the available data, Handi-Talky Commander has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating, suggesting very positive initial user feedback.

### Is an amateur radio license required to use Handi-Talky Commander?

Yes, an amateur radio license is required to transmit using Handi-Talky Commander. Operators are responsible for adhering to local regulations and licensing requirements.

### What communication features does Handi-Talky Commander offer?

Handi-Talky Commander supports sending and receiving APRS messages, composing and sending Winlink email with attachments, and communicating through a packet terminal. It also includes a bulletin board system.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.1.68 — 2026-09-08

Internalization fix for Bluetooth radio.

### 0.1.67 — 2026-09-07

User interface bug fixing, EchoLink public proxy support and RepeaterBook.com support.

### 0.1.63 — 2026-09-04

Fixes to APRS messaging.

### 0.1.61 — 2026-09-03

APRS push notification support

### 0.1.57 — 2026-09-01

Fixed for iPhones with rounded screens.

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*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 2026-09-10.*