Best KeyUp Radio alternatives: apps like KeyUp Radio

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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10 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like KeyUp Radio or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to KeyUp Radio

3.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Transform your iPhone or iPad into a digital mode station for amateur radio. Connect your device to your transceiver to send and receive messages using various digital modes. Features include multi-channel decoding, an iMessage-style interface, and automatic grid square detection.

ShackPilot: Ham Radio Remote#2

ShackPilot: Ham Radio Remote by Lukasz Skierkowski

CAT, FT8, JS8, SSTV, RTTY & CW
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Control your ham radio transceiver remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Stream live audio, manage CAT controls, and utilize a real-time waterfall. Supports ten digital modes for receiving and transmitting without extra hardware.

Ionaut — Ham Radio#3

Ionaut — Ham Radio by Reiner Wilhelm Klohn

HF propagation & DX tools
Worth Considering
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5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides radio amateurs with comprehensive tools for propagation forecasting, DX spotting, satellite tracking, and operating assistance. It includes learning resources for newcomers and various utility calculators, all without ads or tracking.

More apps like KeyUp Radio

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ClearNode
ClearNode
ClearNode
AllStarLink Node Controller
Free

This app provides remote control and configuration for ClearNode devices, enabling users to manage radio parameters, connect to nodes, and monitor audio streams. It supports multiple devices and offers features like IP address display and device reboot.

Remote node and server connectionRadio parameter control (Tx/Rx, CTCSS, Squelch)Node catalog and search
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free
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MSeven - M17
MSeven - M17
MSeven - M17
Amateur Radio M17 Access
Free

This application enables amateur radio licensees to connect to and utilize M17 reflectors using their mobile devices. It offers advanced audio processing for clearer sound and includes features like station location mapping and contact logging.

M17 reflector connectivityMobile device accessSophisticated audio processing
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free
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QRZing
QRZing
QRZing
by Saleh Almulla
Free

This app helps amateur radio operators by providing access to QRZ.com callsign information, logging QSOs, calculating distances, and displaying propagation data. It also features a compass for rotator control and SDR listening capabilities.

QRZ.com callsign lookupAPI-based QSO loggingGrid square distance calculation
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free
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Radio Messenger
Radio Messenger
Radio Messenger
Off-grid messaging over radio
Free

Communicate off-grid using amateur radio frequencies. Send messages, files, photos, and locations without cellular service. Supports APRS and enhanced direct messaging modes.

Off-grid messagingAPRS messagingEnhanced messaging
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freemium
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AM_SW Radio
AM_SW Radio
AM_SW Radio
AM-SW-Ham from worldwide rcvrs
Free

Access and stream live radio broadcasts from hundreds of volunteer-run receivers worldwide. Experience shortwave radio reception from 100kHz to 30MHz using AM or SSB modes, as if you were physically at the receiver's location.

Global receiver accessLive audio streamingAM and SSB modes
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free
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Spectral Bands: SDR Client
Spectral Bands: SDR Client
Spectral Bands: SDR Client
RTL-SDR & WebSDR Signal Client
Free
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HamQRG: Ham Radio Repeaters
HamQRG: Ham Radio Repeaters
HamQRG: Ham Radio Repeaters
Amateur frequencies and map
Free

Discover and locate ham radio repeaters with detailed technical data, including frequency, shift, and digital modes. Track live POTA activations and save your favorite repeaters for easy access. Ideal for licensed operators and radio listeners.

Interactive repeater mapDetailed technical data (frequency, tones, modes)Live POTA spot tracking
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freemium