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Magic PTT is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Magic PTT

RagChew by Tim Morgan

Live ham radio net tracker

Editor's Choice

0.0(0 ratings)

$4.99

CicadaTAK by Merbella Studios Inc.

A TAK App for CicadaTak Radios

Strong Contender

5.0(1 ratings)

$2.99

This app transforms your phone into a live tactical display for areas without cell service or internet. It connects to custom-built mesh radio nodes to create a self-healing network for real-time location sharing, encrypted chat, and push-to-talk voice communication.

NodeScope by Adam Nieto

CoreScope Mesh Network Viewer

Worth Considering

5.0(2 ratings)

Free

This app provides a read-only view of a mesh network's live data. It displays nodes, traffic, messages, routes, and analytics from a connected server. Users can explore, search, and analyze network activity with detailed charts and maps.

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MSeven - M17

Amateur Radio M17 Access

M17 reflector connectivityMobile device accessSophisticated audio processing

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.

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SVXConnect Portable

SvxLink reflector client

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Hamtrax - Radio Logging - POTA

Your radio wants to go outside

Live POTA spot tracking on interactive globeOne-tap contact logging with auto-fillAttach photos and notes to activations

This app helps ham radio enthusiasts log and showcase their activations and contacts. It provides tools for hunting POTA spots, activating parks with notes and photos, and automatically organizing your radio logs. Build a comprehensive profile of your ham radio journey.

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HamThings PTT

by Giacomo De Angelis

Real-time push-to-talk over IPDMR digital network supportSvxLink analog reflector connectivity

Connect your ham radio to your iPhone for internet-based communication on DMR digital networks and analog SvxLink reflectors. Supports multiple networks and offers real-time push-to-talk, DMR features, and last heard information. Requires a valid amateur radio license.

(1)

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ECHOCAT - Ham Radio Remote

Remote ham rig control

$9.99

Control your amateur radio rig remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Connect to your shack computer from anywhere to operate various modes, track POTA/SOTA activations, and log contacts. Offers optional cloud subscription for enhanced features and syncing.

Remote rig control from anywhereSupport for SSB, CW, FT8, SSTV modesPOTA, SOTA, DX Cluster tracking

(10)

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AllStarLink Node Controller

ClearNode

Configure AllStar, Echolink, and DMR credentialsControl radio parameters (frequency, CTCSS, volume)Connect/disconnect from remote nodes

This app provides remote control and management for ClearNode devices, enabling users to configure settings, connect to nodes, and control integrated radio functions. It also allows for audio stream playback and monitoring of multiple devices.

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Ham Fox Hunt Helper

by Jon Thomasson

Live map with compass bearingsSave and color-code bearingsMultiple map source options

This field-ready toolkit assists amateur radio fox hunters by allowing quick compass bearings, plotting them on a live map, and visualizing convergence points for confident tracking, even off-grid. It offers offline map caching and a dark mode for night operations.

(3)

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