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RFinder WW Repeater Directory

RFinder WW Repeater Directory

Worldwide Repeater Directory

126 ratings
104 reviews
🔧 Utilities
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Archived App (Last seen on 28 Mar 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 28, 2012
  • September 19, 2024

Features

Developer

Bob Greenberg
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About

This app provides a comprehensive worldwide directory of ham radio repeaters, including IRLP and EchoLink information. It helps amateur radio operators locate repeaters based on their current or a specified location, with advanced filtering and sorting options. Integrated social features allow users to check in and share their location.

✓Worldwide repeater directory
✓Location-based repeater search
✓Filter by band and radius
✓Sort by distance or trustee callsign
✓IRLP and EchoLink integration
✓Social check-in and APRS posting
✓RT Systems radio programmer integration
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of RFinder WW Repeater Directory. Based on 126 reviews and a 2.4/5 average, it highlights the 9 positives and 12 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 👍Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🗺️Excellent mapping features for repeater locations
  • 🌍Comprehensive worldwide repeater database
  • 📱Cross-platform accessibility (iPhone, iPad, desktop)
  • ⚡Fast and responsive support from developer Bob
  • 🔄Ability to export data to radio programming software
  • 📍GPS location-based repeater discovery
  • ♿Accessibility features for visually impaired users
  • 💾Offline database download capability

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • ❌Non-functional registration and login system
  • 🔌Subscription payment issues and billing errors
  • 📊Outdated and inaccurate repeater data
  • 🆘Poor or non-existent customer support
  • 🗺️GPS location override feature broken
  • ⚠️Menu buttons become unresponsive
  • 🔄Inconsistent search results and filtering
  • 💸High subscription cost relative to functionality
  • 📦Lack of active development and maintenance
  • 🔐Subscription renewal failures and false charges
  • 🚫Missing critical repeater information (offset, input/output frequencies)
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What's New in RFinder WW Repeater Directory

6.24.260

September 19, 2024

Bug Fixes

1

In-App Purchases

$14.99

Subscription to the World Wide Repeater Directory

A one year subscription to the world wide repeater directory, from the date of purchase.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Worst app I’ve EVER tried

I don’t say this lightly: this is the worst app that I have ever used. Nothing works. No explanations or help. Nonsense user interface. Error messages trying to register. Regular app crashes.
Wired4SoundWired4Sound

Not working

The app isn’t working, how do I get a refund?
BetoisBetois

NO Support. K4JQL

App will not let me register. Cannot find any support.
FC HypnosisFC Hypnosis

Good until

My app was working like a charm until a couple months ago, I would like to know what happened and get it fixed.
DaveH72DaveH72

App Took My Money Twice And GAVE ME NOTHING!!!

SCAM
Buddy 1842Buddy 1842
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

14 issues

App crashes on startup or when accessing subscription info

Bug

Menu button stops working and requires app restart

Bug

GPS location override not functioning

Bug

Location search fails to recognize city/state entries

Bug

Subscription shows null instead of expiration date

Bug

Login credentials not recognized after registration

Bug

Payment processing fails despite successful charges

Bug

App shows repeaters from wrong geographic locations

Bug

TPE export missing offset and input frequency data

Bug

Filters cause app to show no repeaters

Bug

Password reset links become dead

Bug

App unable to reach server despite internet connectivity

Bug

Frequency rounding errors in repeater data

Bug

No receipt found errors on purchase restoration

Bug
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Requested Features

10 requests

Offline repeater database with full functionality

Feature

Ability for users to submit and update repeater data

Feature

Advanced filtering options (by repeater type, band, etc.)

Feature

Coverage maps in iOS app

Feature

Better export formats with complete repeater information

Feature

Dark mode option

Feature

Improved location search with town name recognition

Feature

Repeater type indicators (analog, DMR, D-STAR)

Feature

Integration with mapping apps like Gaia GPS

Feature

Sequential filter application for drilling down to specific repeaters

Feature

FAQ

What does the RFinder WW Repeater Directory app do?

This app provides a comprehensive worldwide directory of ham radio repeaters, including IRLP and EchoLink information. It allows amateur radio operators to find repeaters based on their current location or a specified location, with options to filter by band and radius, and sort by distance or trustee callsign.

What are the key features of this repeater directory app?

Key features include a worldwide repeater database, location-based search, filtering and sorting capabilities, integration with IRLP and EchoLink, social functions like check-ins and APRS posting, and integration with RT Systems radio programmers for easy radio programming.

How much does the RFinder WW Repeater Directory app cost?

Access to the directory is included for one year upon purchase. After the first year, it requires an annual subscription of $9.99. Purchasing on a new platform extends the subscription for a year from that new purchase date.

What devices is this app compatible with?

The description mentions that the subscription works for all platforms, implying compatibility across various devices. It also notes that purchasing on a new platform advances the annual subscription date, suggesting it's available on multiple operating systems.

How can I use this app to program my ham radio?

The app integrates with RT Systems radio programmers. After updating RT Systems to the latest version, you can access RFinder Web Search through the 'File-External Data' menu and use the 'Route!' function to easily program your radio for trips, as demonstrated in a tutorial video.