# Shortwave Broadcast Schedules

> Shortwave radio broadcast schedules and listener logging tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Black Cat Systems.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortwave-broadcast-schedules/id476090163 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Black Cat Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/301047032)
- Category: Lifestyle, Reference
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 238 App Store ratings · 119 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-11-02
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortwave-broadcast-schedules/id476090163/reviews.md

## What is Shortwave Broadcast Schedules?

Are you a shortwave radio listener (SWL) in need of an up to date set of schedules for international broadcast stations? Shortwave Broadcast Schedules is a handy app that displays broadcast schedules of about 11,000 longwave, mediumwave, and shortwave broadcast stations. 

The stations are initially listed in order by frequency. You can tap a button to see which stations are on the air right now, as well as search for stations by name, frequency, time of day that they are on, or select by language, target area, or country of origin. 

Stations currently on the air are displayed in bold, making it quick and easy to see which stations are on right now. 

The app can keep a log of stations you have heard, with the date, time, frequency, SIO, and other notes you wish to enter. Now your device can be your personal logbook!

You can keep track of favorite stations, as well as set reminders for favorite broadcasts, so you’ll never forget about a transmission again.

Tap on a station to bring up more information about the station, such as the country of origin, target area, and programming language.

When viewing the details for a station, you can tap on the frequency, country, target, or language to get a list of all other stations with that matching value. You can also tap on Schedule to see all of the transmissions throughout the day for this station.

Updated schedules can be downloaded for free.

Visit the support page for step by step instructions on using the app: http://www.blackcatsystems.com/iphone/SWBC_FAQ.html

Get your copy of Shortwave Broadcast Schedules, and never miss listening to another of your favorite stations again.

Note: A shortwave radio is required to listen to the broadcasts.

## Key features

- Broadcast schedules for 11,000+ stations
- Search by name, frequency, time, language, area, country
- View stations currently on air
- Personal listening logbook
- Favorite stations and broadcast reminders
- Detailed station information

## Chart rankings

- #94 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## What do users think of Shortwave Broadcast Schedules?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 📚 Comprehensive shortwave station database
- 🔄 Regular automatic schedule updates
- 📱 Portable and convenient tool
- 🎯 Accurate station identification
- 📝 Useful logging feature
- 🔍 Flexible search and filter options
- ⏰ 'On Now' feature for current broadcasts
- 💰 Affordable one-time purchase
- 🛠️ Well-maintained by developer
- 📖 Helpful FAQ documentation

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes when writing notes in logs
- 🔤 Text encoding issues with apostrophes/quotes
- 📱 Landscape-only orientation
- 🖥️ Outdated UI design
- ⚠️ Inconsistent data accuracy
- 🔧 Poor iOS compatibility
- ⏱️ 12-hour clock display error
- 🎮 Non-intuitive navigation
- 📊 Limited sorting capabilities
- 🔌 High battery consumption reported

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when writing notes in logs (iOS 17)
- Text encoding corrupts apostrophes and quotation marks
- 12-hour clock offset error
- App won't open or auto-closes on some devices
- Keyboard won't dismiss properly
- Incompatible with iOS 11.3+
- Frequency field reverts when saving log entries
- Heavy battery drain on newer iPhones

**Most requested features**

- Portrait and landscape orientation support
- Modern UI redesign for current iOS standards
- Sort/filter by frequency
- Sort logs by frequency instead of date only
- Reverse chronological order for log display
- Export logs via email or other methods
- Ability to add new discovered frequencies
- Filter by country and language
- Abbreviation glossary for beginners
- Transmitter location and signal strength data
- Geolocation-based station filtering
- Audio streaming capability
- Keyboard dismissal improvement
- Edit frequency field in log entries

## Recent user reviews (10 of 119)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shortwave-broadcast-schedules/id476090163/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Is the app not working anymore?

*2026-06-28, version 1.6*

Is it me or the app isn’t working as we’re into the A26 listening season

### 1/5 — Old App, not updated for almost a decade!

*2026-05-07, version 1.6*

No frequencies below 12.786 Mhz are being updated.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-04-21, version 1.6*

Love this app, makes listening easier and more enjoyable.

### 5/5 — Still the best

*2026-01-08, version 1.6*

This app is supported by the author who regularly updates the data with the EIBI schedules.  Fast and convenient!

### 5/5 — Excellent information

*2025-10-11, version 1.6*

This is a stellar app that does what no one else has accomplished.  My goto app for shortwave listening.  Very accurate and timely info.  Thanks for making this for us.

### 5/5 — Get it!

*2025-09-03, version 1.6*

Get it! I have had it for about 10 minutes. I am pleased with the four dollars I spent.  If you are new to short wave, it is a good app.

### 4/5 — UTC

*2025-02-18, version 1.6*

Great app been using it for years

### 5/5 — This app just works well!

*2024-11-16, version 1.6*

The info in this app seems to always be up to date and easy to use.

### 3/5 — Used to be great but no longer

*2024-06-21, version 1.6*

I posted a glowing review 4 years ago but now I’m not as enthralled by this app. Ever since I updated from my old iPhone 7 to an iPhone 15 with iOS 17 (currently 17.5.1) six months ago, the app has been unstable when logging a station. In particular, when writing notes on the log, the app crashes unexpectedly, wiping out everything I’ve written. Sometimes this happens two or three times. It is VERY frustrating. I have reported this problem twice this year, already, about three months apart, but the app’s developers haven’t done a thing about it. Furthermore, the Notes section is clunky, turning apostrophes and quotation marks into strings of miscellaneous symbols, i.e., gibberish. This app is long overdue for an update!

### 2/5 — Outdated

*2024-06-10, version 1.6*

Most things i  DX then use this app for information about a station is not even on the app, making it useless.

## Frequently asked questions about Shortwave Broadcast Schedules

### What does the Shortwave Broadcast Schedules app do?

This app provides up-to-date broadcast schedules for over 11,000 international longwave, mediumwave, and shortwave radio stations. It allows users to search for stations by various criteria, view what's currently on air, and keep a personal log of their listening experiences.

### How can I find stations that are on the air right now?

The app displays stations currently on the air in bold text, making them easy to spot. You can also tap a dedicated button to see a list of all stations that are actively broadcasting at the moment.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. Updated schedules can also be downloaded for free, ensuring you always have the latest information.

### What information can I log about a station?

The app allows you to create a personal logbook where you can record details for each station you hear. This includes the date, time, frequency, SIO (Signal, Interference, Other), and any other notes you wish to add.

### Can I get reminders for my favorite broadcasts?

Yes, you can mark stations as favorites and set reminders for specific broadcasts. This feature helps ensure you never miss listening to a transmission from your preferred stations.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2017-01-11

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Added a logging feature, so users can keep logs of stations they hear.
Updates for iOS 10.2.

### 1.5.1 — 2014-04-04

Bug fixes for iOS 7.

### 1.5.0 — 2014-04-01

Updated for iOS 7.
Added reminders list.
Added favorites list.

### 1.4.1 — 2013-03-18

Fixed a bug with the 'Schedule for this station' list

### 1.4.0 — 2013-02-09

The station country and language are displayed in the main listing
Larger text size for improved readability
Displayed listings and searches may now be restricted by country, target, language, and frequency range
Updated schedules can be automatically downloaded on app launch
Countries may now be selected from the list of targets
Fixed several bugs that could cause a crash

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