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SOTA Finder

SOTA Finder

Easily find Summits On The Air

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 4, 2018
  • November 15, 2020

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Nicolas Associates Ltd
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Access a global database of Summits On The Air (SOTA) locations without needing an internet connection. Find summits by name, number, or location, and get detailed information including distance and heading. The app also saves your search history and allows for custom location settings.

✓Global SOTA summit database
✓Offline network connection required
✓Locator, WAB, OS Grid, Lat/Lon display
✓Comprehensive search and sorting
✓Distance and heading to summit
✓Search history saved
✓Customizable settings
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What's New in SOTA Finder

20.11.14

November 15, 2020

Database updates

User reviews

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Summit data old and not updated.

As of 2025, the summit data appears to be 5 or more years out of date. I was unable to find any mechanism to update the database. Other SOTA apps provide functionality to update the offline summit database.
Don’t waste your money.
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Does what it says it will do

There's nothing fancy about this app but it does what I wanted to do. It's easy and best of all it's free.
ProcessfocusProcessfocus

Great app and developer!

This app is ready handy for seeing what summits are close by. The location stopped working in the app, so I emailed the developer from the app. He was very responsive, kept me updated and let me know when it was fixed!
dan.outsidedan.outside

Broken: Missing Location Services option

Version 20.08.15 #246 from August 2020 is broken, it does not support enable/disable Location Services - hence the “Unknown Location” is always shown w/o option to enable/disable location services from iPhone Settings. Also SOTA database update requires app update.

Secondly, cannot “copy and paste” the text for each repeater. Thirdly, cannot easily search by repeater state or area - only by text in the repeater information. Fourthly, support website zbm2.com is down - update: back online 2020-09-02.
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concerneduser1001concerneduser1001

2020-08-28: ver 20.08.15 246 BROKEN

I just installed this app, the location services appears to be broken. I know this because the location services work fine in “Repeater Book” - the nearly identical app. Sadly app support at “zbm2.com” is “down for maintenance”. Wish this app would work, hopefully in another update??? No maps (online or offline) though - that would make this app exceptionally useful.
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FAQ

What is SOTA Finder?

SOTA Finder is a mobile application that provides an offline database of Summits On The Air (SOTA) locations worldwide. It helps amateur radio operators find summits, view their details, and navigate to them.

Does SOTA Finder require an internet connection?

No, SOTA Finder does not require a network connection to access its database of SOTA summits. This makes it ideal for use in remote locations where internet access may be limited or unavailable.

What information does SOTA Finder display about summits?

SOTA Finder displays a comprehensive range of details for each summit, including its Locator, WAB, OS Grid reference, Latitude and Longitude. It also shows the distance and heading to the summit from your current location.

How does SOTA Finder handle search queries?

SOTA Finder offers comprehensive search capabilities, allowing you to find summits by name, number, location, or even using wildcards. It also saves your last 10 unique searches for quick access.

Can I customize SOTA Finder's settings?

Yes, SOTA Finder allows for customization of various settings, including location titles, bearing text, theme, and units of measurement. This helps tailor the app to your personal preferences.

What devices is SOTA Finder available on?

SOTA Finder is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be compatible with Apple's mobile operating systems.

How often is SOTA Finder updated?

The latest version of SOTA Finder is 20.11.14, which was last updated on November 15, 2020. Users can expect updates to maintain compatibility and potentially add new features.

What is the user rating for SOTA Finder?

SOTA Finder has a user rating of 2.9 stars based on 7 ratings. This suggests that while some users find it useful, there may be areas for improvement based on user feedback.