# WAVE Mobile Communicator — Enterprise PTT Solution

> Secure broadband push-to-talk communication for enterprise workgroups. (iPhone/iPad app by Motorola Solutions, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-mobile-communicator/id1172021005 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Motorola Solutions, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/556842600)
- Category: Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 40 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.6 · 145 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Korean, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, Russian and 4 more
- Released: 2016-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-mobile-communicator/id1172021005/reviews.md

## What is WAVE Mobile Communicator?

WAVE Mobile Communicator by Motorola Solutions turns your device into a broadband push-to-talk (PTT) handset for fully secure, unified workgroup communications anywhere you have a network connection.
 
WAVE is the industry's most powerful and flexible work group communication tool for secure PTT on the go. WAVE transforms smartphones, tablets and PCs into team communication tools and integrates with land mobile radio (LMR) to provide unified voice, text messaging, location and presence in a single application.

• Broadband network agnostic
• AES256 encryption of all communications
• Group calls for secure one-to-many communications
• Private calls for secure one-to-one communications
• Group and Private text messaging
• Presence & location information
• Emergency Support
• Remote PTT accessories for most devices (Bluetooth low energy, wired headsets, badge microphones)

WAVE Mobile Communicator
This app is utilized on WAVE Tactical System which is Motorola's highly scalable (up to 5,000 active users), feature rich, enterprise grade PTT solution.  WAVE Tactical enables full interoperability between different radio systems and extends the reach of these systems using any combination of broadband networks and devices.

Radio Integrations:
• Motorola Solutions ASTRO 25 with wireline interface
• Motorola Solutions DIMETRA with wireline interface
• Motorola ASTRO 25 and TETRA with MOTOBRIDGE wireless interface
• Motorola MOTOTRBO with wireline interface

Other vendor P25 and non-P25 systems with MOTOBRIDGE wireless interface

Note: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

By downloading our app, you agree to the End User Licensing Agreement and can download here: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/content/dam/msi/docs/products/voice-applications/wave/wave-end-user-license-agreement.pdf

## Key features

- Broadband push-to-talk
- Secure voice and text messaging
- Location and presence information
- Group and private calls
- Land mobile radio integration
- AES256 encryption

## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wave-mobile-communicator/id1172021005/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Reliable smart phone tactical comms app

*2024-09-18, version 4.13.0*

I like the stability of the app. Comms are clear and precise thanks to TOT timer of 60 seconds sonibody can hog the mike. PTT priority also helps moderator to cut off ramblers.

### 2/5 — Kinda works

*2024-09-16, version 4.13.0*

Disappointed that the app continues to disconnect from the internet on a regular basis.

### 3/5 — Works OK

*2024-06-15, version 4.13.0*

The app functions fine for me, but lacks some nice features that other PTT apps have. Would be nice to see some regular updates and watch OS support for using the Apple Watch as a PTT.

### 5/5 — Update

*2024-01-10, version 4.13.0*

When is Motorola planning to update this in the Apple App Store? Our companies cyber security team won’t allow us to purchase this because it hasn’t been updated in over a year while Android and other versions have more recent updates.

### 1/5 — Too slow

*2023-02-12, version 4.13.0*

Engineers need to do their due diligence to correct the update location lag.  Min of 5 seconds is more like 10 seconds.  Terminate of adjust… Monicule, Intrepid Response, ES Chat, ATAK and LIFERING by Major Caps can run BF tracking at near real-time… Motorola needs to answer phones and help customers with critical high STAKES!

### 1/5 — Terrible and unreliable

*2022-12-21, version 4.13.0*

This app crashes and becomes disconnected constantly.   My employer has insisted on it for over 3 years and we end up having to communicate by phone more than half the time.   Press the talk button during a transmission crashes it.  When the phone is locked and you press the pause symbol it crashes.   If you are in a plane (we use it for medevac) and it was the last app you used - unlock the phone and it crashes or logs you out.  You would think with a name like Motorola and this much time it would be reliable but it’s not.   The app tries to emulate A real radio, but it is internet data connection dependent.  Text and voice messages are more reliable.   At least then you get the message when you get back in service range.   With this app the communication is lost.

### 1/5 — Connection issues

*2022-11-11, version 4.13.0*

Continuously signs itself out. I often have to log back into the app multiple times a day even went on strong Wi-Fi. Also the ability to re-organize the order of channels would be great

### 5/5 — Sound

*2022-06-06, version 4.13.0*

Can you remove the beep alert before ever transmission

### 1/5 — Will NOT stay connected

*2022-03-28, version 4.12.0*

The app disconnects its self all the time. Would not recommend it at all.

### 1/5 — IPhone 13 Pro Distorted Audio

*2021-09-27, version 4.11.0*

Distorted audio on new iPhone 13 Pro. iPhone 11 audio sounds good.

## Frequently asked questions about WAVE Mobile Communicator

### What does the WAVE Mobile Communicator app do?

The WAVE Mobile Communicator app transforms your smartphone, tablet, or PC into a broadband push-to-talk (PTT) handset. It provides secure, unified workgroup communications, including voice, text messaging, location, and presence information, anywhere with a network connection.

### What are the key features of WAVE Mobile Communicator?

Key features include broadband network agnostic operation, AES256 encryption for all communications, secure group and private calls, group and private text messaging, presence and location information, and emergency support. It also supports remote PTT accessories.

### How does WAVE Mobile Communicator integrate with existing radio systems?

The app integrates with various land mobile radio (LMR) systems, including Motorola Solutions ASTRO 25 and DIMETRA via wireline interfaces, and other vendor P25 and non-P25 systems via MOTOBRIDGE wireless interface. This enables full interoperability and extends the reach of these systems.

### Is WAVE Mobile Communicator free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app itself is free to download and use. However, it is part of the WAVE Tactical System, which is an enterprise-grade solution that may involve licensing or subscription costs for the system's backend infrastructure and user management.

### What devices is WAVE Mobile Communicator compatible with?

The app is designed to run on smartphones, tablets, and PCs, turning them into communication tools. It also supports remote PTT accessories like Bluetooth low energy headsets and badge microphones for most devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.13.0 — 2022-04-04

This update includes support for covert operations, allowing a user to mute the device's speaker should a wired or Bluetooth headset become disconnected.  To enable this feature, go to App Settings and toggle Mute Phone Speaker.  When a headset is disconnected, the audio will be muted and a blue banner will be displayed indicating that the speaker is muted. 

This application supports WAVE Server releases 5.19 and below and iOS 15 and below.

### 4.12.0 — 2022-02-13

This release introduces support for the Motorola Accessories - WM500 and EP910W, improvements to the Active Talk Group Selection and bug fixes.

### 4.11.0 — 2021-07-27

This release includes the following:
* Ability to search Contacts
* A tone that notifies the user when the WAVE Mobile Communicator disconnects and reconnects to the WAVE Server
* Bug fixes and other minor improvements

For further information, contact WAVE Support at wavetacticalsupport@motorolasolutions.com

### 4.10.0 — 2021-01-28

This release includes the following:
* Added support for remote configuration via an MDM. The following can be configured:
    * Server address, location sharing, location sharing frequency, selected profile, audio gain, analytics enabled state
* Updated color palette to improve contrast and legibility
* Bug fixes and other minor improvements

For further information, please contact WAVE Support at wavesupport@motorolasolutions.com.

### 4.9.0 — 2020-10-14

This release includes the following:
* Improved accessibility support
* Support for handling the reduced location accuracy permission introduced in iOS 14
* Minimum supported iOS version is iOS 12.4
* Improved explanation on why WAVE audio is temporarily disabled while another audio app is in use
* Bug fixes and other minor improvements

For further information, please contact WAVE Support at wavesupport@motorolasolutions.com.

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