Comparison

QTH vs Mesh World

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

QTH

This application helps radio amateurs worldwide locate QTH-locators using GPS. It allows users to view maps, search for specific addresses, and calculate distances to other QTHs. The program is continuously updated and improved.

Highlights
  • QTH-locator definition
  • GPS-based location
  • Map viewing with internet
  • Address search functionality
  • Distance calculation
  • Marker addition and deletion
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This is a free version of the program "QTH-locator". The program is designed to define the QTH-locator, used by radio amateurs all over the world when working on the VHF bands. QTH is determined using the GPS function. To view maps need the presence of the Internet on your device. His QTH is determined automatically when the program starts and is the token of the current geolocation. To find the QTH, different from yours, you need to use the card in the application. To add tags, you need to press and hold your finger on the map until the marker on the map c QTH. The program also allows you to define QTH using the search bar. To do this, type the address in the address bar and select from the list the appropriate address, after which the program will create a marker at this location and will QTH. If you know QTH correspondent you can find it, and find out the distance to it. To delete all the markers need to click icon to clear. The program is being constantly improved. Keep for updates.

About

Mesh World

This app provides a premium mesh networking experience, supporting both Meshtastic and MeshCore protocols. It offers real-time user tracking, offline maps, encrypted messaging, and node management capabilities for various outdoor and community use cases.

Highlights
  • Dual Meshtastic and MeshCore protocol support
  • Real-time user and group tracking
  • Offline maps and waypoint sharing
  • Private encrypted direct and group messaging
  • Bluetooth device pairing and configuration
  • Channel management with permissions
Features
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Mesh World is the simplest and most powerful mesh networking app available. The first and only app that works with both Meshtastic and MeshCore protocols. Setting up mesh networking has always been a nightmare. Configuring 20 different radio settings just to join a group, clunky interfaces that make no sense, and maps that barely work. There is a better way. Mesh World simplifies everything. Connect your mesh radio, follow the step by step setup guide, and you are on the mesh in minutes. No headaches, no endless configuration, no buried settings or cryptic menus. HOW IT WORKS Download Mesh World, pair your Meshtastic or MeshCore device via Bluetooth, and follow the simple setup guide. Join public groups with one tap or create your own private channel. Your messages and location broadcast across the mesh network instantly. FEATURES Dual Protocol Support: The first and only app compatible with both Meshtastic and MeshCore. Use whichever works for your setup. Better Maps: Real-time tracking, satellite, terrain and street map types, 3D terrain view, offline maps, waypoint creation and sharing, and custom path routing through specific repeaters on MeshCore. Messaging: Direct and group messages, private encrypted channels, delivery confirmation, and full contact management. Node Management: Bluetooth pairing, battery and signal monitoring, hop count tracking, and over the air configuration. Channel Management: Create and join channels, manage members and permissions, with no buried settings or cryptic menus. Public Groups: Join preconfigured groups with one tap, no manual radio configuration required. AR View and Route Planning: Visualize your mesh network and plan routes in augmented reality. WHO THIS IS FOR Hikers, campers, emergency preparedness teams, ham radio operators, and community mesh networks. If you own a Meshtastic or MeshCore device, Mesh World is the app you have been waiting for. WHAT YOU NEED A Meshtastic or MeshCore compatible device. Download Mesh World free and experience mesh networking the way it should be. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

QTH2 screens
Mesh World4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: QTH at 75% against Mesh World's 0%. QTH also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). Mesh World's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 37 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mesh World sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. QTH asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QTH ships an update every 37 months, Mesh World weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QTH versus Mesh World: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQTHMesh World
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 37 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB127 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperTimur IsaevMeshworld LLC

Customer experience

QTH

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Mesh World

All ratings3 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

QTH

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Mesh World

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Pro Annual Subscription7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is QTH free?
QTH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mesh World free?
Mesh World is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do QTH or Mesh World have ads?
Neither QTH nor Mesh World shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QTH or Mesh World?
QTH ships an update every 37 months, and Mesh World weekly. Most recently, QTH was updated on November 2, 2026 and Mesh World on October 24, 2026.

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