# APRS Passcode vs HamQRG

The clearest difference is rating: HamQRG at 4.7 against APRS Passcode's 1.8. HamQRG also leads on ratings volume (37 vs 5). APRS Passcode's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. APRS Passcode sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and HamQRG sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HamQRG holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HamQRG has 37 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | APRS Passcode | HamQRG |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-passcode/id1185571600/reviews) | **[4.7 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamqrg-ham-radio-repeaters/id6758155828/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 46 MB | 85 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [P8G Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1234581801) | [Aurora Digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/1622371872) |

## What reviewers say

### APRS Passcode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-passcode/id1185571600)

This utility helps licensed amateur radio operators recover their APRS passcode. Simply enter your valid callsign to receive the passcode needed for APRS client software. It's useful for various desktop APRS applications.

**Highlights:** APRS Passcode Recovery, Enter valid callsign, Compatible with APRS client software, Useful for desktop applications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Generate APRS Passcode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Generate New APRS Passcode | $0.99 | one-time |


### HamQRG

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hamqrg-ham-radio-repeaters/id6758155828)

Discover and locate ham radio repeaters with detailed technical data, including frequency, shift, and digital modes. Track live POTA activations and save your favorite repeaters for easy access. Ideal for licensed operators and radio listeners.

**Highlights:** Interactive repeater map, Detailed technical data (frequency, tones, modes), Live POTA spot tracking, Filter by mode and band, Save favorite repeaters, Personalized operator profile

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HamQRG Pro Mensile | $3.99 | per month |
| HamQRG Pro Annuale | $29.99 | per year |
| HamQRG Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is APRS Passcode free?

APRS Passcode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is HamQRG free?

HamQRG is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, APRS Passcode or HamQRG?

HamQRG is rated higher. APRS Passcode averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while HamQRG averages 4.7 from 37 ratings.

### Do APRS Passcode or HamQRG have ads?

Neither APRS Passcode nor HamQRG shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*