# APRS pro Ultimate vs DigiDecoder

The clearest difference is rating: DigiDecoder at 4.5 against APRS pro Ultimate's 1.9. DigiDecoder also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 9%). APRS pro Ultimate's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. APRS pro Ultimate sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and DigiDecoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DigiDecoder holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 19 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of APRS pro Ultimate's written reviews are positive against 50% of DigiDecoder's.

## The numbers

| Metric | APRS pro Ultimate | DigiDecoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802/reviews) | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digidecoder-ham-radio/id6759073503/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 8.7% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [P8G Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/1234581801) | [Lukasz Skierkowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1280847319) |

## What reviewers say

### APRS pro Ultimate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aprs-pro-ultimate/id1234581802)

This app provides real-time APRS network access for ham radio operators. It allows users to track stations, find repeaters, and broadcast their location and status, with options for both internet and direct radio connection.

**Highlights:** Real-time APRS network access, Map-based station tracking, Built-in TNC audiomodem, Broadcast location and status, Search for repeaters and nodes, Chat with other ham operators, Dynamic symbol changes

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| D-Star Repeaters List - Monthly Subscription | $2.49 | per month |
| Receive messages while offline - 1 Year Subscription | $4.49 | per year |
| Change My Symbol based on speed | $7.99 | per year |
| Enable APRS TX - 1 Year Subscription | $8.99 | per year |
| Delorme inReach to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |
| SPOT Satellite to APRS - 1 Year Subscription | $13.49 | per year |
| Enable APRS TX - Lifetime | $15.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Features - Lifetime | $42.99 | one-time |


### DigiDecoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digidecoder-ham-radio/id6759073503)

Decode and encode various ham radio digital modes in real-time. Supports automatic mode recognition, SSTV image transmission, and multiple packet TNC options. Offers a free trial before monthly subscription or lifetime purchase.

**Highlights:** Universal digital modes decoder/encoder, Automatic mode recognition, Real-time animated waterfall display, SSTV image encoding and transmission, Support for FT8, CW, Packet, and more, Bluetooth and network TNC support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DigiDecoder Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| DigiDecoder Lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is APRS pro Ultimate free?

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

### Is DigiDecoder free?

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

### Which has better reviews, APRS pro Ultimate or DigiDecoder?

DigiDecoder is rated higher. APRS pro Ultimate averages 1.9 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while DigiDecoder averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do APRS pro Ultimate or DigiDecoder have ads?

Neither APRS pro Ultimate nor DigiDecoder shows ads.

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