Comparison

PTT4U vs ClearNode

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

Head to head
About

PTT4U

This app provides professional two-way radio communication over cellular networks, eliminating range limitations and interference. It's ideal for businesses and individuals needing reliable, clear communication across any distance with internet access.

Highlights
  • Unlimited communication range via GSM/3G/4G/WiFi
  • Clear, interference-free audio
  • No need for expensive radio infrastructure
  • Global usability with internet access
  • Dispatch system with location tracking
  • Platform Management Console for fleet control
Features
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Where can I get my account credentials? You can get it from ptt4u.com website What distance do PTT4U radios cover? There is no limit. As far as you have GSM/3G/4G or WiFi signal you will be in reach. This means that you are only dependent on the cellphone carrier service, or a WiFi hotspot. Why is this better compared to traditional walkie talkies? Traditional two way radio will always be limited by distance and interference. As we work with a digital connection that relies on cellphones carriers, you will always experience loud and clear interference-free communications. Besides, you don’t need to invest in expensive radio infra-structures, like repeaters, towers, antennas or leasing sites. Who can benefit from PTT4U? Taxi & general transportation companies, law enforcement, private security guards, construction sites, logistics, box movers, agriculture industry, and anyone else how needs 2-way professional radio communications without range restrictions. I need to cover a wide area and in multiple locations. Do I need a set of repeaters and antennas? No. Our service uses the network of the GSM/3G/4G carriers. You don’t need to invest on any network infra-structure, besides the mobile or hand-held radios. Does it work on any country? As far as you have internet access (via 3G/4G or WiFi) then you can use our system, regardless the location. Can the users talk between them, if they are in different countries? Yes. Any user can talk to any other user, regardless the location. How much data do PTT4U radios require in a month? For a regular use, 500 MB data plan will be enough. In extreme conditions, where communications take place for long periods, 1 GB data plan may be required Do you offer a dispatch system? Yes, you can install our dispatch system on any Windows PC and contact any users, check their position on the map, speed, send personal messages, make private and groups calls. A Platform Management Console is also available and allows you to have complete control of your radio fleet. I need a large amount of radios. Can I try before I buy? Not at the moment. But you can buy one of our Startup Packages at a discounted price, before you invest in a large quantity of radios/subscriptions. Is this for me? Any of the following industries can use our solution: Transportation Courier, Taxi, Limo Service, Tow truck, Railway, Airport, Seaport, Light rail, MRT, Logistics Construction Constructions Site, Cement delivery, Electrical, Excavating, Plumbing, Roofing Security Services Patrol Guard Service, Hotel, Condo, Offices, Factory, Sports events, Education, Fire Service Hospitality Restaurant, Hotel, Resort, Shopping mall, Supermarket Government Police, Sheriff’s Departments, Public Works, Water Departments Private users Many private customers use our service to stay in touch with family and friends Disclaimer: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. - Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: http://ptt4u.com/about-ptt4u/

About

ClearNode

This app provides remote control and management for ClearNode devices, enabling users to configure settings, connect to nodes, and control integrated radio functions. It also allows for audio stream playback and monitoring of multiple devices.

Highlights
  • Configure AllStar, Echolink, and DMR credentials
  • Control radio parameters (frequency, CTCSS, volume)
  • Connect/disconnect from remote nodes
  • Catalog and search active node lists
  • Monitor and control multiple devices
  • Play delayed audio streams
  • Power down or reboot device
Features
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The ClearNode App allows you to: - Set up your ClearNode with your AllStar, Echolink and DMR credentials and settings - Configure important parameters for Asterisk and USB Audio - Connect and disconnect your ClearNode device from remote nodes and servers - Keep a catalog of the nodes you have connected to - Search the AllStar, Echolink and DMR active node lists - Control the integrated radio: Tx/Rx frequency, CTCSS codes, Squelch, Volume, Emphasis, High Pass and Low Pass, bandwidth - Power down or reboot your ClearNode Device - Play a delayed stream (~20 sec) of the audio traffic on your ClearNode (Tx and Rx), also play the stream to your public Broadcastify account - The ClearNode App detects and displays your ClearNode's current IP Addresses - If you have multiple ClearNode devices you can monitor and control them all from a single ClearNode Mobile App This application is a support/remote control utility for ClearNode devices built by Gerry Filby/W6WNG.

Screenshots

PTT4U4 screens
ClearNode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ClearNode at 100% against PTT4U's 0%. ClearNode also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). PTT4U's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ClearNode holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClearNode has 32 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PTT4U's written reviews are positive against 100% of ClearNode's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PTT4U ships an update every 6 months, ClearNode every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on July 7, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PTT4U versus ClearNode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPTT4UClearNode
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)4.8 (32 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings432 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDuarte BragaGerry Filby

Customer experience

PTT4U

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative50.0%

ClearNode

All ratings32 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PTT4U

No in-app purchases

None

ClearNode

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PTT4U free?
PTT4U is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ClearNode free?
ClearNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, PTT4U or ClearNode?
ClearNode is rated higher. PTT4U averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ClearNode averages 4.8 from 32 ratings.
Do PTT4U or ClearNode have ads?
Neither PTT4U nor ClearNode shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PTT4U or ClearNode?
PTT4U ships an update every 6 months, and ClearNode every 3 weeks. Most recently, PTT4U was updated on July 7, 2026 and ClearNode on September 29, 2026.

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