Comparison

PulseModem A vs E

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

Head to head
About

PulseModem A

This application acts as an APRS client, enabling licensed amateur radio operators to send and receive location data and messages. It supports direct connection to the APRS-IS network or transmission via VHF amateur radio, with an optional off-the-grid mode.

Highlights
  • APRS client functionality
  • Send and receive location data
  • Send and receive messages
  • Direct APRS-IS network connection
  • VHF amateur radio transmission
  • AX.25 AFSK modem for off-grid use
Features
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PulseModem A is the APRS client for licensed Amateur Radio operators on iPhone and iPad. Connect to the global APRS-IS network and watch nearby stations appear on a live map in real time — each one drawn with its authentic APRS symbol icon and a country flag derived from its callsign prefix. LIVE APRS-IS FEED - Connects to rotate.aprs.net with a geographic filter centred on your GPS location - Displays raw packets as they arrive, colour-coded by type - Auto-connect on launch — PulseModem A is ready before you finish your coffee - Decodes uncompressed, Base91 compressed, and Mic-E packets (common in Kenwood and Yaesu radios) INTERACTIVE MAP - Every station plotted with its real APRS symbol PNG — car, hiker, weather station, digipeater, and hundreds more - Tap any pin to see a callout; tap the callout to open the full station detail - Centres on your location at city level the moment a GPS fix is available - Your own beacon appears on the map immediately after sending STATION LIST - Full searchable list of received stations - Country flag next to every callsign, resolved from the standard cty.dat prefix database - iPad split-view: select a station on the left, see full details on the right - One tap to look up any callsign on QRZ.com — right inside the app, no browser switch GPS BEACONING - Send your position to the APRS network with a single tap - Choose your station symbol from a searchable visual grid of all APRS symbols - Add an optional comment to your beacon packet - Encoded in Base91 compressed format for maximum compatibility SETTINGS & COMPATIBILITY - Callsign and passcode stored securely in the Keychain - Upgrading from an earlier version? Your callsign, passcode, and preferences carry over automatically - Adjustable filter radius, fallback coordinates for GPS-denied environments - Supports receive-only mode (passcode -1) — no transmit license required to monitor REQUIREMENTS A valid amateur radio license is required to transmit on APRS. Anyone may receive and monitor. RF Receive and RF Transmit (direct audio-port TNC operation) are under re-development and will return in an upcoming update. APRS is a registered trademark of Bob Bruninga.

About

E

Features
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Use E-Go for your commute to work, to explore your city with friends, or to live a greener life. Using E-Go app is simple: 1 - Download the E-Go App and create an account 2 - Unlock the nearest trike by scanning the QR code on the front 3 - Ride safely to your destination 4 - End your ride on the app and lock the bike If you have any comments, please feel free to reach out to support@velvioo.com

Screenshots

PulseModem A4 screens
E4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PulseModem A at fortnightly against E's every 6 months. E's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PulseModem A ships an update fortnightly, E every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on August 23, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PulseModem A versus E: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPulseModem AE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (39 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings39 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPulsely ConsultingANIV, INC

In-app purchases

None

PulseModem A

No in-app purchases

None

E

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PulseModem A free?
PulseModem A is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is E free?
E is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PulseModem A or E have ads?
Neither PulseModem A nor E shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PulseModem A or E?
PulseModem A ships an update fortnightly, and E every 6 months. Most recently, PulseModem A was updated on August 23, 2026 and E on September 9, 2026.

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