# ClearNode vs RepeaterPhone

The clearest difference is price: ClearNode at Free against RepeaterPhone's $7.99. ClearNode also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). RepeaterPhone's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and chart position (#28 vs unranked). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

ClearNode is free to download; RepeaterPhone costs $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ClearNode holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 86 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ClearNode's written reviews are positive against 71% of RepeaterPhone's.

ClearNode ships an update every 2 weeks, RepeaterPhone weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearNode | RepeaterPhone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $7.99 |
| Rating | **[4.8 (32 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearnode/id1450732334/reviews)** | [4.4 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeaterphone/id1637247024/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 32 | **86** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 70.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | — | **#28** |
| Size | 7 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Gerry Filby](https://appshunter.io/developer/962195315) | [Weston Bustraan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1039650802) |

## What reviewers say

### ClearNode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearnode/id1450732334)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### RepeaterPhone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeaterphone/id1637247024)

**Currently charting:** #28 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

Connect your mobile device to EchoLink or AllStarLink radio nodes, repeaters, and conferences. Features a push-to-talk interface, node directory search, and favorites for quick access. Supports Bluetooth headsets and includes a watch extension for convenient control.

**Highlights:** Push-to-talk interface, EchoLink/AllStarLink node connection, Node directory search, Favorite nodes, Bluetooth headset support, Watch extension control

**Features:** Siri integration, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent audio quality
- 👍 Works well for Allstar and EchoLink
- 👍 Great for travel/remote access
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
- 👍 Good value for the price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Volume too low/audio issues
- 🐛 Connection issues with some nodes/networks
- 🐛 App closes when screen locks/in background
- 🐛 Authentication/login failures

**Reported bugs**

- Authentication failed on setup
- App crashes with latest iOS
- iPhone 16 Pro will not connect
- Many Allstar nodes reject connection attempts
- Crashes sometimes, interrupting calls

**Requested features**

- DTMF presets on dial page
- Apple CarPlay integration
- CQ function inclusion
- Organize nodes by location/group chat
- See total people connected before connecting


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearNode free?

ClearNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is RepeaterPhone free?

RepeaterPhone costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ClearNode or RepeaterPhone?

ClearNode is rated higher. ClearNode averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while RepeaterPhone averages 4.4 from 86 ratings.

### Do ClearNode or RepeaterPhone have ads?

Neither ClearNode nor RepeaterPhone shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ClearNode or RepeaterPhone?

ClearNode ships an update every 2 weeks, and RepeaterPhone weekly. Most recently, ClearNode was updated on August 29, 2026 and RepeaterPhone on September 24, 2026.

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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.*