Comparison

ClearNode vs DTMF Dialer Tool

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

Head to head
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.

About

DTMF Dialer Tool

Generate and manage DTMF tones for dialing and testing phone numbers. Features include a modern keypad, karaoke-style playback, and favorites management for quick access to frequently used numbers. Ideal for telephony professionals and radio operators.

Highlights
  • Modern DTMF keypad
  • Karaoke-style playback
  • Favorites management
  • Pause support
  • Reliable tone generation
Features
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Effortlessly dial, test, and manage phone numbers with DTMF tones—perfect for telephony professionals, ham radio operators, and anyone who needs reliable tone dialing! Note: This app does not call. It only produces DTMF tones which may be used to control a call. Features: - Modern DTMF Keypad: Tap or hold to generate accurate DTMF tones for any number, including special characters and pauses. - Karaoke-Style Playback: Watch each digit highlight as it plays, making it easy to follow along and verify sequences. - Favorites Management: Save, name, and organize your most-used numbers for quick access. Edit or delete favorites anytime. - Pause Support: Insert pauses (",") for complex dialing sequences. - Reliable Tone Generation: Uses precise DTMF frequencies for compatibility with phone systems, PBXs, and radio repeaters. Perfect For: - Accessing voicemail, conference bridges, or automated phone systems - Testing and troubleshooting telephony equipment - Amateur radio (ham) operators - Anyone needing a fast, accurate DTMF dialer Why Choose DTMF Dialer Tool? - Intuitive, modern design - Lightning-fast and accurate tone playback - Powerful favorites and editing features Download DTMF Dialer Tool today and make dialing smarter, faster, and easier!

Screenshots

ClearNode4 screens
DTMF Dialer Tool3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ClearNode at none against DTMF Dialer Tool's 1. ClearNode also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). DTMF Dialer Tool's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume 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. DTMF Dialer Tool sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ClearNode asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ClearNode holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 32 and 13 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ClearNode ships an update every 3 weeks, DTMF Dialer Tool every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ClearNode versus DTMF Dialer Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClearNodeDTMF Dialer Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (32 ratings) — better4.5 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings32 — better13
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGerry FilbyKevin Tang

Customer experience

ClearNode

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

DTMF Dialer Tool

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

None

ClearNode

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

DTMF Dialer Tool

One-time1
  • DTMF Dialer Pro$4.99

Questions

Is ClearNode free?
ClearNode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DTMF Dialer Tool free?
DTMF Dialer Tool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ClearNode or DTMF Dialer Tool?
ClearNode is rated higher. ClearNode averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32 ratings, while DTMF Dialer Tool averages 4.5 from 13 ratings.
Do ClearNode or DTMF Dialer Tool have ads?
DTMF Dialer Tool shows ads; ClearNode does not.
Which is updated more often, ClearNode or DTMF Dialer Tool?
ClearNode ships an update every 3 weeks, and DTMF Dialer Tool every 9 days. Most recently, ClearNode was updated on September 29, 2026 and DTMF Dialer Tool on October 7, 2026.

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