RS vs Ham Radio Toolbox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RS
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"RS-SAT100" is a text chat application for ICOM "IC-SAT100" and "IC-SAT100M" satellite communication transceivers. It provides a text chat function through a satellite communication network by connecting to a transceiver using Bluetooth. Device requirements: iOS version 12.0 or later. Supported transceivers: Icom IC-SAT100 and IC-SAT100M Refer to the instruction manual for details. NOTE: The RS-SAT100 is not guaranteed to work on all iPhones and iPads. It may not work, depending on the version of the OS or the apps installed on your device. The RS-SAT100 connects to the transceiver using Bluetooth. It may not correctly operate, depending on the radio wave environment of Bluetooth. Bluetooth may disconnect in the following cases: · The screen of the device is locked. · This application is running in the background mode. · Wi-Fi is enabled. · When connecting or disconnecting a Bluetooth headset.
Ham Radio Toolbox
This app provides essential tools for amateur radio enthusiasts, including real-time propagation data, a DX cluster viewer, and a dipole calculator. It offers a streamlined interface for checking band conditions and planning communication strategies.
- Real-Time Propagation Data
- DX Cluster Viewer
- Dipole Calculator
- Band Maps
- No Account Needed
- No Personal Data Collected
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Ham Radio Toolbox is the all-in-one utility app built for amateur radio enthusiasts. Designed with both simplicity and power in mind, it combines the most essential ham tools into a single sleek interface. Whether you're chasing DX, tuning a new dipole, or just checking propagation conditions, Ham Radio Toolbox has you covered. Features: - Real-Time Propagation: Live solar and geomagnetic data to guide your QSO strategies. - DX Cluster Viewer: Stay informed of active DX spots from around the world. - Dipole Calculator: Quickly determine wire lengths based on band and frequency. - Band Maps: Visual overview of who’s on the air and where. Built by ham radio operators for ham radio operators, this app offers a professional, distraction-free experience with powerful tools at your fingertips. Perfect for operators who want everything in one place — portable, field, or shack use. No account needed. No personal data collected. Just pure radio utility.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: RS at none against Ham Radio Toolbox's shown. RS also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | RS | Ham Radio Toolbox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.7 (200 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 200 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 days |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ICOM INCORPORATED | Nuno Facha |
In-app purchases
RS
No in-app purchases
Ham Radio Toolbox
No in-app purchases
