RF Tools ++ vs APRSKit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RF Tools ++
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RF Tools provides essential utilities for RF and link budget calculations including: Antenna Factor, Field Intensity, Phase, Time Delay, Wavelength, Cable Calculator, Cable Loss, Cable K1 K2 estimator, dBm/Watts conversions, dBµA/Amps conversions, dBµV/Volts conversions, Gain conversions, Power conversions, Free Space Loss, VHF/UHF Line of Sight, Fade Margin, Link Margin, Radar Max/Min Range, VSWR/Power/Return Loss Conversions, Radar Equation Solver and several reference items. The cable loss tool includes generic cables and many cables from Andrew, Beiden, Harbour Industries, Huber+Suhner, IW-Microwave, MegaPhase, Micro-Coax, PIC Wire & Cable, Times Microwave and Webro. Calculations are added regularly
APRSKit
Transform your iPhone into a live APRS station for amateur radio operators. Share real-time location data directly to the APRS-IS network with customizable settings and map integration.
- Live GPS location sharing
- Direct APRS-IS server integration
- Broadcast with custom callsign
- View nearby stations on map
- Customizable SSID, icon, and comment
- Adjustable location update intervals
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Turn your iPhone into a live APRS station! APRSKit is a lightweight and modern iOS application designed for amateur radio operators to send real-time location data directly to the APRS-IS network using your iPhone. Key Features: - Live GPS location sharing - Direct APRS-IS server integration - Broadcast with your own callsign - View nearby stations on the map - Customize SSID, icon, and comment - Adjustable location update intervals - Sleek UI with Apple Maps integration - Optimized for speed and battery life Stay connected with the APRS community wherever you go. APRSKit brings powerful tracking and sharing features right to your fingertips. - Be a part of the APRS world – now mobile and simple!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: RF Tools ++ at $1.99 against APRSKit's $4.99. RF Tools ++ also leads on chart position (#199 vs unranked). On update cadence, 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
RF Tools ++ costs $1.99 and APRSKit $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
RF Tools ++ ships an update every 2 weeks, APRSKit fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RF Tools ++ | APRSKit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $4.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #199 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jeff Curtis | Ugur Altinsoy |
In-app purchases
RF Tools ++
No in-app purchases
APRSKit
No in-app purchases
