Comparison

K3iNetwork vs TS Control for Kenwood

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

Head to head
About

K3iNetwork

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K3iNetwork provides remote control of the Elecraft K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2 radios via a WiFi network and PC or Mac connected to the radio serial port. The user can control many functions of the K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2 radio using their iPhone. CW, RTTY and PSK31 QSOs are possible. The user can watch text from the radio VFO B window stream to their iPhone in the Terminal window, and send CW, RTTY, or PSK, as appropriate, in response. K3iNetwork has windows patterned after the Command Tester and Terminal windows of the Elecraft K3 Utility program. It provides similar functionality, and it can all be accomplished remotely using the iPhone. Once the user establishes communication with the K3, K3S, KX3 or KX2 via a WiFi network the iPhone is used to control the radio.

About

TS Control for Kenwood

Control your Kenwood TS-890 transceiver remotely from your iPad. Features integrated digital modes, logging, dual VFO, and DX-Cluster alerts. Operate locally or from anywhere with an internet connection.

Highlights
  • Full remote transceiver control
  • Integrated digital modes (FT8, FT4, CW, SSTV)
  • Comprehensive logbook with ADIF import/export
  • Dual VFO and dual waterfall displays
  • DX-Cluster integration and alerts
  • Visual radio spots and band limits
  • Remote CW transmission
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TS-Control for Kenwood is an innovative Software Defined Radio (SDR) client designed specifically for iPad users, allowing comprehensive control and operation of an TS-890 Transceiver. Developed to maximize the capabilities of the TS-890, this app is your gateway to operating your transceiver seamlessly, both locally and remotely via the internet. KEY FEATURES โ–  Full Control Anywhere: Operate your TS-890 transceiver locally at home or from anywhere in the world with an internet connection without additional hard- or software. โ–  Integrated Digital Modes: Use built-in tools for FT8, FT4, CW, Weather FAX and SSTV (NEW!) without the need for external software. โ–  Logging: Maintain a comprehensive logbook with automatic logging, ADIF import/export. โ–  Dual VFO and Waterfalls: Manage dual VFO settings and view real-time dual waterfall displays for detailed frequency insights (dependent on transceiver capabilities). โ–  DX-Cluster and Alerts: Stay updated with DX-Cluster integration and personalized alerts for desired callsigns, DXCCs, States or others. โ–  Visual and Interactive Features: View radio spots in the waterfall display, check band limits, and see callsigns on a map complete with directional data. โ–  CW Operation: Offers unique CW capabilities including remote CW transmission via keyboard or a hardware paddle connected to your iPad MIDI port or CTR2 Controller. WHAT YOU NEED: - A Kenwood TS-890 - No USB cable needed or supported - An iPad which runs at least iOS 18 LEARN MORE: Discover all features here: https://ham-radio-apps.com Access the full Manual: https://ham-radio-apps.com/manuals Note: TS-Control for Kenwood is independently developed and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenwood Corporation.

Screenshots

K3iNetwork4 screens
TS Control for Kenwood4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: K3iNetwork at $3.99 against TS Control for Kenwood's $89.99. TS Control for Kenwood's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 7 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

K3iNetwork costs $3.99 and TS Control for Kenwood $89.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

K3iNetwork ships an update every 7 months, TS Control for Kenwood every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 6 level
K3iNetwork versus TS Control for Kenwood: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterK3iNetworkTS Control for Kenwood
Price$3.99 โ€” better$89.99
Positive reviewsโ€”0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 weeks โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationโ€”Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.217.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size23 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMike Downs, ks7dMarcus Roskosch

In-app purchases

None

K3iNetwork

No in-app purchases

None

TS Control for Kenwood

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is K3iNetwork free?
K3iNetwork costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is TS Control for Kenwood free?
TS Control for Kenwood costs $89.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do K3iNetwork or TS Control for Kenwood have ads?
Neither K3iNetwork nor TS Control for Kenwood shows ads.
Which is updated more often, K3iNetwork or TS Control for Kenwood?
K3iNetwork ships an update every 7 months, and TS Control for Kenwood every 2 weeks. Most recently, K3iNetwork was updated on September 12, 2026 and TS Control for Kenwood on September 8, 2026.

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