Comparison

DX Toolbox vs LiTime

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

Head to head
About

DX Toolbox

This app provides real-time propagation forecasting and solar condition data for ham radio operators and shortwave listeners. It helps estimate HF propagation between any two locations, displays grayline maps, and offers detailed solar and geomagnetic readings.

Highlights
  • Propagation forecasting tools
  • Grayline map
  • Great circle path plotting
  • Solar and geomagnetic readings
  • Aurora prediction maps
  • Ionosonde plot maps
Features
Currently charting
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Are you a ham radio operator or shortwave listener, in need of up to date propagation information and solar conditions? DX Toolbox features several propagation forecasting tools, allowing you to quickly and easily estimate current HF (Shortwave) propagation conditions between any two locations in the world, and is ideal for the ham radio operator, shortwave listener, or other radio enthusiast. Radio propagation conditions can also be estimated between any two points on the Earth. Graphs of these conditions can be generated for a given frequency or time, and MUF/LUF graphs can also be displayed. A grayline map of the world is also available. Radio propagation between locations within the grayline region of the world is often greatly enhanced. DX Toolbox's grayline map makes it easy for you to determine where those locations are. Grayline propagation has been used by expert radio operators and DXers for years to catch elusive stations. A plot the great circle (both short and long) path between your location and another station is also displayed, as well as the beam heading and distance. The location of the currently transmitting NCDXF/IARU beacon can be displayed on the map as well. The propagation map displays the areas of the world where your signal can be heard (or a signal can be heard from), based on the frequency, transmitter power, and current solar flux, date, and time. Maps showing ionosonde plots of foF2, foEs, and hmF2 data from various locations around the world are available. The MUF and skip zone can be calculated based on foF2 and hmF2 values. Aurora prediction maps for the northern and southern hemisphere are available. DX Toolbox displays the following important solar and geomagnetic readings: Solar Flux A-Index K-Index Sun Spot Number X-Ray Flux levels X-Ray flares Solar Wind Earth's Magnetic Field Proton and Electron Flux levels Radio Blackout conditions Geomagnetic Storm conditions Solar Radiation Storm conditions Graphs of x-ray flux readings from the GOES satellites may also be displayed. The following radio propagation reports and forecasts are available: WWV Geophysical Alert 27 Day Space Outlook 45 Day AP Forecast Geomagnetic Data Daily Geomagnetic Data Daily Particle Data Daily Solar Data GEOALERT Daily Magnetometer Analysis Reports Hourly Magnetometer Analysis Reports Predicted Sunspot Numbers and Radio Flux Report of Solar-Geophysical Activity Solar and Geophysical Activity Summary Solar Region Summary Weekly Highlights and Forecasts Current Space Weather Indices Space Weather Event Reports Daily Space Weather Indices Summary of Space Weather Observations 3-day Space Weather Predictions SEC Space Weather Alerts In addition, 21 maps of current D Layer Absorption levels are available for display. Full documentation on how to use the app is available here: http://www.blackcatsystems.com/iphone/dx_toolbox_faq.html Get your copy of DX Toolbox now, and you’ll always be up to date on current radio propagation conditions.

About

LiTime

Monitor your smart energy storage battery in real-time via Bluetooth. Remotely control charging modes and view battery levels, temperature, and speeds. This user-friendly app offers effortless energy management.

Highlights
  • Real-time battery monitoring
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Remote charging control
  • View battery levels
  • Monitor temperature and speeds
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Experience unparalleled energy monitoring! We proudly present LiTime, your dedicated companion for smart energy storage battery. Key Features: Real-time Monitoring: Utilizing Bluetooth technology, check your energy storage battery's status anytime, anywhere—monitoring battery levels, temperature, and charging/discharging speeds. Remote Control: Conveniently manage your battery remotely, adjusting charging modes to suit your energy needs. User-Friendly: With a sleek and intuitive interface, LiTime is easy for anyone to navigate. Empowering you to effortlessly manage your energy! LiTime, where energy meets freedom. Download now and connect intelligently to the future of energy!

Screenshots

DX Toolbox4 screens
LiTime4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: LiTime at Free against DX Toolbox's $3.99. LiTime also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (264 vs 68). DX Toolbox's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.0) and review sentiment (62% vs 24%). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

LiTime is free to download; DX Toolbox costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DX Toolbox holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 68 and 264 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of DX Toolbox's written reviews are positive against 24% of LiTime's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DX Toolbox ships an update every 9 months, LiTime every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
DX Toolbox versus LiTime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDX ToolboxLiTime
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (68 ratings) — better3.0 (264 ratings)
Positive reviews61.8% of reviews — better24.3% of reviews
Number of ratings68264 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
Best chart rank#181 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS6.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB100 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBlack Cat SystemsShenzhen Litime Technology

Customer experience

DX Toolbox

All ratings68 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral4.4%
Negative8.8%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive61.8%
Neutral10.9%
Negative27.3%

LiTime

All ratings264 ratings
Positive44.7%
Neutral8.0%
Negative47.3%
Written reviews177 reviews
Positive24.3%
Neutral7.9%
Negative67.8%

User reviews

DX Toolbox

From 68 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Useful for learning
  • 👍 Handy for DXing
  • 👍 Comprehensive propagation data
  • 👍 Good for planning contacts
  • 👍 Accurate propagation map

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Many broken links
  • 🐛 Missing functionality
  • 🐛 Slow data download
  • 🐛 Small, hard-to-see graphs/pictures
  • 🐛 Uninformative link labels

LiTime

From 264 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Provides essential battery information
  • 💡 Helpful for monitoring battery status
  • ⚡ Works well with the batteries

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with Bluetooth
  • 🔒 Requires login/account for basic functionality
  • 🔋 Inaccurate battery state of charge readings
  • 💤 App goes into standby mode unexpectedly
  • 📢 Intrusive ads and unnecessary features

Bugs and requests

DX Toolbox

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • Missing calculations
  • No images where they should be
  • Dead links
  • Missing information behind menus
  • Half of info links don't download
Show 13 more
  • Some downloaded data pages display only half
  • Some graphs' X and Y axis are not labeled
  • None of the maps work
  • Solar images no longer work
  • Graphs do not show values in the x-axis
  • App crashes repeatedly
  • Doesn't all work with iOS 15.1
  • Propagation for Time calculation crashes the app
  • Global maps show no change and remain black
  • D layer maps show 0 MHz maximum frequency
  • App returns to home screen repeatedly
  • Setup menu requires manual lat/long entry
  • Buttons under gray line map have unclear purpose

Requested features

11 requests
  • Add tips and definitions for parameters
  • Implement dark mode
  • Allow location entry by grid square
  • More informative link labels
  • Provide more detailed tutorial
Show 6 more
  • Add option to display kilometers or miles
  • Develop a Windows App
  • Add VOAAREA functionality
  • Use call sign prefixes instead of lat/long
  • Improve user interface
  • Better integration into iOS environment

LiTime

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes or freezes after updates
  • Login/account issues prevent access
  • Battery status not updating correctly
  • Compatibility problems with newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to monitor individual cell voltages
  • Option to set low battery charge thresholds
  • Offline mode for remote usage without internet
  • Improved battery balancing and management

In-app purchases

None

DX Toolbox

No in-app purchases

None

LiTime

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DX Toolbox free?
DX Toolbox costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is LiTime free?
LiTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DX Toolbox or LiTime?
DX Toolbox is rated higher. DX Toolbox averages 4.4 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while LiTime averages 3.0 from 264 ratings.
Do DX Toolbox or LiTime have ads?
Neither DX Toolbox nor LiTime shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DX Toolbox or LiTime?
DX Toolbox ships an update every 9 months, and LiTime every 2 weeks. Most recently, DX Toolbox was updated on October 15, 2026 and LiTime on October 15, 2026.

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