HamSphere 5.0 vs Engution
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HamSphere 5.0
This virtual ham radio transceiver simulates HF bands from 10-160m, including 6m, 2m, and 70cm. It features USB, LSB, and CW modes, power settings, and built-in audio filters. Additional instruments can be unlocked via in-app purchases.
- Virtual HF bands (10-160m)
- 6m, 2m, and 70cm bands
- USB, LSB, and CW modes
- Built-in audio filters
- Power setting
- In-app purchase instrument expansions
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This handheld Amateur Radio transceiver offers 10-160m virtual HamSphere HF bands including 6m, 2m and 70cm. It comes with a fully working 30 day trial. The transceiver has three built in audio filters, USB, LSB and CW Modes, power setting. The transceiver can be expanded with a number of useful instruments as in-app-purchases.
Engution
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ENGUTION is a community platform focused on corrosion control and management, founded in 2023 by a corrosion specialist. It is a resource for professionals looking to enhance their expertise and expand their professional networks within this niche industry. Members can join groups focusing on corrosion control and mitigation, creating a space for shared knowledge and experiences. The platform also enables private communication for direct discussions, guidance, and peer mentorship, fostering a sense of connection and engagement in corrosion control. ENGUTION nurtures a community where members share insights, best practices, and personal experiences, creating a dynamic hub of expertise. Members can connect with the founders of globally recognized brands and organizations, facilitating partnerships and collaborations. Our vision at ENGUTION is to be the leading platform for corrosion control professionals, dedicated to empowering them to enhance their knowledge and awareness. We aim to provide valuable resources, host significant events, and promote discussions on challenges and innovations to inspire and motivate our members to achieve their career goals.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Engution at none against HamSphere 5.0's 30. Engution also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. HamSphere 5.0 sells 30 one-off in-app purchases. Engution asks for nothing beyond the download.
HamSphere 5.0 ships an update monthly, Engution every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HamSphere 5.0 | Engution |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 112 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HamSphere AB | ENGUTION L.L.C-FZ |
In-app purchases
HamSphere 5.0
- 3el T-yagi E (30m)$4.99
- 3el T-yagi E (40m)$4.99
- 3el T-yagi W (20m)$4.99
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- 3el T-yagi E (20m)$4.99
- G5RV North-South (10-160m)$4.99
- J-Pole (12m)$6.99
- J-Pole (17m)$6.99
- Plugizer MBP009$6.99
- Lookup Box MBP011$6.99
- J-Pole (11m)$6.99
- J-Pole (20m)$6.99
- Log Book MBP003$6.99
- DX-Monitor MBP008$6.99
- Waterfall MBP002$6.99
- Antenna Selector MBP004$6.99
- Antenna Rotator MBP005$6.99
- Oscilloscope MBP006$6.99
- DX-Cluster MBP010$6.99
- 8-Band Omni Whip (10-40m)$6.99
- J-Pole (10m)$6.99
- G5RV East-West (10-160m)$6.99
- Moxon (20m)$14.99
- Moxon (12m)$14.99
- Moxon (17m)$14.99
- Moxon (10m)$14.99
- Moxon (11m)$14.99
- Bruce Array (60m)$24.99
- Bruce Array (80m)$24.99
- VU2NSB Dangler (20,17, 12,10m)$29.99
- HamSphere Subscription$29.99
Engution
No in-app purchases
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