Comparison

Collapse Survivor vs HamRadar

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

Head to head
About

Collapse Survivor

This app provides essential offline information and real-time alerts for emergencies. Access a vast offline database of knowledge and stay informed about potential threats to ensure you are prepared for any disaster.

Highlights
  • Offline Wikipedia access
  • Real-time threat alerts
  • Curated preparedness news
  • Emergency information database
  • Survival strategies
Features
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On January 14, 2026, a massive core failure took down the Verizon network. Millions of phones were suddenly stuck in "SOS" mode, and communication across major US cities ground to a halt. When the cell towers fail and the internet goes dark, who do you rely on? If the grid goes down for good, will you be ready? Your Digital Go-Bag Collapse Survivor is built for reality, not paranoia. We live in a world where infrastructure is fragile—whether it's from software glitches, severe winter storms, or geopolitical tensions. When the unexpected happens, you need reliable, accessible information right in your pocket. Whether you are a seasoned prepper or just someone who wants to protect their family during the next major blackout, Collapse Survivor is the ultimate offline survival tool. Key Features Include: The Entirety of Wikipedia, Offline (NEW!): Carry the sum of human knowledge in your pocket. From medical first aid and water purification to agricultural techniques and engineering—access millions of critical articles without needing a single bar of cell service or Wi-Fi. Real-Time Threat Alerts: When the grid is up, stay one step ahead of the curve. Receive immediate push notifications on network outages, extreme weather, and local emergencies so you are never caught off guard. Curated Preparedness News: Skip the panic and the doomscrolling. Access a rational, up-to-date feed of survival strategies, tactical news, and resilience planning to keep your skills sharp. Why Choose Collapse Survivor? We believe that true preparedness is about practical readiness, not fear-mongering. Having total access to human history, science, and survival techniques when the lights go out isn't just an advantage—it's essential. Download Collapse Survivor today, secure your offline database, and never get caught in the dark again. Try it out with a free 7 day trial! This is an automated message. The review of this submission cannot proceed. See below for more information. The submission offers auto-renewable subscriptions but does not include a functional link to the Terms of Use (EULA) in the app's metadata. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

HamRadar

Instantly find and connect to amateur radio repeaters with a comprehensive database and an aircraft-style radar interface. View detailed information for over 62,000 active repeaters across all U.S. states, with offline access and Apple Watch complications.

Highlights
  • Offline repeater database
  • Aircraft-style radar sweep
  • Integrated compass
  • Configurable scan range
  • List view sorted by distance
  • Apple Watch complications
Features
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HamRadar makes finding and connecting to amateur radio repeaters a breeze. Instantly see nearby repeaters at a glance—online or offline. The app includes a database of over 62,000 active repeaters across all 50 U.S. states. Every listing provides: Callsign Frequency CTCSS/PL tone Distance & direction from your location HamRadar features an aircraft-style radar sweep animation with integrated compass bezel, configurable scan range up to 25 miles, list view sorted by distance, and Apple Watch complications showing nearby repeater count, frequency, tone, direction, and distance. Perfect for mobile operators, hikers, travelers, and anyone needing fast situational awareness of local repeater activity. Subscription & Free Trial Information HamRadar offers an optional HamRadar Annual Subscription, which unlocks full access after the trial period. Title: HamRadar Annual Subscription Length: 1 year (auto-renewing) Price: $9.99 per year Free Trial: Try all features at no cost during the trial period. After the trial ends, your subscription will automatically begin unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial expires. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase (or after the trial ends if applicable). Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy & Terms By using HamRadar, you agree to our policies: Privacy Policy: https://www.gridbase.net/pages/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Collapse Survivor4 screens
HamRadar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: HamRadar at daily against Collapse Survivor's every 9 days. Collapse Survivor's advantage is rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (24 vs 5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Collapse Survivor sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and HamRadar sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Collapse Survivor holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 5 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Collapse Survivor's written reviews are positive against 67% of HamRadar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Collapse Survivor ships an update every 9 days, HamRadar daily. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Collapse Survivor versus HamRadar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCollapse SurvivorHamRadar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (24 ratings) — better4.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings24 — better5
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB16 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperCollapse SurvivorJacob Knight

Customer experience

Collapse Survivor

All ratings24 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

HamRadar

All ratings5 ratings
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Collapse Survivor

Subscriptions10
  • Premium (1 month free trial)7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Basic (Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
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  • Basic (Yearly)7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • Premium (Monthly)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Premium+ Monthly (Monthly)7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Premium+ Yearly$149.001 Year
  • Premium+ Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$304.991 Year
1 purchases

HamRadar

Subscriptions1
  • United States$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Collapse Survivor free?
Collapse Survivor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HamRadar free?
HamRadar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Collapse Survivor or HamRadar?
Collapse Survivor is rated higher. Collapse Survivor averages 4.3 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while HamRadar averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Collapse Survivor or HamRadar have ads?
Neither Collapse Survivor nor HamRadar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Collapse Survivor or HamRadar?
Collapse Survivor ships an update every 9 days, and HamRadar daily. Most recently, Collapse Survivor was updated on October 15, 2026 and HamRadar on October 10, 2026.

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