Comparison

HAM Support vs ShinkansenView

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

Head to head
About

HAM Support

This app helps amateur radio operators manage their contacts and logs. It offers features like station searching, QSO logging, QSL card reminders, and data export. Enjoy offline functionality and an ad-free experience for efficient radio operations.

Highlights
  • QRZ.com integration for station search
  • Comprehensive QSO log management
  • Automatic GPS data input
  • QSL card sending reminders
  • CSV & ADIF log export
  • Offline log viewing
Features
Read full description

All-in-One App for Amateur Radio Operators! Introducing HAM Support, a practical logging and operating companion for amateur radio enthusiasts. HAM Support helps you keep QSO logs, manage station details, and quickly look up useful information during operation. It is built for everyday QSOs, portable operation, and reviewing your radio activity later. Features - QRZ.com Lookup Ξ² Use your QRZ.com credentials to look up callsigns and view details such as QTH, country, Grid Locator, QSL manager, CQ/ITU zone, alias callsigns, and more. - iCloud Sync Sync QSO logs across your devices so your records stay up to date on iPhone and iPad. - Comprehensive QSO Log Management Record and search QSOs by callsign, name, frequency, mode, date, and more. You can also save rig, antenna, power, QTH, QSL, and contest information. - Automatic GPS Input Record operating location, altitude, weather, and position data. QTH details, Grid Locator, and regional codes help speed up logging in the field. - Automatic Distance Calculation with Your Contact HAM Support can calculate the distance to the other station from QTH information and show locations on a map. - QSL Card Management Manage pending and completed QSL cards. You can optionally show the number of pending QSLs as an app badge. Configure a front photo and your station information, then export front-and-back QSL cards as PDF files. Export cards individually or bundle selected cards into a ZIP file for saving, AirDrop, printing, and sharing through the system share sheet. - Address Book Automatically build an address book from your QSO history, then add contact details, notes, and profile images. - Statistics Review monthly and yearly QSO counts, frequent callsigns, QSO distances, QSL ratio, and operating locations on a map. - CSV & ADIF Import / Export Import and export QSO logs as CSV. ADI and ADX export, Turbo HAMLOG CSV import, and zLog-compatible CSV export are supported. - Radio & Antenna Presets Register frequently used rigs and antennas to make future log entry faster. - Operator Tools Use band plan checking, prefix lookup, regional-code search, and Japanese phonetic table conversion. - Morse Code Tool Decode International and Japanese Morse code from microphone input or audio files. Generate Morse audio from text with selectable WPM and tone frequency, and play it through sound or the camera flash. Paddle, straight-key, and simple two-button input modes are available for practice and analysis. Morse actions are also available through Shortcuts and system-wide keyboard extensions. - Blacklist Feature Flag callsigns you want to avoid and receive a warning when creating a new QSO log with those stations. - Spotlight, Apple Intelligence, and Shortcuts Make QSO logs easier to find through Spotlight and Apple Intelligence-related features. Shortcuts can open a new QSO log, convert Japanese text to the Japanese phonetic table, decode Morse audio, or generate a Morse audio file from text. Why Use HAM Support? - Offline Functionality Saved logs can be viewed and managed offline, making this app reliable even in remote locations. - User-Friendly Interface for All Experience Levels With a simple, practical UI, HAM Support is comfortable for beginners and experienced operators alike. - Ad-Free with Basic Functions Available Free of Charge No ads to interrupt your operation. Some advanced features may require a subscription. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShinkansenView

Features
Read full description

Know the "now" of the Shinkansen on a map! ShinkansenView displays approximate train positions based on standard timetables. Tap a train to see its timetable. Perfect for travelers and railway fans! [Main Features] - Near real-time map display: Check Shinkansen trains across Japan in near real time, color-coded by type. - Detailed train info: Tap an icon for train name, number, current status, next station, etc. - Real-time timetable: View all stops and scheduled times to see where the train is running or stopping now. - Multilingual support: Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, with easy in-app switching. - Route filter: Choose lines like Tokaido, Sanyo, Tohoku, Hokuriku, etc. - Customizable time: Set any date/time to simulate past or future operations. - Easy operation: Intuitive interface; search trains from a list and see their location on the map instantly. [Recommended For] - Shinkansen trip or business travel planners - Railway fans wanting more than basic transfer info - Overseas visitors curious about Japan’s rail system - Families who want to enjoy Shinkansen with kids Experience a more convenient, more exciting Shinkansen journey with ShinkansenView! Download now and feel the dynamism of Japan’s main artery! *Note: Position/timetable data is calculated from public timetables and may differ from actual operation. Delay info not supported.*

Screenshots

HAM Support4 screens
ShinkansenView3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShinkansenView at none against HAM Support's 3. HAM Support's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. HAM Support sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ShinkansenView asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HAM Support ships an update every 2 weeks, ShinkansenView monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
HAM Support versus ShinkansenView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHAM SupportShinkansenView
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviewsβ€”
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks β€” betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
MonetizationFreemiumβ€”
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size136 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuri HARUNAYUUSUKE HARASAWA

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HAM Support

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Buy a coffee to developer$0.99
None

ShinkansenView

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HAM Support free?
HAM Support is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShinkansenView free?
ShinkansenView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HAM Support or ShinkansenView have ads?
Neither HAM Support nor ShinkansenView shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HAM Support or ShinkansenView?
HAM Support ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShinkansenView monthly. Most recently, HAM Support was updated on September 8, 2026 and ShinkansenView on September 19, 2026.

Other comparisons