Comparison

RS vs HAMRS Pro

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

Head to head
About

RS

This app expands D-STAR transceiver capabilities over the internet using Terminal or Access Point modes. It allows communication even outside of repeater range by routing signals through your device via cellular or Wi-Fi networks.

Highlights
  • Terminal mode for internet-based transceiver communication
  • Access Point mode to function as a Wireless LAN access point
  • Expands D-STAR capabilities beyond repeater range
  • Utilizes internet, LTE, or 5G networks for signal transmission
  • Requires public IP address for gateway operation
Features
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[Features] The RS-MS3I is an iPhone or iPad application designed to expand the DV mode capability of a D-STAR transceiver using a Terminal or an Access Point mode. These modes enable D-STAR operations by sending signals from the D-STAR transceiver over the Internet, even when that transceiver is out of the range of a D-STAR repeater. The transceiver sends your voice signals using an Internet, LTE, or 5G network, through an iPhone or iPad. 1. Terminal mode By operating the D-STAR transceiver through the iPhone or iPad, you can contact other D-STAR transceivers. In the Terminal mode, the transceiver will not transmit an RF signal, even if [PTT] is held down, because the microphone audio signal is transmitted through an Internet, LTE, or 5G network. 2. Access Point mode In this mode, the D-STAR transceiver functions as a Wireless LAN access point. The D-STAR transceiver repeats the received signal from the iPhone or iPad, to other D-STAR transceivers. Refer to the instruction manual (PDF) for setting details. The instruction manual can be downloaded from the ICOM website. (URL: https://www.icomjapan.com/support/manual/) [Device requirements] iOS15 or later [Usable transceivers] (As of March 2026) - ID-52A PLUS or ID-52E PLUS Note: - This application operates on iPhone or iPad as a gateway server on the D-STAR system. Therefore, a public IP address must be set on either the iPhone, iPad, or the Wireless LAN router. - Ask your mobile carrier or ISP for a public IP address. According to the contract, communication charges and/or communication packet limits may occur. - Ask your mobile carrier, ISP, or manufacturer of your iPhone, iPad, or router about public IP setting details. - Icom does not guarantee that the RS-MS3I works on all iPhone and iPad. It may not work properly, depending on the OS version, installed applications, or other reasons. - When a Bluetooth headset is connected to the transceiver, depending on the combination of your iPhone or iPad and the Bluetooth headset, sound may be interrupted, and communication may not be possible. In such cases, please disconnect the Bluetooth headset before use. - Turn OFF the Wireless LAN function when communicating through an LTE or 5G network. - Operate your transceiver with the RS-MS3I in compliance with appropriate regulations. - Icom recommends that you operate them with a club station license.

About

HAMRS Pro

This is a portable logging application designed for amateur radio enthusiasts participating in outdoor activities. It simplifies the process of recording contacts during events like POTA and SOTA.

Highlights
  • Portable logging
  • POTA support
  • SOTA support
  • Field Day logging
  • Simple interface
Features
Currently charting
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A simple amateur radio logger designed specifically for portable activities, like Parks on the Air (POTA), Summits on the Air (SOTA) Field Days, etc.

Screenshots

RS4 screens
HAMRS Pro3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RS at Free against HAMRS Pro's $1.99. HAMRS Pro's advantage is review sentiment (54% vs 14%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On ads, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

RS is free to download; HAMRS Pro costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HAMRS Pro holds the better App Store score, 3.2 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of RS's written reviews are positive against 54% of HAMRS Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RS ships an update every 4 months, HAMRS Pro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
RS versus HAMRS Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRSHAMRS Pro
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.0 (3 ratings)3.2 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews14.3% of reviews53.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings314 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#75 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperICOM INCORPORATEDCabin Interactive, LLC

Customer experience

RS

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive14.3%
Neutral14.3%
Negative71.4%

HAMRS Pro

All ratings14 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative46.2%

In-app purchases

None

RS

No in-app purchases

None

HAMRS Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RS free?
RS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HAMRS Pro free?
HAMRS Pro costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RS or HAMRS Pro?
HAMRS Pro is rated higher. RS averages 3.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while HAMRS Pro averages 3.2 from 14 ratings.
Do RS or HAMRS Pro have ads?
Neither RS nor HAMRS Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RS or HAMRS Pro?
RS ships an update every 4 months, and HAMRS Pro every 3 weeks. Most recently, RS was updated on October 20, 2026 and HAMRS Pro on October 16, 2026.

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