Comparison

Packet Commander vs GLBViewer by YH

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

Head to head
About

Packet Commander

This app provides a classic terminal experience for packet radio communication on mobile devices. It offers powerful terminal features, smart connection management, and real-time over-the-air traffic monitoring. It's designed for amateur radio operators to connect with nodes, BBS, and decode traffic.

Highlights
  • Full-screen terminal for packet nodes and BBS
  • Classic color themes and adjustable layout
  • YAPP protocol support for file transfers
  • Location-aware digipeater routing
  • Seamless iCloud sync
  • Over-the-air traffic decoding
  • Auto-discovery of TNCs
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Packet Commander brings a classic terminal experience for packet radio to your iPhone or iPad. Try it free. The download includes 5 full connection sessions so you can explore the features and confirm compatibility before purchasing. After that, a purchase is required to continue connecting. Note: An amateur radio license is required to operate on the air. Powerful Terminal • Full-screen terminal for interacting with packet nodes and BBS over amateur radio • Classic color themes inspired by iconic computers • Adjustable fonts and layout for readability and screen efficiency • YAPP protocol support for file transfers • Dictation-ready for composing messages hands-free • Smart filename selection — double tap to highlight and copy Smarter Packet Connections • Location-aware digipeater routing: automatically recalls the last-used path at each location • Seamless iCloud sync for nodes and digipeaters across all your devices • Compatible with popular packet node software including BPQ32, URONode, and others Over-the-Air Monitor Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format. • Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for • Search by address or content • Export the log to a file for later analysis Works with the Gear You Love • Auto-discovery of Bluetooth and TCP TNCs, including Dire Wolf on DigiPi • Automatic frequency set/restore on supported radios • Built-in, high-performance 1200 baud AFSK software modem • Optimized for VHF/UHF packet at both 1200 and 9600 baud Compatible with the Following Radios and TNCs: Radios with Built-in TNCs (Auto-sets and restores frequency on those radios) · BTECH UV-PRO, UV-50PRO · VERO VR-N76, VR-N7600 · RADIODITY GA-5WB, DB50-B · Kenwood TH-D74*, TH-D75* · PicoAPRS V4 *Requires B.B. Link Bluetooth adapter Portable KISS TNCs · Mobilinkd TNC3, TNC4 · LiNK500 TNC · DigiPi · Dire Wolf Software TNC Audio Interfaces (Using built-in software modem) · Digirig Lite · Digirig VOX PTT Cable · AIOC (All-In-One Cable) Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

GLBViewer by YH

Features
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GLBViewer is a lightweight, fast, and intuitive 3D model viewer designed for 3D designers, developers, and enthusiasts. 【Key Features】 • Wide Support for Multiple 3D Formats: Supports GLB, GLTF, OBJ, STL, FBX, DAE, 3DS, GCODE, 3MF, and other formats. • 100% Local Secure Rendering: All model file parsing and rendering are performed locally on your device, without uploading to any server, strictly protecting your personal and model data privacy. • Smooth Gesture Controls: Supports single-finger rotation, two-finger zoom and pan, adaptive model centering, and view reset. • Rich Display and Control Functions: Provides holographic images, wireframe mode, background color switching, animation playback, and slice preview. • Clean and Intuitive Interface: No complicated settings; simply open the file to immediately enjoy a smooth 3D preview experience. 【Applicable Scenarios】 - 3D modeling and print preview - AR/VR asset inspection - Quick viewing of game and interactive multimedia resources

Screenshots

Packet Commander4 screens
GLBViewer by YH4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GLBViewer by YH at none against Packet Commander's 2. GLBViewer by YH also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.2). Packet Commander's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price 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

Both are free to download. Packet Commander sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per year. GLBViewer by YH asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Packet Commander versus GLBViewer by YH: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPacket CommanderGLBViewer by YH
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (48 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings48 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIsland Magic Co.Yihang Huang

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Packet Commander

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Subscription$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • One-Time Purchase$24.99
None

GLBViewer by YH

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Packet Commander free?
Packet Commander is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GLBViewer by YH free?
GLBViewer by YH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Packet Commander or GLBViewer by YH have ads?
GLBViewer by YH shows ads; Packet Commander does not.

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