Comparison

Hive vs NEPTUNE amplifier control

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

Head to head
About

Hive

Features
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The HIVE-1000 receiver offers the latest technology. The receiver has built-in Bluetooth that allows allows direct communication with the HIVE-1000 mobile app for simple management of settings and transmitter pairing.   The receiver supports simultaneous dual-frequency operation at 318 MHz and 433 MHz, offering broad compatibility and flexibility.   Key Features: Bluetooth-enabled app for easy receiver management and transmitter pairingSimultaneous dual-frequency operation: 318 MHz and 433 MHzSupports up to 1,024 transmitters (512 at each frequency)Compatible with most 318 MHz protocols and Keeloq® hopping code security

About

NEPTUNE amplifier control

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NEPTUNE amplifier control. Tailored for radio amateurs, this app enables control of your NEPTUNE amplifier via TCP using its IP address and port. Monitor real-time status and switch between transmit and receive modes effortlessly. Key features: * TCP connection * Real-time status monitoring * Remote control Note: Requires a NEPTUNE amplifier and a PIN code for access. Contact the amplifier manufacturer for PIN code details. Download now! For support, visit: www.60dbm.com

Screenshots

Hive4 screens
NEPTUNE amplifier control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Hive at 13.0 against NEPTUNE amplifier control's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Hive versus NEPTUNE amplifier control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHiveNEPTUNE amplifier control
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTransmitter Solutions LLCPavlo Glazunov

In-app purchases

None

Hive

No in-app purchases

None

NEPTUNE amplifier control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hive free?
Hive is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NEPTUNE amplifier control free?
NEPTUNE amplifier control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hive or NEPTUNE amplifier control have ads?
Neither Hive nor NEPTUNE amplifier control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hive or NEPTUNE amplifier control?
Hive ships an update every 3 months, and NEPTUNE amplifier control every 3 months. Most recently, Hive was updated on October 28, 2026 and NEPTUNE amplifier control on October 25, 2026.

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