Comparison

FT Ham vs EV

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

Head to head
About

FT Ham

Decode and transmit FT8/FT4 amateur radio signals directly from your mobile device. Features real-time decoding, automatic QSO sequencing, and an integrated logbook with ADIF export. All processing is done offline and locally on your device.

Highlights
  • Real-time FT8/FT4 decoding
  • Offline audio transmission
  • Automatic QSO sequencing
  • Live waterfall display
  • Integrated logbook with ADIF export
  • Customizable message composer
Features
Read full description

FT Ham – FT8/FT4 Decoder & Audio Transmitter for Amateur Radio FT Ham puts a complete FT8/FT4 decoder and audio encoder/transmitter in your pocket. Decode, reply, and log QSOs directly from your iPhone — all in real time, fully offline. What the app does for you: - Live Waterfall: frequency vs time spectrogram with color intensity and vertical labels for each decoded signal. - Real-time Decoding: receive FT8 and FT4 audio via microphone or connected audio interface and see callsigns, reports, and SNR instantly. - Transmit (Encode & Play): generate FT8/FT4 audio for CQ, reports, RRR, and 73, aligned to correct UTC slots and played through speaker or radio interface. - Auto QSO Sequencing: detects CQ, prepares replies, respects UTC timing and even/odd cycles, retries if needed, and can complete QSOs automatically. - Manual Control Always Available: full manual message selection and intervention at any point. - Predefined Messages & Composer: CQ, DX→ME, reports, RRR, and 73 — automatically filled with your callsign and locator, fully customizable. - Logbook & ADIF Export: automatically log completed QSOs and export to standard ADIF for external logging software. - Contact Map: visualize logged QSOs and geographic coverage in a single view. Privacy & Safety: - All decoding and signal processing runs entirely on your device. No internet connection required. - FT Ham does not collect or share personal data. All settings and logs remain local on your device. - Audio output may be connected to external radios; always comply with local amateur radio regulations. - Payments are handled by Apple or third-party services; FT Ham never receives payment details. Legal & Licenses: - FT Ham code is released under the MIT License. - Third-party library licenses are included in-app.

About

EV

Features
Read full description

EV-BOY Pulse helps EV drivers turn supported on-board diagnostic data into clear, practical guidance. Built and validated first for Nissan LEAF and BMW i3, it helps you understand battery condition, 12V behaviour and stored fault codes without having to interpret a wall of raw numbers. BATTERY VERDICT, WITH CONTEXT See a plain-English battery verdict alongside supported battery-health readings, state of charge, usable-capacity estimates and cell-balance context. Reading confidence helps you judge whether a result is ready to rely on or whether a better test condition may improve it. 12V SYSTEM CHECK Use guided readings to check the auxiliary 12V system. EV-BOY Pulse shows collection progress, a stable reading and clear next-step guidance when a result may deserve further attention. FAULT CODES EXPLAINED Scan supported stored diagnostic trouble codes and view a plain-English explanation, severity indication and sensible next step. Focus on what to investigate rather than a wall of technical codes. MADE FOR NISSAN LEAF AND BMW i3 FIRST Nissan LEAF and BMW i3 are the first fully validated vehicle profiles. Further EV profiles will be added only as they are validated. WHAT YOU NEED EV-BOY Pulse requires a compatible Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) OBD adapter and a supported vehicle for live diagnostic readings. Adapter compatibility and available data can vary by vehicle, model year and connection quality. IMPORTANT EV-BOY Pulse provides model-based diagnostic guidance from on-board data. It is not a manufacturer inspection, safety certification, warranty decision or repair guarantee. For safety-critical, persistent or urgent vehicle faults, obtain professional diagnosis.

Screenshots

FT Ham4 screens
EV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EV at none against FT Ham's 4. FT Ham's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. FT Ham sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. EV asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FT Ham ships an update every 5 days, EV every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FT Ham versus EV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFT HamEV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPABLO TURRION SAN PEDROEV-BOY LTD

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FT Ham

One-time4
  • Donation of 0.99 €$0.99
  • FT Ham premium access$1.99
  • Donation of 2,99 €$2.99
Show 1 more
  • Donation of 4,99 €$3.99
None

EV

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FT Ham free?
FT Ham is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EV free?
EV is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FT Ham or EV have ads?
Neither FT Ham nor EV shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FT Ham or EV?
FT Ham ships an update every 5 days, and EV every 3 weeks. Most recently, FT Ham was updated on October 20, 2026 and EV on October 28, 2026.

Other comparisons