Comparison

HamFinder vs SmartMTR for FlexRadio

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

Head to head
About

HamFinder

Features
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HamFinder is a simple daily utility for U.S. amateur radio operators. Look up a callsign, read its public FCC license details, and keep useful operator profiles close at hand. Search and profiles - Look up U.S. callsigns using CALLOOK. - View the operator name, license class, grid square, mailing address, and license dates when available. - Open the public FCC record or QRZ profile. - Copy a callsign, share a profile summary, or open the location in Apple Maps. Your contacts - Save operator profiles for future reference. - Add private notes and tags directly on an operator profile. - Search saved contacts by callsign, name, notes, or tags. - See saved FCC mailing locations on a contact map. iOS conveniences - Find saved contacts through Spotlight. - Use the Open Callsign and Operator Name actions in Shortcuts. - Add a configurable Quick Callsign Home Screen widget for one-tap lookup. - Enjoy a clear search bar in both light and dark mode. Saved profiles and notes remain on your device. A network connection is needed for new lookups, address resolution, and map imagery. No account, radio hardware, subscription, or in-app purchase is required. HamFinder uses public FCC records supplied by CALLOOK and is not affiliated with the FCC. Displayed locations are FCC mailing locations and may not be an operator's actual station or current position. Requires iOS 26 or later.

About

SmartMTR for FlexRadio

Transform your iOS device into a precise S-meter and control panel for FlexRadio transceivers. Monitor signal levels, adjust DSP filters, and control radio functions with intuitive gestures. Includes a demo mode for exploration.

Highlights
  • Precision S-meter with arc-band indicator
  • Dual-slice display for simultaneous monitoring
  • TX meters for RF Power, SWR, and Compression
  • Intuitive swipe gestures for radio control
  • Comprehensive DSP filter adjustments
  • Demo mode for exploration
Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a precision S-meter and control panel for your FlexRadio 6000 or 8000 series transceiver. SmartMTR connects to your radio over the local network and displays real-time signal levels on a sweeping arc indicator with smooth ballistic animation. Monitor two slices at once, control your radio with intuitive swipe gestures, and fine-tune DSP filters — all from your iOS device. PRECISION S-METER - Arc-band indicator with realistic ballistics — fast attack, slow decay - Dual-slice display: Slice A and Slice B shown simultaneously - S1 to S9+60 dB scale with accurate dBm readout - Signal extremes tracking with adjustable time window - 30-second signal history chart TX METERS - RF Power gauge (120W or 600W scale) - SWR meter - Compression meter - Mic level meter RADIO CONTROL - Tune frequency with swipe gestures — MHz, kHz, and Hz - Switch modes: CW, LSB, USB, AM, FM, NFM - Select RX and TX antennas - Adjust RX filter width - Band stacking with per-slice memory DSP FILTERS - Squelch and volume control - AGC mode and threshold - Noise blankers: NB, WNB - Noise reduction: NR, NRL, NRS, NRF, RNN - Notch filters: ANF, ANFL, ANFT WORKS WITH - FlexRadio 6000 or 8000 series Requires a FlexRadio transceiver on the same local network. Try the built-in demo mode to explore the app without a radio. Terms of Use: https://smartmtr.net/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://smartmtr.net/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

HamFinder3 screens
SmartMTR for FlexRadio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HamFinder at none against SmartMTR for FlexRadio's 1. SmartMTR for FlexRadio's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 9 months). 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. SmartMTR for FlexRadio sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. HamFinder asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HamFinder ships an update every 9 months, SmartMTR for FlexRadio every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HamFinder versus SmartMTR for FlexRadio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHamFinderSmartMTR for FlexRadio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS26.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBenjamin FaershteinDariusz Socha

In-app purchases

None

HamFinder

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

SmartMTR for FlexRadio

Subscriptions1
  • SmartMTR7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is HamFinder free?
HamFinder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartMTR for FlexRadio free?
SmartMTR for FlexRadio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HamFinder or SmartMTR for FlexRadio have ads?
Neither HamFinder nor SmartMTR for FlexRadio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HamFinder or SmartMTR for FlexRadio?
HamFinder ships an update every 9 months, and SmartMTR for FlexRadio every 5 weeks. Most recently, HamFinder was updated on October 12, 2026 and SmartMTR for FlexRadio on October 1, 2026.

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