Comparison

PSKReporter Client 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

PSKReporter Client

Visualize real-time digital radio reception reports on an interactive world map. Understand propagation patterns, band conditions, and compare your station's performance against others globally. Ideal for amateur radio enthusiasts seeking to optimize their setups and identify new contacts.

Highlights
  • Real-time reception reports on a world map
  • Digital mode activity visualization
  • Band condition indicators
  • Greyline and twilight propagation analysis
  • DXCC tracking
  • Station performance benchmarking
  • Grid-based exploration
Features
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Explore FT8, FT4, and other digital mode reception reports on an interactive world map. Instantly see where your signals are being heard and which stations you are receiving using real, publicly available reception data. Watch digital activity unfold globally with intuitive visual feedback: • Real time reception reports plotted geographically • Switch between I Heard Rx, Heard Me Tx, and Grid based views • Visualize propagation paths, distance, and bearing • Density visualization reveals propagation hotspots and patterns Designed to make complex propagation behavior immediately understandable. Band Conditions at a Glance Understand band activity instantly: • Traffic light indicators showing band status Active, Moderate, Quiet • Detailed per band activity metrics • Live band condition list with spots, transmitters, and receivers • Band activity graphs showing propagation trends over time Pro A fast and practical way to decide which band to operate. Greyline and Propagation Intelligence Go beyond simple day and night propagation with advanced twilight analysis: • Identify contacts occurring in daylight, night, or twilight • Detect paths crossing the greyline • Compare SNR and distance performance between propagation modes • Greyline Gain Index to evaluate twilight performance versus full daylight • Per band greyline statistics Understand not only where contacts occur, but why they occur. DXCC Tracking Pro Import your ADIF log and automatically detect unworked DXCC entities appearing in your current view. Even when your station is off the air, monitor activity in your grid and see if nearby operators are hearing or working countries you do not yet have. Identify real propagation opportunities and react faster when new DXCC becomes active. Benchmark Your Station Performance Pro Measure how your station performs compared to others in your grid. The Benchmarking view analyzes recent activity and compares it with nearby active stations: • Compare unique stations, distance, and SNR • View percentile ranking versus local peers • Understand whether your reach is above or below average • Distribution charts and leaderboard views • Works in both I Heard Rx and Heard Me Tx modes • Band and time window aware analysis Ideal for testing antennas, optimizing setups, and evaluating real world performance. Grid Based Exploration Go beyond individual callsigns with geographic insights: • Search and explore activity using Maidenhead grid squares • Grid View map showing stations active within your grid • Grid based statistics and charts • Compare propagation behavior across regions Ideal for studying regional propagation patterns and band openings. Advanced Statistics and Analytics PSKReporter delivers deep, band aware insights: • Statistics adapt to Callsign, Heard, and Grid views • Per band graphs and distributions • Signal to noise ratio SNR analysis • Distance and activity distributions • Band specific trends and comparisons Turn raw reception data into actionable propagation intelligence. Signal Aware Visualization Reception reports are color coded by signal to noise ratio SNR, reflecting real world digital mode performance including weak signals that still decode successfully. Powerful Filtering • Filter by band, time window, and SNR • Reduce noise in busy conditions • Tailor the view to your operating style PSKReporter Pro - Real Time and Advanced Features Upgrade to PSKReporter Pro to unlock: • Real time MQTT streaming with no polling delay • Benchmarking and station performance ranking • Band activity graphs and advanced analytics • Grid search and advanced grid analysis • Enhanced greyline statistics and visualizations • DXCC tracking with ADIF import and live new entity detection. Note PSKReporter is an independent client that visualizes publicly available reception data and is not affiliated with or endorsed by PSKReporter.info.

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

PSKReporter Client4 screens
SmartMTR for FlexRadio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SmartMTR for FlexRadio at 100% against PSKReporter Client's 0%. SmartMTR for FlexRadio also leads on rating (4.0 vs 1.0). PSKReporter Client's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, 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. PSKReporter Client sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and SmartMTR for FlexRadio sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartMTR for FlexRadio holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of PSKReporter Client's written reviews are positive against 100% of SmartMTR for FlexRadio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PSKReporter Client ships an update every 4 days, SmartMTR for FlexRadio every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
PSKReporter Client versus SmartMTR for FlexRadio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPSKReporter ClientSmartMTR for FlexRadio
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS26.226.2
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVasco BarreirosDariusz Socha

Customer experience

PSKReporter Client

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

SmartMTR for FlexRadio

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PSKReporter Client

One-time1
  • PSK Reporter Pro$4.99
1 purchases

SmartMTR for FlexRadio

Subscriptions1
  • SmartMTR7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is PSKReporter Client free?
PSKReporter Client is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SmartMTR for FlexRadio free?
SmartMTR for FlexRadio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PSKReporter Client or SmartMTR for FlexRadio?
SmartMTR for FlexRadio is rated higher. PSKReporter Client averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while SmartMTR for FlexRadio averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do PSKReporter Client or SmartMTR for FlexRadio have ads?
Neither PSKReporter Client nor SmartMTR for FlexRadio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PSKReporter Client or SmartMTR for FlexRadio?
PSKReporter Client ships an update every 4 days, and SmartMTR for FlexRadio every 5 weeks. Most recently, PSKReporter Client was updated on October 25, 2026 and SmartMTR for FlexRadio on October 1, 2026.

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