Comparison

DBHamPlot vs APRSKit

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

Head to head
About

DBHamPlot

Calculate distance and bearing between two locations using Maidenhead grid squares. This tool is designed for amateur radio operators to easily determine proximity and direction to other hams, featuring an interactive map for pinpointing locations and identifying grid areas.

Highlights
  • Compute distance and bearing
  • Maidenhead location input
  • Map display with annotations
  • Identify six-digit grid areas
  • Interactive map for location pinpointing
  • User-added annotation removal
Features
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Compute distance and bearing using Maidenhead location. This was originally intended for use by amateur radio operators who participate in microwave communications however it can be used by any ham in order to determine a distance and bearing to another radio amateur. This version specifically for the iPad provides map and controls all on one screen. The larger map area over both iPhone versions should prove helpful. You get a map of the source and target along with a pin annotation and an overlay identifying the six-digit grid area. If a user touches an empty location on the screen for one second a new annotation is added at that spot identifying the grid. Any user-added annotations are removed if a new source or target are entered. This feature is great because you can zoom in on a location, touch the screen, and get a 6 digit grid; this is especially handy when your microwave buddy pulls over to the side of the road to make a contact with you (or someone else) but he/she has no idea what their grid square is.

About

APRSKit

Transform your iPhone into a live APRS station for amateur radio operators. Share real-time location data directly to the APRS-IS network with customizable settings and map integration.

Highlights
  • Live GPS location sharing
  • Direct APRS-IS server integration
  • Broadcast with custom callsign
  • View nearby stations on map
  • Customizable SSID, icon, and comment
  • Adjustable location update intervals
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a live APRS station! APRSKit is a lightweight and modern iOS application designed for amateur radio operators to send real-time location data directly to the APRS-IS network using your iPhone. Key Features: - Live GPS location sharing - Direct APRS-IS server integration - Broadcast with your own callsign - View nearby stations on the map - Customize SSID, icon, and comment - Adjustable location update intervals - Sleek UI with Apple Maps integration - Optimized for speed and battery life Stay connected with the APRS community wherever you go. APRSKit brings powerful tracking and sharing features right to your fingertips. - Be a part of the APRS world – now mobile and simple!

Screenshots

APRSKit3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: DBHamPlot at Free against APRSKit's $4.99. DBHamPlot also leads on iOS requirement (9.1 vs 17). APRSKit's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 42 months). On ads, in-app purchases 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

DBHamPlot is free to download; APRSKit costs $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DBHamPlot ships an update every 42 months, APRSKit fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DBHamPlot versus APRSKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDBHamPlotAPRSKit
PriceFree — better$4.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 42 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS9.1 — better17
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThomas SullivanUgur Altinsoy

Customer experience

DBHamPlot

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

APRSKit

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DBHamPlot

No in-app purchases

None

APRSKit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DBHamPlot free?
DBHamPlot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is APRSKit free?
APRSKit costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do DBHamPlot or APRSKit have ads?
Neither DBHamPlot nor APRSKit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DBHamPlot or APRSKit?
DBHamPlot ships an update every 42 months, and APRSKit fortnightly. Most recently, DBHamPlot was updated on October 10, 2026 and APRSKit on October 5, 2026.

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