# HAM QuickLog vs iFTx

The clearest difference is rating: HAM QuickLog at 5.0 against iFTx's 4.2. HAM QuickLog also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 6 months) and review sentiment (92% vs 72%). iFTx's advantage is ratings volume (70 vs 1) and chart position (#62 vs #197). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

HAM QuickLog costs $2.99 and iFTx $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

HAM QuickLog holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iFTx has 70 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of HAM QuickLog's written reviews are positive against 72% of iFTx's.

HAM QuickLog ships an update every 5 weeks, iFTx every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HAM QuickLog | iFTx |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | **$1.99** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-quicklog/id939665753/reviews)** | [4.2 (70 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iftx/id6446093115/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **70** |
| Positive reviews | **91.7% of reviews** | 71.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #197 | **#62** |
| Size | 63 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mircules](https://appshunter.io/developer/595659821) | [Christoph Nadig](https://appshunter.io/developer/1275170431) |

## What reviewers say

### HAM QuickLog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ham-quicklog/id939665753)

**Currently charting:** #197 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app offers rapid logging for amateur radio operators, featuring customizable templates and offline tools. It allows for direct logging on mobile devices, eliminating the need for later transcription, and can generate printable PDF logs.

**Highlights:** Lightning-fast contact logging, Purpose-built logging templates, Offline utility tools, Home screen widget, PDF log creation, ADIF import/export, One-tap callsign lookup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### iFTx

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iftx/id6446093115)

**Currently charting:** #62 Top Paid · Utilities (US App Store)

This app enables seamless communication using FT8 and FT4 digital modes directly from your iOS device. Enjoy portable digital connections, effortless operation with a user-friendly interface, and reliable performance for global contact.

**Highlights:** FT8 and FT4 digital modes, Portable digital communication, Global operator connections, User-friendly interface, Integrated QSO logging

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HAM QuickLog free?

HAM QuickLog costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iFTx free?

iFTx costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, HAM QuickLog or iFTx?

HAM QuickLog is rated higher. HAM QuickLog averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while iFTx averages 4.2 from 70 ratings.

### Do HAM QuickLog or iFTx have ads?

Neither HAM QuickLog nor iFTx shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, HAM QuickLog or iFTx?

HAM QuickLog ships an update every 5 weeks, and iFTx every 6 months. Most recently, HAM QuickLog was updated on September 22, 2026 and iFTx on September 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, HAM QuickLog or iFTx?

HAM QuickLog currently peaks at #197 in the App Store charts, and iFTx at #62. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*
