Comparison

NinjaLock vs HAM Support

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

Head to head
About

NinjaLock

Features
Read full description

[NinjaLock Summary] This application provided by Linough Ltd. can be used for the “NinjaLock” smart lock device. Through the application, NinjaLock can be operated and its settings adjusted. [Preparations before use] To use the application, the smart lock device “NinjaLock” by Linough Ltd. is required. 【NinjaLock main features】 ▼Use your smartphone as a key! By attaching NinjaLock to the inside of your door (the thumb turn part of your lock), your existing smartphone can replace your key. ▼Invite your friends! By entering the telephone number of your friends on the “invitation” screen, you can transfer opening rights to other people. The opening rights can be set to specific time slots. ▼Various convenient features ! You can set various convenient features through the app, such as auto-lock function of the key after a specific time period, and the history of opening/closing.. [Price] Free [Note] This application requires Internet access. Please make sure to have a solid signal. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

About

HAM Support

This app helps amateur radio operators manage their contacts and logs. It offers features like station searching, QSO logging, QSL card reminders, and data export. Enjoy offline functionality and an ad-free experience for efficient radio operations.

Highlights
  • QRZ.com integration for station search
  • Comprehensive QSO log management
  • Automatic GPS data input
  • QSL card sending reminders
  • CSV & ADIF log export
  • Offline log viewing
Features
Read full description

All-in-One App for Amateur Radio Operators! Introducing HAM Support, a practical logging and operating companion for amateur radio enthusiasts. HAM Support helps you keep QSO logs, manage station details, and quickly look up useful information during operation. It is built for everyday QSOs, portable operation, and reviewing your radio activity later. Features - QRZ.com Lookup β Use your QRZ.com credentials to look up callsigns and view details such as QTH, country, Grid Locator, QSL manager, CQ/ITU zone, alias callsigns, and more. - iCloud Sync Sync QSO logs across your devices so your records stay up to date on iPhone and iPad. - Comprehensive QSO Log Management Record and search QSOs by callsign, name, frequency, mode, date, and more. You can also save rig, antenna, power, QTH, QSL, and contest information. - Automatic GPS Input Record operating location, altitude, weather, and position data. QTH details, Grid Locator, and regional codes help speed up logging in the field. - Automatic Distance Calculation with Your Contact HAM Support can calculate the distance to the other station from QTH information and show locations on a map. - QSL Card Management Manage pending and completed QSL cards. You can optionally show the number of pending QSLs as an app badge. Configure a front photo and your station information, then export front-and-back QSL cards as PDF files. Export cards individually or bundle selected cards into a ZIP file for saving, AirDrop, printing, and sharing through the system share sheet. - Address Book Automatically build an address book from your QSO history, then add contact details, notes, and profile images. - Statistics Review monthly and yearly QSO counts, frequent callsigns, QSO distances, QSL ratio, and operating locations on a map. - CSV & ADIF Import / Export Import and export QSO logs as CSV. ADI and ADX export, Turbo HAMLOG CSV import, and zLog-compatible CSV export are supported. - Radio & Antenna Presets Register frequently used rigs and antennas to make future log entry faster. - Operator Tools Use band plan checking, prefix lookup, regional-code search, and Japanese phonetic table conversion. - Morse Code Tool Decode International and Japanese Morse code from microphone input or audio files. Generate Morse audio from text with selectable WPM and tone frequency, and play it through sound or the camera flash. Paddle, straight-key, and simple two-button input modes are available for practice and analysis. Morse actions are also available through Shortcuts and system-wide keyboard extensions. - Blacklist Feature Flag callsigns you want to avoid and receive a warning when creating a new QSO log with those stations. - Spotlight, Apple Intelligence, and Shortcuts Make QSO logs easier to find through Spotlight and Apple Intelligence-related features. Shortcuts can open a new QSO log, convert Japanese text to the Japanese phonetic table, decode Morse audio, or generate a Morse audio file from text. Why Use HAM Support? - Offline Functionality Saved logs can be viewed and managed offline, making this app reliable even in remote locations. - User-Friendly Interface for All Experience Levels With a simple, practical UI, HAM Support is comfortable for beginners and experienced operators alike. - Ad-Free with Basic Functions Available Free of Charge No ads to interrupt your operation. Some advanced features may require a subscription. Terms of Use https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NinjaLock4 screens
HAM Support4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NinjaLock at none against HAM Support's 3. NinjaLock also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). HAM Support's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. HAM Support sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. NinjaLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NinjaLock ships an update every 2 months, HAM Support every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
NinjaLock versus HAM Support: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNinjaLockHAM Support
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB136 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLinough Inc.Yuri HARUNA

In-app purchases

None

NinjaLock

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

HAM Support

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Buy a coffee to developer$0.99

Questions

Is NinjaLock free?
NinjaLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HAM Support free?
HAM Support is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NinjaLock or HAM Support have ads?
Neither NinjaLock nor HAM Support shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NinjaLock or HAM Support?
NinjaLock ships an update every 2 months, and HAM Support every 2 weeks. Most recently, NinjaLock was updated on September 19, 2026 and HAM Support on September 8, 2026.

Other comparisons