Best Amateur Radio Toolkit 2025 Apps

ECHOCAT - Ham Radio Remote

Remote ham rig control

$9.99

Control your amateur radio rig remotely from your iPhone or iPad. Connect to your shack computer from anywhere to operate various modes, track POTA/SOTA activations, and log contacts. Offers optional cloud subscription for enhanced features and syncing.

Ham Radio Toolbox

Tools for ham radio operators

Free

This app provides essential tools for amateur radio enthusiasts, including real-time propagation data, a DX cluster viewer, and a dipole calculator. It offers a streamlined interface for checking band conditions and planning communication strategies.

Ham Radio Prep

Ham Radio License Study App

Free

Prepare for your ham radio license exams with comprehensive study materials. Access video lessons, track your progress, and take practice tests designed to mirror the official FCC exams for all three license levels.

NetLogger Companion

For Amateur Radio Operators

Free

This application provides amateur radio operators with real-time situational awareness by displaying active nets and check-ins. It's a user-friendly tool for mobile and portable users needing quick access to operational information without a laptop.

Ham Radio US Band Plan

Frequency Guide and Handbook

Free

This app provides a comprehensive and user-friendly reference to the official US ham radio bands, including FCC rules and band-specific regulations. It's designed for hams of all license classes, offering visual charts and license-based plans for easy understanding of operating privileges. Useful for everyday operators, contesters, and emergency communications.

SolarPunk Ham Radio

Your Ham Radio Companion

Free

A mobile companion for ham radio operators, offering tools for logging QSOs, tracking POTA/COTA/SOTA activations, and managing DMR and APRS data. It also includes satellite tracking, repeater lists, band condition updates, and limited FT8/CQ decode/transmit capabilities.

HamSphere 5.0

Virtual Ham Radio Transceiver

Free

This virtual ham radio transceiver simulates HF bands from 10-160m, including 6m, 2m, and 70cm. It features USB, LSB, and CW modes, power settings, and built-in audio filters. Additional instruments can be unlocked via in-app purchases.

Radio Messenger

Off-grid messaging over radio

Free

Communicate off-grid using amateur radio frequencies. Send messages, files, photos, and locations without cellular service. Supports APRS and enhanced direct messaging modes.

RadioMail

Off-grid mail on amateur radio

Free

Access the Winlink amateur radio email system from your Apple devices. Send and receive messages over the internet or amateur radio, manage your inbox, and stay connected off-grid. Requires a valid amateur radio license.

QSO Central

Ham radio exam prep & tools

Free

Prepare for amateur radio licensing exams with comprehensive study tools and practice tests. Access essential station utilities, reference materials, and live data features, all designed to work offline for maximum accessibility.

Amateur Radio (Foundation) Course

by Kmphitech

Free

Prepare for your Australian Foundation Amateur Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency. This course covers the essential knowledge and skills for safe operation of a Foundation Amateur station. It includes information on regulations, theory, and band usage.

World Radio League

by World Radio League Inc.

Free

Log amateur radio contacts on the go without a computer. Supports Parks on the Air activations and general logging. Syncs seamlessly with the website for easy contact management and viewing your profile stats and awards.

Ionaut — Ham Radio

HF propagation & DX tools

Free

This app provides radio amateurs with a comprehensive suite of tools for propagation forecasting, space weather monitoring, DX spotting, and operating assistance. It includes learning resources for newcomers and various utility calculators. The app is free, ad-free, and requires no account.

HamWaves

Your Guide to Amateur Radio

Free

This app guides aspiring amateur radio operators in the US through the licensing process. It covers exam study, taking the test, getting on the air, and understanding radio equipment and operations. It's designed for new and prospective Technician level operators.

POTAontheGO - POTA Ham Radio

Parks on the Air Tool & Logger

Free

This app helps ham radio operators find, spot, and log Parks on the Air activations. It offers interactive maps, live spotting, and quick logging for portable operations.

Ham2K Portable Logger

Amateur Radio Logging

Free

Log your amateur radio contacts (QSOs) efficiently while on the go. Supports popular operating events like POTA, SOTA, and Field Day, offering features like QRZ lookups, QSO maps, and offline data. Quickly find nearby parks and receive duplicate warnings.