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Best Free Radio Scanners Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

If you already know 5, this is the deeper bench. 244+ free radio scanners apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of November 2026.

Compare top Free Radio Scanners Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
15-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner5-0 Radio Pro Police ScannerFree4.6★ (90K)YesYesNov 2026
2Police Scanner Radio & FirePolice Scanner Radio & FireFree4.6★ (539K)YesYesNov 2026
3Police Scanner + Fire RadioPolice Scanner + Fire RadioFree4.6★ (13K)NoYesNov 2026
4OpenMHzOpenMHzFree3.9★ (175)NoNoOct 2026
5Police Scanner +Police Scanner +Free4.5★ (102K)YesYesNov 2026
6Police Scanner FreePolice Scanner FreeFree1.9★ (92)NoNoOct 2026
7Police Walkie Radio ScannerPolice Walkie Radio ScannerFree3.5★ (8)YesYesOct 2026
8Police Radio Scanner +Police Radio Scanner +Free—YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Free Radio Scanners

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner#1

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner by Smartest Apps LLC

Fire, EMS, ATC, Train & CB/Ham
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😐(90K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#15in News
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Access over 50,000 live audio feeds from police, fire, EMS, air traffic, and more. Stay informed about local and global events with real-time updates, recordings, and live chat features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable app
  • 👍 Useful for knowing what's happening in the area
  • 🔒 No ads with pro version
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 👍 Customizable features like wallpaper

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
  • 🐛 Inconsistent audio quality
  • 🐛 Delayed or missing feeds
  • 💡 Limited coverage for certain regions/countries
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
Police Scanner Radio & Fire#2

Police Scanner Radio & Fire by GordonEdwards.net LLC

Live Breaking News & Alerts
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😊(539K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in News
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Listen to live police, fire, and emergency radio broadcasts from around the world. Receive breaking news alerts and stay informed about local events and major national incidents in real time.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 🔒 Helpful during emergencies
  • ⭐ Excellent app
  • 🌟 Love the app

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Inconsistent coverage
  • 🔇 Audio issues
  • 🚧 Buggy
  • 💰 Aggressive ads
  • 🙄 Subscription model
Police Scanner + Fire Radio#3

Police Scanner + Fire Radio by Rego Apps

Police, Fire, ATC, AM/FM Radio
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.6😐(13K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#97in News
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Access live audio feeds from police, fire, EMS, and other public safety services. Discover active events, record broadcasts, and rewind live streams. Enjoy a vast collection of stations with background playback and personalized favorites.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Endless possibilities
  • 🌐 Able to listen to radio stations globally
  • 💡 Helpful during emergencies and natural disasters
  • 🔍 Provides insight into local police/fire department activities

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and offline issues
  • 🔇 Audio quality issues, including cutting out and echoing
  • 🔍 Limited local coverage in some areas
  • 💰 Subscription model with hidden fees
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly

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FAQ about Free Radio Scanners

What are the best free radio scanners apps for iPhone?
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner tops our free radio scanners apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 90K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 244+ free radio scanners apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.