Best Gmrs Survival Apps

3.8(17 ratings)

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Discover two-way radio repeaters in your local area for General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS). Coordinate your own repeaters, look up callsigns, and connect with other nearby users. A GMRS license from the FCC is required to access repeater information.

BTECH GMRS Programmer by B-Tech Distribution, Inc

Program your GMRS-PRO Radio

Strong Contender

📊 Productivity

0.0😞(0 ratings)

Free

This app provides wireless control and programming for a specific GMRS radio. Manage channels, create custom groups, and update firmware. It also offers offline maps and text messaging capabilities for enhanced communication.

What We Love

👍 Programs channels easily
👍 Pairs quickly
👍 Real-time sync
👍 Good radio quality
👍 Basic UI understandable
👍 Reliable functionality

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes immediately after update
🐛 App opens then shuts down
🐛 Crashing when connecting to Bluetooth
🐛 Login functionality doesn't work
🐛 Firmware update check fails
🐛 Drains battery overnight
🐛 iOS version lacks features
🐛 Not compatible with older iOS
🐛 UI needs a makeover
🐛 Not accessible with VoiceOver
🐛 Glitchy and difficult to sync
🐛 App closes when syncing
🐛 Can't manually enter TX freq on iOS
🐛 Misleading APRS account creation link
🐛 Not as powerful as Android app
🐛 Difficult to operate with multiple radios
🐛 Pairing issues on iPhone/iPad
🐛 Not ready for prime time

Offline Repeater Pro by robert russo

Load repeaters into your radio

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GMRS Tactical: Radio Guide

5.0(2 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Easily find and program amateur radio and GMRS repeaters into your compatible radio via Bluetooth. Offers offline maps and repeater data, with optional in-app purchases for advanced programming features. Ideal for radio operators on the go.

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