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Best Ham Radio Repeater Apps

185+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the ham radio repeater category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 185+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Ham Radio Repeater Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RepeaterBookRepeaterBookFree4.2★ (237)NoYesJul 2026
2HamRadarHamRadarFree4.0★ (5)NoYesMay 2026
3EchoLinkEchoLinkFree3.5★ (17)NoNoJul 2026
4Callsign SearchCallsign SearchFree4.2★ (35)NoNoJul 2026
5Ham Radio ToolboxHam Radio ToolboxFree4.8★ (52)YesNoJul 2026
6RepeaterPhoneRepeaterPhone$7.994.5★ (79)NoNoJul 2026
7myGMRSmyGMRSFree3.5★ (13)YesNoJul 2026
85-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner5-0 Radio Pro Police ScannerFree4.6★ (83K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Ham Radio Repeater

RepeaterBook#1

RepeaterBook by Nicolas Associates Ltd

Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.2😊(237 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access a comprehensive, offline directory of amateur radio repeaters worldwide. Search by various criteria, view detailed information including distance and bearing, and easily submit updates. Optimized for both phones and tablets.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient repeater search functionality
  • 📱 Works offline with downloaded database
  • 🗺️ Location-based repeater discovery
  • 👍 Free application with no cost

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Location detection issues and inaccuracies
  • ❌ Missing repeaters in database
  • 📱 iOS version has more issues than Android
HamRadar#2

HamRadar by Jacob Knight

Ham Radio Repeater Finder
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.0(5 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Instantly find and connect to amateur radio repeaters with a comprehensive database and an aircraft-style radar interface. View detailed information for over 62,000 active repeaters across all U.S. states, with offline access and Apple Watch complications.

EchoLink#3

EchoLink by Synergenics, LLC

Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
3.5😊(17 ratings)
Free
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Connect to the EchoLink network using your iOS device. This application allows validated Amateur Radio operators to access the system from virtually anywhere. Registration with a valid Amateur Radio callsign is required.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Wonderful System
  • 🚀 Great for ham travelers
  • 🚀 Amazing App
  • 🚀 Great tool for Hams

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 EchoLink does not work
  • 🐛 Can't find stations!
  • 🐛 Not working on ios26 iPhone pro max

More Ham Radio Repeater apps to explore

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Callsign Search
Callsign Search
Callsign Search
QRZ Ham Radio Callsign Lookup
Free

Access the extensive QRZ.COM database of amateur radio call signs on your mobile device. Instantly find information for over 1.2 million call signs globally, including license details and profile photos. Features include an interactive map, email functionality, and a call sign history.

Search QRZ.COM databaseView license holder informationInteractive map with beam heading
🔍 Reference
(35)
free
5
Ham Radio Toolbox
Ham Radio Toolbox
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.

Real-Time Propagation DataDX Cluster ViewerDipole Calculator
🔧 Utilities
(52)
ad-supported
6
RepeaterPhone
RepeaterPhone
RepeaterPhone
Connect to ham radio repeaters
$7.99

Connect your mobile device to EchoLink or AllStarLink radio nodes, repeaters, and conferences. Features a push-to-talk interface, node directory search, and favorites for quick access. Supports Bluetooth headsets and includes a watch extension for convenient control.

Push-to-talk interfaceEchoLink/AllStarLink node connectionNode directory search
🔧 Utilities
(79)
free
7
myGMRS
myGMRS
myGMRS
GMRS Repeater Directory
Free

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.

Find GMRS repeatersCoordinate repeatersLookup callsigns
🔍 Reference
(13)
ad-supported
8
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner
+ Fire, EMS, Air, Train & Ham
Free

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.

Live audio feedsRecord and share audioLive captions
📡 News
(83K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Ham Radio US Band Plan
Ham Radio US Band Plan
Ham Radio US Band Plan
Frequency Guide and Handbook
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
10
Balkan HAM Repeaters
Balkan HAM Repeaters
Balkan HAM Repeaters
by Nikola Mladenovic
Free

Discover and test amateur radio repeaters, echolink nodes, and APRS digipeaters across several Balkan countries. Access repeater data even without an internet connection, with a pull-to-refresh feature for when you're back online.

Browse amateur radio repeatersTest radio nodesView echolink nodes
🔧 Utilities
(4)
free
11
ARRL magazines
ARRL magazines
ARRL magazines
by ARRL, American Radio Relay League, Inc.
Free

Access the monthly ARRL membership journal, QST, on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. This publication offers news, construction projects, and tutorials for Amateur Radio enthusiasts. The digital version includes exclusive content not found in print.

Monthly QST digital deliveryNews and updatesConstruction projects
📚 Education
(258)
free
12
QRV - Ham Radio Multitool
QRV - Ham Radio Multitool
QRV - Ham Radio Multitool
Spots, Band Plans & Widgets
Free

This app consolidates essential ham radio tools for efficient operation and DX success. It provides real-time band conditions, call sign lookups, DXpedition tracking, and built-in calculators. Premium features offer live spots and customized notifications.

Real-time band conditionsCall sign lookup (QRZ/HamQTH)DXpedition calendar and alerts
🔧 Utilities
(62)
freemium
13
SolarPunk Ham Radio
SolarPunk Ham Radio
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.

QSO loggingPOTA/COTA/SOTA trackingDMR and APRS support
🌟 Lifestyle
(3)
free
14
Ham Radio Prep
Ham Radio Prep
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.

Covers all 3 license levelsPremium video lessonsProgress tracking per lesson
📚 Education
(2.1K)
free with in-app purchases
15
RepeaterSTART Premium
RepeaterSTART Premium
RepeaterSTART Premium
Easy ham radio-repeater setup
$9.99
$14.99 | 33% OFF

This tool helps amateur radio operators find and program local repeaters. It displays repeaters on a map and in a sortable list, with offline functionality. The premium version adds advanced search and radio programming guides.

Ham radio and GMRS repeater mapOffline map and list viewSearch by country, peak, or IARU Locator
🔍 Reference
(2)
paid
16
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
FM & AM Radio around the World
Free

Stream local and international FM/AM radio stations from around the world. Access over 100,000 stations covering music, sports, news, and more. Save favorites and listen in the background.

Stream radio from over 200 countriesAccess 10,000+ US radio stationsOver 100,000 worldwide stations
🔧 Utilities
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
17
World Radio League
World Radio League
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.

Mobile amateur radio loggingParks on the Air activationsContact sync with website
📊 Productivity
(56)
free
18
HamStudy.org
HamStudy.org
HamStudy.org
Ham Radio Exam Prep
$3.99

This app offers an intelligent study mode that tracks your progress and focuses on areas where you struggle. It allows you to tailor your study to specific chapters and topics from license manuals, with explanations for difficult questions. Practice exams are also available.

Intelligent study algorithmsVetted user-submitted explanationsInfinite practice exams
📚 Education
(4)
free
19
RadioApp - A Simple Radio App
RadioApp - A Simple Radio App
RadioApp - A Simple Radio App
FM/AM Home & Car World Tuner
Free

Discover global radio stations with a stylish, analog-inspired interface. Features include automatic song identification, live rewind, and seamless CarPlay integration. Enjoy weather updates and personalized station management.

Automatic song identificationLive broadcast rewindAdvanced CarPlay integration
🎵 Music
(67K)
subscription
20
Ham Radio Exam - Tech
Ham Radio Exam - Tech
Ham Radio Exam - Tech
by Roy Watson
Free

Prepare for your Technician Class FCC Amateur Radio License exam. Review official question pools, take topic-specific quizzes, and simulate the actual exam. Track your progress and find local exam sessions.

Technician Class license exam preparationOfficial question pool reviewTopic-specific quizzes
🔧 Utilities
(233)
free

FAQ about Ham Radio Repeater

What are the best ham radio repeater apps for iPhone?
RepeaterBook tops our ham radio repeater apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 237 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top ham radio repeater apps we rank are free to download, including RepeaterBook and HamRadar.
RepeaterBook has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 185+ ham radio repeater apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
RepeaterBook is a comprehensive, offline directory for amateur radio repeaters worldwide. It allows users to easily find repeaters, view detailed information about them, and even submit updates to the database. The app is designed to be fast, flexible, and reliable for amateur radio operators.
Key features include an offline global repeater directory, comprehensive search and filtering options by town, call sign, frequency, and more. It displays distance, heading, and full repeater details, supports portrait and landscape views on phones and tablets, and allows users to submit updates directly.