Best Ham Radio Repeater Apps

181+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating

18 free apps

Updated June 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the ham radio repeater category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 181+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Ham Radio Repeater

#1

RepeaterBook by Nicolas Associates Ltd

Editor's Choice

🔍 Reference

4.2😊(236 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

#2

myGMRS by RepeaterFinder, LLC

GMRS Repeater Directory

Strong Contender

🔍 Reference

3.5(13 ratings)

FreeAds

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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.

#3

Callsign Search by Neil Kutchera

QRZ Ham Radio Callsign Lookup

Worth Considering

🔍 Reference

4.2(35 ratings)

Free

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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.

More Ham Radio Repeater apps to explore

Ham Radio Repeater Finder

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.

Offline repeater databaseAircraft-style radar sweepIntegrated compass

Ham Radio US Band Plan

Ham Radio US Band Plan

Frequency Guide and Handbook

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner

+ Fire, EMS, Air, Train & Ham

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

free with in-app purchases

by Synergenics, LLC

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.

Connect to EchoLink networkUse on iPhone, iPad, iPod touchValidated user access

QRV - Ham Radio Multitool

QRV - Ham Radio Multitool

Spots, Band Plans & Widgets

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

by ARRL, American Radio Relay League, Inc.

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

Connect to ham radio repeaters

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

RepeaterSTART Premium

RepeaterSTART Premium

Easy ham radio-repeater setup

$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

Balkan HAM Repeaters

Balkan HAM Repeaters

by Nikola Mladenovic

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

SolarPunk Ham Radio

SolarPunk Ham Radio

Your Ham Radio Companion

Ham Radio Exam - Tech

Ham Radio Exam - Tech

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

Simple Radio - FM AM Stations

Simple Radio - FM AM Stations

Listen to Music, Sports & News

Listen to over 90,000 AM, FM, and online radio stations worldwide. Save your favorites for one-tap access and enjoy a reliable streaming experience. Discover new music, stay updated with news, or practice languages with this versatile radio tuner.

Access 90,000+ global radio stationsReliable, drop-free streamingSave and access favorite stations

free with in-app purchases

Ham2K Portable Logger

Ham2K Portable Logger

Amateur Radio Logging

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.

Log QSOs on the goSupport for POTA, SOTA, Field DayQRZ.com name lookups

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

World Radio League

World Radio League

by World Radio League Inc.

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

Listen to classic radio shows from the Golden Age of Radio for free. Access an archive of recent shows and enjoy popular series. An optional subscription unlocks a vast library of thousands of on-demand programs.

Listen to Golden Age of Radio showsArchive of recent showsSubscription for more programs

🎬 Entertainment

free with in-app purchases

Ham Radio License Study App

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

free with in-app purchases

Ham Radio Toolbox

Ham Radio Toolbox

Tools for ham radio operators

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