Best Ham Radio Scanner Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Finding the right ham radio scanner apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 250+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Ham Radio Scanner Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SwR - Global RadioSwR - Global RadioFree4.8★ (8)NoYesNov 2026
2HamSphere 5.0HamSphere 5.0Free3.5★ (8)NoYesOct 2026
3HamRadarHamRadarFree3.8★ (6)NoYesOct 2026
4Police Scanner Radio & FirePolice Scanner Radio & FireFree4.6★ (539K)YesYesNov 2026
5Ham Radio ToolboxHam Radio ToolboxFree4.7★ (202)YesNoNov 2026
6Ham ListeningHam ListeningFree—NoNoSep 2026
75-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner5-0 Radio Pro Police ScannerFree4.6★ (90K)YesYesNov 2026
8On-Air Net ScraperOn-Air Net ScraperFree4.4★ (13)NoNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Ham Radio Scanner

SwR - Global Radio#1

SwR - Global Radio by Kruen s.r.o.

Worldwide online SDR receivers
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access a global network of shortwave radio receivers from your phone. Tune into live broadcasts, amateur radio frequencies, and utility stations worldwide with real-time spectrum analysis and intuitive controls. Explore the HF bands and discover international broadcasting.

HamSphere 5.0#2

HamSphere 5.0 by HamSphere AB

Virtual Ham Radio Transceiver
Strong Contender
🌐 Social Networking
3.5(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

HamRadar#3

HamRadar by Jacob Knight

Ham Radio Repeater Finder
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
3.8(6 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.

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FAQ about Ham Radio Scanner

What are the best ham radio scanner apps for iPhone?
SwR - Global Radio tops our ham radio scanner apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top ham radio scanner apps we rank are free to download, including SwR - Global Radio and HamSphere 5.0.
SwR - Global Radio has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ ham radio scanner apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.