Best Ham Radio World Apps

HamSphere 5.0

Virtual Ham Radio Transceiver

Free

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.

Ham Radio Companion

Ham License Exam Prep & Study

Free

Prepare for your U.S. ham radio license exam with comprehensive study tools. Access all official FCC questions with plain-language explanations, practice exams, and a suite of radio operation resources. Study offline and sync progress across devices via iCloud.

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.

AM_SW Radio

AM-SW-Ham from worldwide rcvrs

Free

Access and stream live radio broadcasts from hundreds of volunteer-run receivers worldwide. Experience shortwave radio reception from 100kHz to 30MHz using AM or SSB modes, as if you were physically at the receiver's location.

SwR - Global Radio

Worldwide online SDR receivers

Free

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.

Ham Radio Reference

by SnecaDev

$1.99

Access essential amateur radio information on the go. Quickly find Q signals, grid squares, band plans, Morse code, and phonetic alphabets. Includes electronic formulas and calculators for common radio calculations.

Ham Callsigns

QRZ Callsign lookup

Free

Instantly look up amateur radio callsigns to find contact details, including distance, bearing, and local time. This reference tool helps ham radio operators quickly access essential information for their communications.

HamAlert

by Manuel Kasper

Free

Receive instant push notifications for desired amateur radio contacts. Filter alerts by various criteria like callsign, band, mode, and location. Stay updated on DX spots from multiple sources.

NetLogger Companion

For Amateur Radio Operators

Free

This application provides amateur radio operators with real-time situational awareness by displaying active nets and check-ins. It's a user-friendly tool for mobile and portable users needing quick access to operational information without a laptop.

LogMaster Ham Radio

Easy Ham Radio Logbook

Free

$1.99 | 100% OFF

This app provides ham radio operators with a simple way to log new contacts. Record essential details like callsign, reports, frequency, and mode with easy editing and deletion.

iFTx

Mobile FT8 and FT4

$1.99

This app enables seamless communication using FT8 and FT4 digital modes directly from your iOS device. Enjoy portable digital connections, effortless operation with a user-friendly interface, and reliable performance for global contact.

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.

Ham Radio Exam

by Vemento AS

Free

Prepare for ham radio licensing exams with comprehensive study materials and mock tests. Master regulations, technical concepts, and radio wave propagation to earn your certifications and join the global radio community.