Best Hamtester General Apps

103+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
15 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good hamtester general apps. We benchmark 103+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Top Picks for Hamtester General

HamTester General#1

HamTester General by Gene Backlin

Ham Radio FCC Practice Exams
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
5.0(1 ratings)
$0.99
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Prepare for your ham radio FCC General Class exam with unlimited practice tests. This app simulates real exam sessions, providing immediate feedback on your answers and highlighting correct responses.

HAM Test Prep:  General#2

HAM Test Prep: General by Patrick J Maloney LLC

Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.9😊(568 ratings)
$1.99
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Prepare for your Amateur Radio General license exam with a comprehensive question pool and practice tests. Review FCC rules, track your proficiency, and customize your study sessions. Includes features for vision-impaired users and dark mode support.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent exam prep
  • 👍 Very handy and easy to use
  • 🎉 Helped pass exams on first try
  • 📚 Great study guide and training aid

Room to Improve

  • 🔀 Randomize answers needed in practice tests
  • 📊 Inconsistent progress tracking in study sections
Ham Radio Exam - General#3

Ham Radio Exam - General by Roy Watson

Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.5(110 ratings)
Free
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Prepare for your General Class FCC Amateur Radio License exam. Review official question pools, take topic-specific quizzes, and practice with simulated exams. Track your progress and find local exam sessions.

More Hamtester General apps to explore

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Amateur Radio HAM Exam
Amateur Radio HAM Exam
Amateur Radio HAM Exam
3-in-1: Tech, General, Extra
Free

Prepare for your Amateur Radio license exams with this comprehensive study tool. It offers practice questions mirroring real tests, module-based learning, and mock exams to track your progress and identify areas for improvement. Includes images and a large question pool for thorough preparation.

Realistic exam questionsModule-based study and practiceFull mock exams
📚 Education
(246)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
6
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
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HAM Test Prep Lite:  Extra
HAM Test Prep Lite:  Extra
HAM Test Prep Lite: Extra
by Patrick J Maloney LLC
Free

Prepare for your Amateur Radio Extra license exam with practice questions and tests. Review FCC rule text, track your proficiency, and utilize features like zoomable figures and immediate feedback. This lite version offers a sample of the full question pool.

Practice question poolPractice examsProficiency tracking
📚 Education
(20)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
HamAlert
HamAlert
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.

Push notifications for desired stationsFilter spots by DXCC, callsign, and locationSupport for Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, DX cluster, PSK Reporter
🔧 Utilities
(29)
free
10
Ham2K Portable Logger
Ham2K Portable Logger
Ham2K Portable Logger
Amateur Radio Logging
Free

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
(47)
free with in-app purchases
11
Ham Radio Exam
Ham Radio Exam
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.

Exam-focused study materialIn-depth knowledge on regulations and technical aspectsMock exams for three license classes
📚 Education
(8)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
NetLogger Companion
NetLogger Companion
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.

View currently operating netsCheck real-time check-insMobile and portable friendly
📊 Productivity
(32)
free
14
HamSphere 5.0
HamSphere 5.0
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.

Virtual HF bands (10-160m)6m, 2m, and 70cm bandsUSB, LSB, and CW modes
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
free with in-app purchases
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HamLog
HamLog
HamLog
by Pignology, LLC
$0.99

This application serves as a comprehensive logging and tool suite for amateur radio operators. It facilitates contact logging, rig control, and offers numerous utilities for field and mobile operations. Features include callsign resolution, data export/import, and various radio-related calculators and information resources.

Contact logging and searchRig control via Pigtail deviceQRZ/HamQTH XML integration
🔧 Utilities
(59)
free
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RadioMail
RadioMail
RadioMail
Winlink email in your pocket
$14.99

Access the Winlink amateur radio email system on your mobile device. Compose, send, and receive messages, including forms and photos, using various radio and network connections. Requires an amateur radio license.

Winlink email system accessCompose, read, and reply to messagesTelnet and AREDN network access
🔧 Utilities
(775)
freemium
17
HAM Radio General Exam Prep
HAM Radio General Exam Prep
HAM Radio General Exam Prep
Communications Commission Test
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
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
(53)
freemium
19
HAM Radio Practice Test Prep
HAM Radio Practice Test Prep
HAM Radio Practice Test Prep
General Technician Exam
Free

Prepare for your Ham Radio Technician exam with over 900 practice questions. This app uses a proprietary "chunking" learning technique to aid memorization and make studying easier. Try 10 free questions daily before upgrading to the full paid version.

Over 900 practice questionsProprietary Effective Learning Strategy (ELS™)Daily free questions
📚 Education
(2)
free with in-app purchases
20
PocketPacket
PocketPacket
PocketPacket
by Koomasi
$4.99

This app serves as a comprehensive client for the Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS), enabling amateur radio operators to send and receive real-time data like position, status, and messages. It features a built-in TNC for direct radio communication and internet connectivity via the APRS-IS network.

Full-featured APRS clientBuilt-in software TNC1200 baud AFSK modulation
🔧 Utilities
(12)
free