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Best Police Dispatch Audio Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

The best police dispatch audio apps on iPhone average 3.8★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Police Dispatch Audio Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1CrimeRadar Dispatch AudioCrimeRadar Dispatch AudioFree4.9★ (36K)YesYesSep 2026
2Police Scanner +Police Scanner +Free4.5★ (101K)YesYesSep 2026
3OpenMHzOpenMHzFree4.0★ (164)NoNoSep 2026
4Police Scanner - Live GlobePolice Scanner - Live GlobeFree4.0★ (4)NoYesSep 2026
5Police Scanner: Crime RadarPolice Scanner: Crime RadarFree4.6★ (28K)NoYesSep 2026
6Police ConnectPolice ConnectFree2.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
7Fake Police RadioFake Police RadioFree3.4★ (18)NoNoJul 2026
8BlueLineNote: Police ReportsBlueLineNote: Police ReportsFree—NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Police Dispatch Audio

CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio#1

CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio by Scoopz Inc.

Dispatch audio & alerts
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.9😐(36K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in News
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This app monitors first-responder audio using AI to summarize and map potential public safety incidents. Users can view an interactive map, listen to live dispatch audio, and receive customized alerts for events like wildfires or police activity.

What We Love

  • 👍 Informative
  • 👍 Useful for keeping up with live dispatch
  • 👍 Appreciate first responders

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Alerts do not work
  • 🐛 AI translation of radio calls is poor
  • 🐛 Outdated information, not live
Police Scanner +#2

Police Scanner + by Rego Apps

Police, EMS, ATC & Fire Radio
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.5😐(101K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#64in News
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Access over 100,000 free radio stations, including police, fire, EMS, and music. Listen live, record for later, set alarms, and customize your background. Connect with other listeners and share what you're enjoying.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Clear audio quality
  • 🔍 Useful for monitoring local emergencies
  • 📻 Wide selection of radio stations
  • ⏱ Helpful for staying informed in real-time

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Lack of coverage for certain regions
  • 📢 Disruptive and intrusive ads
  • 🔌 App crashes or stops working unexpectedly
  • 🔀 Difficulty switching between channels
OpenMHz#3

OpenMHz by Luke Berndt

Listen to Police & Fire radio
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.0😐(164 ratings)
Free
#58in News
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Access live police and fire radio broadcasts from across the United States. Enjoy an ad-free experience with a 30-day archive to review past transmissions. Explore over 225 city, county, and state radio systems.

What We Love

  • 💰 Completely free with no ads or subscriptions
  • 🎙️ Access to hard-to-find radio channels and frequencies
  • 📚 Archive feature allows listening to past calls and events
  • 🎯 Ability to select specific talk groups and agencies
  • 🌍 Extensive coverage across USA with many local systems
  • 🔊 Clear audio quality when working properly
  • ⚡ Lightweight and responsive interface
  • 👨‍💻 Dedicated developer actively improving the app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • 🔄 Data not refreshing or getting stuck on old timestamps
  • 📵 App stops working after a few days of use
  • 🔊 Audio squelching and feedback problems
  • ⚠️ Inconsistent autoplay functionality
  • 🔌 App doesn't continue playing when screen locks
  • 📱 Poor performance on iPhone and iPad
  • 🗂️ Difficult navigation and confusing interface
  • 🔍 Missing coverage in some populated areas
  • ⏱️ Not truly real-time, delayed audio feeds

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FAQ about Police Dispatch Audio

What are the best police dispatch audio apps for iPhone?
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio tops our police dispatch audio apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 36K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top police dispatch audio apps we rank are free to download, including CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio and Police Scanner +.
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ police dispatch audio apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
CrimeRadar Dispatch Audio uses AI to monitor first-responder audio, summarizing and mapping potential public safety incidents. It provides users with real-time situational awareness of events happening near them, such as accidents or police activity.
Key features include an interactive safety map displaying incidents, the ability to listen to live first-responder radio communications, and customizable alerts for various public safety events. Users can also filter the information they wish to track.