Best Police Scanner Radio Apps

221+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Police Scanner Radio & Fire is the household name in police scanner radio, but it's far from the only option. We track 221+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Police Scanner Radio Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Police Scanner Radio & FirePolice Scanner Radio & FireFree4.6★ (538K)YesYesNov 2026
25-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner5-0 Radio Pro Police ScannerFree4.6★ (90K)YesYesNov 2026
3Police Scanner +Police Scanner +Free4.5★ (102K)YesYesNov 2026
4Police Scanner App, live radioPolice Scanner App, live radioFree4.6★ (3K)NoYesOct 2026
5Police Walkie Radio ScannerPolice Walkie Radio ScannerFree3.5★ (8)YesYesOct 2026
6Police Scanner Radio LivePolice Scanner Radio LiveFree3.3★ (4)NoYesOct 2026
7Police Scanner Radio 2025Police Scanner Radio 2025Free4.6★ (597)YesYesNov 2026
8Police Scanner Live RadioPolice Scanner Live RadioFree4.3★ (155)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Police Scanner Radio

Police Scanner Radio & Fire#1

Police Scanner Radio & Fire by GordonEdwards.net LLC

Live Breaking News & Alerts
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😊(538K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in News
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Listen to live police, fire, and emergency radio broadcasts from around the world. Receive breaking news alerts and stay informed about local events and major national incidents in real time.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 🔒 Helpful during emergencies
  • ⭐ Excellent app
  • 🌟 Love the app

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Inconsistent coverage
  • 🔇 Audio issues
  • 🚧 Buggy
  • 💰 Aggressive ads
  • 🙄 Subscription model
5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner#2

5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner by Smartest Apps LLC

Fire, EMS, ATC, Train & CB/Ham
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😐(90K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable app
  • 👍 Useful for knowing what's happening in the area
  • 🔒 No ads with pro version
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 👍 Customizable features like wallpaper

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and disconnections
  • 🐛 Inconsistent audio quality
  • 🐛 Delayed or missing feeds
  • 💡 Limited coverage for certain regions/countries
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
Police Scanner +#3

Police Scanner + by Rego Apps

Police, EMS, ATC & Fire Radio
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.5😐(102K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#69in 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

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FAQ about Police Scanner Radio

What are the best police scanner radio apps for iPhone?
Police Scanner Radio & Fire tops our police scanner radio apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 538K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top police scanner radio apps we rank are free to download, including Police Scanner Radio & Fire and 5-0 Radio Pro Police Scanner.
Police Scanner Radio & Fire shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 221+ police scanner radio apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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