248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our shortwave radio scanner apps list covers 248+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 5.0★ (18) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.0★ (5) | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (528K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | $0.99 | 1.3★ (41) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | — | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.6★ (87K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Tune into thousands of remote radio servers worldwide from your iPhone or iPad. Explore shortwave broadcasts, aviation communications, and more with a global interactive map and advanced tuning features. Enjoy uninterrupted background audio and a privacy-first experience.
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.
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.
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.
Discover shortwave radio broadcasts with this app. View current transmissions, detailed information like language and target, and explore station schedules. Find broadcasts by frequency or station name.
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.
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.
Transform your mobile device into a portable scanner. Easily capture, edit, and manage documents, converting them to high-quality PDFs or JPGs. Share your scanned files via email or print them directly.
Listen to live radio call audio and review recent activity with fast playback and clear call details. Continuously updating transcriptions provide context to follow events without switching between tools.
Listen live to police and fire dispatch audio from Pierce and King County, Washington. Search transcripts and go back in time to review past transmissions. This app provides access to P25 Phase 2 transmissions captured by volunteer-operated radios.
This utility app assists in testing Bluetooth Low Energy peripherals. It displays implemented services and their parameters in a user-friendly format. It also includes a generic viewer for unrecognized profiles.
This app acts as a versatile receiver client for various software-defined radio servers. It offers advanced display, tuning, and audio features, along with on-device decoders and voice control for a comprehensive radio experience.
Listen to live public safety radio transmissions from scanner networks worldwide. This app connects you to third-party servers broadcasting police, fire, EMS, and emergency communications. Customize your listening with talkgroup management, favorites, and advanced controls.
Control your car's radio directly from your smartphone via Bluetooth. Adjust audio settings, switch sources, customize display colors, and manage advanced configurations with an intuitive interface.
