Free Ham Radio Logging Software For Mac



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I also appreciate some of the 'free' software available for ham radio use. In some cases the software is made because someone has the skill and desire to help other hams. For others, it also gives the author the ability to 'showcase' his or her ability and talent in a little or no cost manner! KLog is a multiplatform free hamradio logger, the only one able to run in Linux, Windows and macOS! KLog is providing QSO management, useful QSL management DX-Cluster client, DXCC management, ClubLog integration, WSJT-X, DX-Marathon support and much more!

  • Ham Radio Software With A Purpose. Software is always designed with a purpose in mind. Even if some don't achieve all that they were meant to!;) To give you an overview of what's available (more pop up every year), I have grouped the major uses of amateur radio software under the following categories.
  • Aether is a ham radio logging application for the Mac. Aether includes tools to quickly and easily log QSOs while on the air, as well as organize, search and track your QSOs later. Aether was designed for macOS, and has the same kind of clean, intuitive, friendly interface you've come to expect on the Mac.
  • ⦁ NEW New Station management. You can now create multiple configurations with different radio and antenna. Each antenna under specific radio can be set to be the preferred antenna for the indicated radio when working on the indicated band ⦁ Increased to 60″ the wait-on-shutdown maximum time.

If you search Google for Amateur (or Ham) Radio Software, you will get a lot of results, but not a lot of information. One of the biggest problems is that you get links to old sites with outdated information. I will attempt to keep this page up to date with recent information.

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For now, this page will be limited to Windows 7/10 software (say no to XP!), and eventually may include Mac OS and Linux. It will not be limited to free software. Some software may be included in multiple sections (e.g., a logger that is also part of a suite).

This page is currently still under construction in early 2018.

Software Suites

Software Suites are designed to provided integrated applications that should cover the basic needs for operating a digital shack.

  • Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD) ($) –
  • DXLabs Suite –
  • flDigi Collection –

Logging / QSL Software

Logging may be one of the most basic operations of a digital shack. Logging software obviously keep track of your individual contacts, but typically provides other services, including QSLing (including cards), filing with eQSL and LoTW, awards tracking, and interfacing with other software. Logging apps also typically provide basic rig control. Software suites usually provide at least basic frequency rig control.

  • HRD Logbook ($) –
  • DXLab DXKeeper –
  • Log4OM –
  • Logger32 –
  • Winlog32 –
  • N3FJP AC Log ($) –
  • DX4Win ($) –
  • N1MM Logger – contesting

Control Software

Software used to control your transceiver. Depending on your rig, control software can be used to set frequency, control transmission modes (CW, LSB, etc.), set filter settings, control VFOs, and more – all with your mouse.

      • HRD Rig Control ($) –
      • DXLab Commander –

Digital Modes

Software to operate using digital modes: RTTY, PSK31, FT8, JT-65, Olivia, etc. While there are many programs available, many are essentially old or have been superseded by better programs. This list will try to show only the most popular and current software.

    • WSJT-X – WSJT-X implements communication protocols or “modes”
      called JT4, JT9, JT65, and WSPR.
    • fldigi – A digital mode program for PSK31, RTTY, and many other operating modes.
    • HRD DM-780 ($) –
    • DXLab WinWarbler – RTTY and PSK31.

DX and Propagation

Software to track DX Clusters and current propagation predictions and reports.

  • DXLab DXView and SpotCollecter –

Station Control and Antennas

Free Ham Radio Logging Software For Mac Os

Rotor control, antenna control, etc. Antenna design.

  • PstRotator ($) – handles just about every controllable rotator in common use, provides automatic tracking for satelites and EME, and lots more.

Other Interesting Software

Best Ham Radio Logging Programs

  • Echolink -Software enabling a link between a radio or repeater to the internet for a licensed radio amateur.

Web Services

Ham Radio Software For Mac

Important web sites for managing your station and contacts.