SwR - Global Radio

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About this app

SwR is the inovative mobile client for the worldwide network of public shortwave receivers, including KiwiSDR, Web-888, OpenWebRX, UberSDR, FM-DX and AirSPy architecture. Turn your phone into a powerful ham radio scanner and tune in to live shortwave radio broadcasts, amateur radio frequencies, and utility stations from hundreds of volunteer SDR receivers around the globe.

Whether you are into DXing, shortwave listening (SWL), or exploring the HF bands, SwR brings the global radio spectrum right to your fingertips.

Key Features for Radio Enthusiasts:
• Global SDR Network: Connect to any public KiwiSDR & Web-888 receiver worldwide.
• Real-time Visualization: Live RF spectrum analyzer and smooth scrolling waterfall display.
• Intuitive Tuning: Drag the spectrum to tune frequencies; drag the waterfall to pan the amateur radio bands.
• Retro Digital Interface: Unique Nixie-tube style frequency display with precise per-digit tuning.
• Multiple Demodulation Modes: Full support for AM, LSB, USB, CW (morse code), and FM demodulation.
• Signal Zoom: Zoom fluidly from the full shortwave band down to a narrow window to isolate weak DX signals.
• Interactive World Map: Visual map of available receivers — simply tap a station to start listening live.
• Audio Controls: Essential volume and mute controls optimized for mobile listening.

Discover the world of amateur radio, utility signals, and international shortwave broadcasting. Perfect for fans of RTL-SDR, WebSDR, and traditional HF ham radio communications.

Please note: SwR is an independent client and is not affiliated with the individual receiver operators. This application respects your privacy and collects no personal data.

Ratings and reviews

All I can say is WOW! I paid a little extra and bought the premium version of this app - and did not regret it! I could spend hundreds of dollars on the best all-wave radio going and this app would STILL leave it in the dust with regards to its ability to locate, identify and monitor radio stations. The latest update has added station identification, so it now shows the identity of the station it has detected - an extremely useful feature. Best SDR monitoring app EVER!

Works very well. It's great fun DXing from different locations all around the world. The only things I would ask to be improved would be ease of tuning. Currently you need two fingers to drag the display. I'd ask for one finger to slide the frequency bar. I tune by tapping an RF spike, and it gets close, but the only way to get right on the frequency is manual entry. It would get easier if we could tap the decimal to make it .0. Also, the FM tuner needs work. A frequency readout at least.

I am enjoying this app very much. After my pro trial ran out, I immediately paid for the app. I have always loved radio, I spent many nights tuning the dial and listening to late night talk and caller shows when everyone thought I was sleeping. WebSDR has reignited my interest in radio. This app is so user friendly and with regular updates and enhancements, it just gets better. Update: days later and Dev comes through with recording, so amazing! Thank you!

What’s new

Higher resolution of the waterfalls for more detailed information.