APRS for iPhone

Beacon your
position. Simply.

Simple, straightforward APRS beaconing from your iPhone.

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Now available on the App Store · Requires iOS 17 or later

Beacon 73 online with auto-beaconing enabled, a next-beacon timer, and a Send Beacon Now control
A note from the developer

From one ham to another.

Hi, I’m Bret, K6BAT. I built Beacon 73 because I wanted APRS beaconing on the iPhone to feel clear, approachable, and dependable in everyday use. It’s an independent project shaped by time on the air and feedback from other operators. I hope it makes your next outing a little easier—and I’m always glad to hear from a fellow ham.

01

Simple beaconing

Start or stop auto-beaconing and send your APRS position whenever you choose.

02

Smart timing

Let Beacon 73 adjust beacon timing based on your movement, speed, and direction.

03

Nearby stations

See nearby station callsigns, icons, and current status on the map.

04

Your location track

See your recent location history drawn on the map.