SWListener - radio scanner
md
About this app
- Age 10
- Updated May 15, 2018
- OS IOS
Editor reviews
SWListener - radio scanner is a powerful shortwave and radio scanning app that helps you discover live broadcasts and utility signals worldwide. It combines an easy directory of public streams with support for compatible SDR receivers, so you can listen over the air or online with one app. Ideal for shortwave radio fans, ham radio listeners, and anyone curious about global signals.
Key features include fast band scanning and regional presets, a rich frequency database with search and schedules, and handy tools like bookmarks, recording, sleep timer, and background play. Explore shortwave broadcasts, amateur radio, air and marine communications, and other legal public feeds. Designed for high performance and simple controls, this radio scanner app makes tuning and discovery effortless.
Screenshots
Recommanded games
OYSHO: Online Fashion Store
Blood Tracker Pressure
Lewis and Clark Trail
Grounds
AI_EmergencyAct
Blood Pressure App: BP Monitor
OMG Prank App Prank Sounds
BringBook - BookTok physical
CompCaddy
TruthFinder Search
Heart Sounds and Lung Sounds
Mediterranean Diet and Recipes
Storage Aid
Nautic Converter - Boat Tool
GolfFix AI Golf Swing Analyzer
How to use:
1. Download and open SWListener, then allow optional location access to load regional presets automatically.
2. Choose your source. Connect a compatible SDR receiver for over the air listening, or select Online Streams to start without hardware.
3. Select a band or category such as Shortwave Broadcast, Amateur Radio, Air or Marine, then tap Scan to find active signals or browse the directory to jump to a station.
4. Tap a result to listen. Adjust mode and filters such as AM, FM, or SSB where available, change bandwidth, and set squelch for clearer audio.
5. Save favorites with bookmarks, enable recording or sleep timer, and build custom scan lists. Review listening history and refine presets for faster access. Always follow local laws when monitoring radio traffic.