ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR)

1.48

Knowle Consultants

4.64

134 reviews

10,000+
Downloads

Free

Track aircraft by receiving live ADS-B data using an RTL-SDR USB dongle.

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ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) enables hobbyists to track nearby aircraft by receiving live ADS-B data with an RTL-SDR dongle. It supports ADS-B on 1090 MHz and 978 MHz, and presents real-time aircraft positions on an OSMDroid-powered map with an option to connect to a remote rtl_tcp server for flexible setups. Total downloads: 10,000+; 30-day downloads: 850.

Pros & Cons

Free to use and accessible
Supports RTL-SDR dongle or remote rtl_tcp for flexible setups
Real-time ADS-B tracking on dual-band frequencies (1090/978 MHz)
OSMDroid-powered mapping for visual aircraft tracking
Modern Android UI leveraging Jetpack libraries

Requires external hardware (RTL-SDR dongle) or a remote rtl_tcp setup
Disclaimer notes that the app is not suitable for safety-critical use
Setup can be technical for beginners (driver installation and network configuration)

About ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR)

ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) is a communication app developed by Knowle Consultants.

Download Statistics

ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) has been downloaded 47 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 850 times.

User Ratings

ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) is rated 4.64 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 130 ratings.

App Information

ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) is FREE to download. The APK download size is 10.07 MB. The latest version available is 1.48. The last update was on August 9, 2026.

Technical Requirements

ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) requires Android 8.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play February 2022.

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More data about ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR)

Price	Free to download
Total downloads	47 thousand
Recent downloads	850
Rating	4.64 based on 130 ratings
Ranking	Not ranked
Version	1.48
APK size	10.1 MB
Number of libraries	29
Designed for Android	8.0+
Suitable for	Everyone
Ads	Contains ads

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ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) has been downloaded 47 thousand times. Over the past 30 days, it averaged 28 downloads per day.

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Comments on ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR) for Android

★★★★★ Paul Piper · Apr 14, 2025

Finally....something that works. Quick download...attached to RTL sdr V4 dongle....driver download...jobs a good 'un. Attached to a dipole on the outside of kitchen window, I'm sucking in all manner of aircraft info. Just great fellas. Great App that works.

★★★★★ donnie spiller · Aug 4, 2025

Must download SDR driver from Google play for app to function as intended. Works great once this is accomplished. Highly recommended

★★★★☆ David C · Jul 11, 2026

Great stand-alone ADS-B app. I have the NooElec NE SDR Nano 3 - Premium Tiny RTL-SDR with the Rattlesnake M6 v2 - Premium 3-Antenna Bundle and this combination works on my Samsung Galaxy note 2 ultra, samsung tablet, and even the cheap android head unit i bought to test other apps. You will need the rtl sdr driver, but they even linked that into the settings making it even simpler to use this app.

★★★★☆ Jason Meredith · Dec 4, 2023

Great little app! The Radar screen is a little too busy, a way to make the radar full screen would solve that issue. Would love too just see the radar with a hidden exit button!

★☆☆☆☆ Sean · Sep 29, 2024

Lied about free use and unusable for specific flight tracking.

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Technologies used by ADS-B Radar (RTL-SDR)

16 permissions · 29 libraries

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Trust & Safety: Permissions include ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION, ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, INTERNET, FOREGROUND_SERVICE, READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, and the advertising ID. It also uses license checking with the Vend-ing store. A prominent disclaimer states the app is intended for hobbyists and should not be relied upon for safety-critical decisions, indicating a cautious safety posture.

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