FT8 Decoder

by Bunzee Research · Communication · $2.99

On Google Play since November 2021 · Data updated 2026-09-28

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AppBrain's verdict

Niche

Total installs: 590
Last updated: September 16, 2026

FT8 Decoder is a niche app, with 590 installs. It doesn't have enough ratings yet to judge what users think.

Pros & Cons

Decodes FT8 traffic from external audio sources, enabling digital-mode use on standard Android phones.
GPS time synchronization support improves decoding accuracy.
Recent 8m band updates expand operating range.
ClockSync guidance helps ensure correct time for FT8 decoding.

Lacks built-in hardware SDR/RTL integration compared to some competitors.

Installs

Tracked by AppBrain

Last 30 days: 10
Play install range: 500+
Launched: November 2021

Installs over time

FT8 Decoder has been installed 590 times. Over the past 30 days, it has been installed 10 times.

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Updates seen on Google Play

Version: 1.0
Launched: November 2021

Sep 16, 2026UpdateVersion 1.0
Jul 21, 2026UpdateVersion 1.0
Apr 6, 2026Installs500+ installs
Feb 20, 2023UpdateVersion 1.0
Sep 13, 2022Price DropNew price: $2.99 ($3.26)

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User feedback

Ratings and reviews on Google Play

Comments on FT8 Decoder for Android

★★★★★ Pazi Gamer · Jan 16, 2023

Works perfectly! I'm using iRig 2 (analog guitar interface) to get the sound from my HF receiver to my phone mic input, and I have already received FT8 on all HF bands. Works also fine with just the phone microphone, but requires me to be quiet which is hard. 73

★★★★☆ David E. Nelson · Jul 2, 2023

This app could be improved by implementing a method of pulling in audio from a physical patch cable directly connecting the audio output of a radio like an ATS-909X directly to the mic input of a phone, to eliminate acoustic noise and signal distortion that comes with holding a headphone up to the mic of a phone. I do not have a "USB sound card", and I should not have to use grid power, because requiring grid power would cost me access to HF radio signals.

★☆☆☆☆ David Hook · Dec 16, 2023

Worked the first couple of times, but now won't decode. I Uninstaller it out of frustration! How about a refund?

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Price: $2.99
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App size: 1.55 MB
Content rating: Everyone

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About the app and developer

About FT8 Decoder

FT8 Decoder is a communication app developed by Bunzee Research.

Install Statistics

FT8 Decoder has been installed 590 times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 10 times.

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App Information

FT8 Decoder costs $2.99. The app size is 1.55 MB. The latest version available is 1.0. The last update was on September 16, 2026.

Technical Requirements

The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since November 2021.

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Store listing

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“This app enables the phone to decode FT8 traffic by listening to external audio.”

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Description by Bunzee Research Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.

The 'FT8 Decoder' app enables an Android phone to decode FT8 traffic by listening to externally provided audio - typically from a SSB or SDR receiver. FT8 is a digital ham radio mode with its origin in the WSJT-X software. FT8 is currently the most popular amateur communications mode on HF ("shortwave")! After installing the app, click on the 'Help' icon for usage instructions.

Getting the time correct on your phone is CRITICAL. Without correct time on your phone, the app will NOT be able to decode FT8 traffic.

For more information (including some goodies), bug reports, and feature requests, please use the associated https://github.com/kholia/DigitalRadioReceiverSupport site.

Note: Please visit this website before purchasing the app.

Thank you for the support - have fun, see you on the air, and 73!

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