Packet Commander1.1.5
Publisher Description
Packet Commander brings a classic terminal experience for packet radio to your iPhone or iPad.
Try it free. The download includes 5 full connection sessions so you can explore the features and confirm compatibility before purchasing. After that, a purchase is required to continue connecting. Note: An amateur radio license is required to operate on the air.
Powerful Terminal
. Full-screen terminal for interacting with packet nodes and BBS over amateur radio
. Classic color themes inspired by iconic computers
. Adjustable fonts and layout for readability and screen efficiency
. YAPP protocol support for file transfers
. Dictation-ready for composing messages hands-free
. Smart filename selection - double tap to highlight and copy
Smarter Packet Connections
. Location-aware digipeater routing: automatically recalls the last-used path at each location
. Seamless iCloud sync for nodes and digipeaters across all your devices
. Compatible with popular packet node software including BPQ32, URONode, and others
Over-the-Air Monitor
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
. Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
. Search by address or content
. Export the log to a file for later analysis
Works with the Gear You Love
. Auto-discovery of Bluetooth and TCP TNCs, including Dire Wolf on DigiPi
. Automatic frequency set/restore on supported radios
. Built-in, high-performance 1200 baud AFSK software modem
. Optimized for VHF/UHF packet at both 1200 and 9600 baud
Compatible with the Following Radios and TNCs:
Radios with Built-in TNCs (Auto-sets and restores frequency on those radios)
. BTECH UV-PRO, UV-50PRO
. VERO VR-N76, VR-N7600
. RADIODITY GA-5WB, DB50-B
. Kenwood TH-D74*, TH-D75*
. PicoAPRS V4
*Requires B.B. Link Bluetooth adapter
Portable KISS TNCs
. Mobilinkd TNC3, TNC4
. LiNK500 TNC
. DigiPi
. Dire Wolf Software TNC
Audio Interfaces (Using built-in software modem)
. Digirig Lite
. Digirig VOX PTT Cable
. AIOC (All-In-One Cable)
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Version History * Improved packet connection reliability and recovery.
* Fixed connections through digipeaters stalling after lost frames. 1.1.5 Aug 16 - Fixed app freezes when toggling Monitor filter options
- Added support for 1.25m band frequencies (222–225 MHz)
- Various stability improvements 1.1.4 Jul 16 • Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio. 1.1.3 Mar 31 Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled. 1.1.2 Jan 5 • Added frequency change support for the VR-N7600, UV-50PRO and DB50-B mobile radios. 1.1.1 12/04/2025 New Monitor Tab
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
• Search by address or content
• Export the log to a file for later analysis 1.1.0 07/14/2025 1.0.0 06/13/2025
About Packet Commander
The company that develops Packet Commander is Makena Ventures LLC. The latest version released by its developer is 1.1.5.
To install Packet Commander on your iOS device, just click the green Continue To App button above to start the installation process. The app is listed on our website since 2026-10-15 and was downloaded 1 times. We have already checked if the download link is safe, however for your own protection we recommend that you scan the downloaded app with your antivirus. Your antivirus may detect the Packet Commander as malware if the download link is broken.
How to install Packet Commander on your iOS device:
- Click on the Continue To App button on our website. This will redirect you to the App Store.
- Once the Packet Commander is shown in the iTunes listing of your iOS device, you can start its download and installation. Tap on the GET button to the right of the app to start downloading it.
- If you are not logged-in the iOS appstore app, you'll be prompted for your your Apple ID and/or password.
- After Packet Commander is downloaded, you'll see an INSTALL button to the right. Tap on it to start the actual installation of the iOS app.
- Once installation is finished you can tap on the OPEN button to start it. Its icon will also be added to your device home screen.
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Version History
version 1.1.5
posted on 2026-10-15
Version History * Improved packet connection reliability and recovery.
* Fixed connections through digipeaters stalling after lost frames. 1.1.5 Aug 16 - Fixed app freezes when toggling Monitor filter options
- Added support for 1.25m band frequencies (222–225 MHz)
- Various stability improvements 1.1.4 Jul 16 • Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio. 1.1.3 Mar 31 Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled. 1.1.2 Jan 5 • Added frequency change support for the VR-N7600, UV-50PRO and DB50-B mobile radios. 1.1.1 12/04/2025 New Monitor Tab
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
• Search by address or content
• Export the log to a file for later analysis 1.1.0 07/14/2025 1.0.0 06/13/2025
version 1.1.5
posted on 2026-08-21
Version History * Improved packet connection reliability and recovery.
* Fixed connections through digipeaters stalling after lost frames. 1.1.5 4d ago - Fixed app freezes when toggling Monitor filter options
- Added support for 1.25m band frequencies (222–225 MHz)
- Various stability improvements 1.1.4 Jul 16 • Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio. 1.1.3 Mar 31 Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled. 1.1.2 Jan 5 • Added frequency change support for the VR-N7600, UV-50PRO and DB50-B mobile radios. 1.1.1 12/04/2025 New Monitor Tab
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
• Search by address or content
• Export the log to a file for later analysis 1.1.0 07/14/2025 1.0.0 06/13/2025
version 1.1.4
posted on 2026-07-24
Version History - Fixed app freezes when toggling Monitor filter options
- Added support for 1.25m band frequencies (222–225 MHz)
- Various stability improvements 1.1.4 Jul 16 • Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio. 1.1.3 Mar 31 Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled. 1.1.2 Jan 5 • Added frequency change support for the VR-N7600, UV-50PRO and DB50-B mobile radios. 1.1.1 12/04/2025 New Monitor Tab
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
• Search by address or content
• Export the log to a file for later analysis 1.1.0 07/14/2025 1.0.0 06/13/2025
version 1.1.3
posted on 2026-07-06
Version History • Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio. 1.1.3 Mar 31 Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled. 1.1.2 Jan 5 • Added frequency change support for the VR-N7600, UV-50PRO and DB50-B mobile radios. 1.1.1 12/04/2025 New Monitor Tab
Connect to your radio and decode over-the-air traffic in real time. AX.25 frames are decoded and presented in an easy-to-read format.
• Filter traffic to display exactly what you’re looking for
• Search by address or content
• Export the log to a file for later analysis 1.1.0 07/14/2025 1.0.0 06/13/2025
version 1.1.2
posted on 2026-01-05
Added support for the AIOC (All-In-One Cable) audio interface with the internal packet modem. Ensure the AIOC is running firmware version 1.4.1 or later and that AutoPTT is enabled.
version 1.1.3
posted on 1970-01-01
• Fixed CAT control support for the DB50-B radio.
