--- schema_type: "SoftwareApplication" entity_type: "Mobile Application" app_name: "OpenMHz" developer_entity: "Luke Berndt" bundle_id: "com.robotastic.openmhz" app_store_id: "6466666994" category: "News" primary_platform: "ios" primary_monetization: "Free" offline_capable: false market_region: "US" platforms: "iOS" app_last_updated: "2024-12-02" report_date: "2026-04-19" report_version: "1.1.1" total_reviews: 147 overall_rating: 4.06 confidence: "low" confidence_score: 0.25 data_age_days: 74 intelligence_version: 2 tags: ["news", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "individuals", "interested", "monitoring"] canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-robotastic-openmhz" license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0" last_verified: "2026-04-19T14:59:31.656Z" --- # OpenMHz App Audit > **TL;DR:** OpenMHz is a news app by Luke Berndt, rated 4.06/5 by 147 users, available on iOS. > > **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence. > **Key Insight:** OpenMHz is a news app by Luke Berndt. ## Quick Facts | Fact | Value | | :--- | :--- | | **Rating** | 4.06/5 (147 reviews) | | **Category** | News | | **Developer** | Luke Berndt | | **Pricing** | Free | | **Platforms** | iOS | | **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) | | **Data Age** | 74d | ## Metadata & Market Performance - **Publisher:** Luke Berndt - **Category:** News - **Target Audience:** Individuals interested in monitoring local police, fire, and emergency radio communications. - **Platforms:** iOS - **Version Audited:** 1.1.1 - **Audit Date:** 2026-04-19 - **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed - **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0) - **App Store ID (iOS):** 6466666994 - **Bundle ID:** com.robotastic.openmhz - **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-04-19 ## Executive Snapshot OpenMHz provides live and archived access to public safety radio communications across the United States. Unlike traditional scanners, the platform utilizes Software Defined Radio technology to capture and store individual transmissions for playback. It is notable for offering a 30-day archive of radio traffic at no cost to the user. ## App DNA (Features & Intent) - **[Standard] Live Radio Streaming:** Provides real-time audio access to over 225 city, county, and state radio systems. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. - **[Standard] 30-Day Archive:** Allows users to scroll back in time to listen to previously recorded radio transmissions. - **[Standard] Software Defined Radio Capture:** Records all channels simultaneously and saves each transmission individually for precise playback. - **[Standard] Ad-Free Experience:** The service is provided without advertisements or required in-app purchases. * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features. ## Monetization Strategy - **Model:** Free ## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) OpenMHz is an established news app that is completely free. With a 4.06/5 rating from 147 reviews, it shows polarized user reception. > **Bottom Line:** OpenMHz differentiates itself by offering a searchable, 30-day archive of individual radio transmissions using Software Defined Radio technology. **Best for:** Individuals interested in monitoring local police, fire, and emergency radio communications. ## Key Metrics Summary | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Overall Rating | 4.06/5 | | Total Reviews | 147 | | Confidence | Low | | Pricing Model | Free | | Platforms | iOS | | Key Features | 4 analyzed | ## Competitor Comparison | App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **OpenMHz** (this app) | 4.06/5 | N/A | Luke Berndt | | [News4JAX+](https://marlvel.ai/apps/news4jax) | 3.6/5 | N/A | Graham Media Group, Inc | | [The Press of Atlantic City](https://marlvel.ai/apps/the-press-of-atlantic-city) | 4.3/5 | Mixed | BH Media Group | | [KPRC 2 News](https://marlvel.ai/apps/kprc-2-news) | 4.6/5 | N/A | Graham Media Group, Inc | | [News4Jax - WJXT Channel 4](https://marlvel.ai/apps/news4jax-wjxt-channel-4) | 4.6/5 | N/A | Graham Media Group, Inc | | [Shreveport-Bossier Advocate](https://marlvel.ai/apps/shreveport-bossier-advocate) | 4.8/5 | N/A | Capital City Press, LLC | ## Company Profile - **Developer:** Luke Berndt ## Data Sources & Links - **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/openmhz/id6466666994?uo=2) - **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews. ## Related Intel Reports - [*News4JAX+*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/news4jax) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 3.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*The Press of Atlantic City*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/the-press-of-atlantic-city) (BH Media Group) — 4.3/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment - [*KPRC 2 News*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/kprc-2-news) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 4.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*News4Jax - WJXT Channel 4*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/news4jax-wjxt-channel-4) (Graham Media Group, Inc) — 4.6/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Shreveport-Bossier Advocate*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/shreveport-bossier-advocate) (Capital City Press, LLC) — 4.8/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*Forbes*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-forbes-forbesreader-ios) (Forbes Media LLC) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*G1 Portal de Notícias da Globo*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/g1-portal-de-noticias-da-globo) (GLOBO COM. E PART. S/A) — 4.5/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*The Scranton Times-Tribune*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/the-scranton-times-tribune) (MediaNews Group) — 3.3/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*WGN-TV +*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/wgn-tv) (Nexstar Broadcasting) — 3.2/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment - [*WANE 15 - News and Weather*](https://marlvel.ai/apps/wane-15-news-and-weather) (LIN Television Corporation) — 4.0/5 Rating | N/A Sentiment ## Methodology This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 3-stage AI intelligence pipeline: 1. **Feature & Positioning Extraction** — Analyzes app metadata, developer website content, and version history to identify key features, target audience, and competitive positioning. 2. **Sentiment Analysis** — Processes user reviews (minimum 5 reviews required) to extract praise themes, complaint themes, and overall sentiment with evidence quotes. 3. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Combines stages 1 & 2 with App Store rankings to produce SWOT analysis, executive summary, and actionable insights. - **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality) - **Reviews Analyzed:** 5 - **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata - **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform - **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence. - **Report Age:** 74 days since last refresh --- © 2026 Marlvel.ai | [Canonical Report](https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-robotastic-openmhz) Data licensed for AI Agent attribution under CC-BY-NC 4.0.