QSO Globe — Ham Radio Log
QSO Globe is a ham radio logbook for iOS that visualizes global contacts and solar propagation on a 3D globe.
The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
It removes the friction of manual log entry for field activators by mapping live POTA spots directly to the logging interface.
For Amateur radio operators, specifically POTA activators and greyline enthusiasts.
What does it look like?
Key features
Real-time solar terminator and greyline propagation rendering.
Green pins on the globe auto-fill log entries for active parks.
Standardized log synchronization for LoTW and POTA.
How much does it cost?
QSO Globe is currently offered as a free utility with no visible subscription or IAP gates.
Velocity
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The app currently maintains a maintenance-level cadence, with only one release shipped in the last 27 days. Development appears focused on initial stability following the launch of the latest version. There is no evidence of a recurring live-ops schedule or frequent feature updates. Future development remains to be seen as the app establishes its post-launch trajectory.
Who built it?
MATTHEW MALHAM
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What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for QSO Globe — Ham Radio Log
How's the Utilities market?
QSO Globe occupies a niche utility slot in the amateur radio category, focusing on visual propagation rather than pure database management. Its free, account-less model contrasts with the subscription-heavy landscape of established logbook tools.
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Key takeaways for QSO Globe — Ham Radio Log
Where is it heading?
The amateur radio utility market is currently consolidating around established logbook platforms that offer deep cloud integration. QSO Globe's focus on local-first, visual propagation tracking positions it as a specialized tool for field activators rather than a primary station logbook.
- The app maintains a maintenance-only release cadence, which limits the risk of regression but slows the response to evolving POTA logging standards.
The SWOT
- 3D globe visualization provides immediate propagation context
- POTA live spotting integration reduces manual entry friction
- Local-first data architecture ensures log privacy
- Automated QSL card generation for session souvenirs
- Interactive, location-aware band-plan references
Next best moves
Ship automated QSL card generation because it creates a shareable souvenir loop → increase organic discovery
+ 1 more prioritized moveThe counter-intuitive read
The lack of cloud-sync is a feature, not a bug…
Read the full takeSince the last report: QSO Globe has refined its competitive stance by formalizing a local-first, privacy-focused architecture. This pivot differentiates the app from cloud-reliant logbooks and informs a new roadmap focused on automated QSL generation.
Bottom line
The 3D propagation visualization creates a distinct utility for greyline operators, but the lack of a proven track record requires a focus on stability to retain early adopters.
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Is QSO Globe suitable for my primary station logbook?
Does QSO Globe require an internet connection to log contacts?
How does QSO Globe compare to other POTA logging apps?
Sources
- [1] App Store
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