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RF Analyzer (FOSS)
Dennis Mantz
Analyze RF signals on Android with HackRF, RTL-SDR, Airspy and HydraSDR.
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About RF Analyzer (FOSS)
RF Analyzer turns your Android device into a real-time spectrum analyzer for
Software Defined Radio (SDR). Visualize and listen to radio signals around
you - from amateur radio to broadcast signals and beyond.
Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned ham, RF Analyzer offers a
hands-on, interactive way to explore radio signals.
FEATURES
- Works with HackRF, RTL-SDR, Airspy, Airspy HF, HydraSDR or pre-recorded IQ files
- View live spectrum (FFT) and waterfall plots
- Demodulate AM, FM, SSB, and CW signals
- Record raw IQ samples for offline analysis
- A responsive and modern Material Design interface
- Scroll, zoom, and tune through the bands
- Built-in context-aware help and a full offline in-app manual
- Bookmarks for Stations and Bands
- Import from SDR# or SDR++
- Automatically synchronize with online lists (EiBi DB, POTA & SOTA Spots)
REQUIREMENTS
- Android phone or tablet (with USB OTG support)
- Supported SDR hardware (HackRF, RTL-SDR, Airspy (HF+) or HydraSDR)
Note: The RTL-SDR Blog v4 is fully supported.
- USB OTG adapter (USB-A female to USB-C for modern phones)
Note: This is not necessary for SDRs with USB-C connector (e.g. the HydraSDR)
LEARN MORE
Want to go deeper? The full user manual is available online with signal
identification tips, ham radio basics, and more:
How to install RF Analyzer (FOSS)
- Tap Download — the app's official page on F-Droid opens.
- Install it with the F-Droid app (recommended, for automatic updates), or use the download button on that page.
- If Android asks, allow the F-Droid app or your browser to install apps, then tap Install.
- Open RF Analyzer (FOSS) from your app drawer.





