WSPR Watch — Practical App for Amateur Radio Operators
WSPR Watch is an iPhone application built for users who monitor WSPRnet. It gives a quick view of who is receiving your transmissions and supplies detailed information about each reception report (spot). The app is straightforward to navigate and focuses on delivering the most useful data cleanly and quickly.
Main Capabilities
- Exportable data: Create a tab-delimited CSV file you can open in Numbers (or another spreadsheet app) to perform deeper sorting, filtering, and graphing outside the app.
- Quick callsign lookup: Tap any spot in the list to jump straight to a QRZ.com lookup for more background on the station.
- Clear table view: Spots are presented in an organized table with all the key fields visible at a glance for rapid review.
How it Works
Spots are shown in a simple table layout that makes it easy to scan recent receptions. Selecting an entry launches a web lookup so you can view the operator’s details on QRZ.com without leaving the app. The interface is designed for efficiency during casual monitoring or while you’re operating.
Exporting and Post-Processing
One notable feature is the app’s ability to export your spot list as a tab-delimited CSV. Exporting to Numbers on the iPhone lets you apply spreadsheet tools—sort by time or signal strength, filter by call area or band, and create charts to visualize propagation and reception patterns.
Alternative Option
Suggested substitute — MyTOYOTA (free)
Summary
WSPR Watch is a compact, easy-to-use utility for operators interested in WSPR activity. With its export capabilities, quick QRZ lookups, and clean table presentation, it simplifies tracking who can hear you and supports further analysis when you need it.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free