SDR Touch - Live radio via USB
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The most popular Software Defined Radio app for Android
- Rating
- 2.9
- 5.1K ratings
- Downloads
- 1M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Aug 17
- 2026 · v2.75
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About SDR Touch - Live radio via USB
SDR Touch allows connecting hardware SDR receivers to Android via a USB cable. Turn any mobile phone or tablet with USB host/OTG support into a portable software defined radio scanner and a spectrum analyser. Driver support exist for RTL-SDR, NeSDR, SDRplay and HackRF.
Listen and record live over-the-air FM stereo radio stations with RDS, weather reports, emergency stations, taxi traffic, airplane communications, audio of analogue TV broadcasts, HAM radio amateurs, digital broadcasts and many more! Depending on hardware used, radio frequency coverage can span from 20 MHz to 2.2 GHz. SDR Touch demodulates broadcast FM, AM, narrowband FM, upper sideband (USB) and lower sideband (LSB) signals.
The built-in RDS monitor will allow exploring the hidden digital data feed that most commercial FM radio stations broadcast. This includes the station's program type (PTY), country of broadcast (ECC), date and time (CT), unique program identifier (PI), list of alternative frequencies (AF) and advanced statistics about the digital RDS carrier signal.
SDR Touch receives live radio via external USB hardware. The app runs offline and does not require a data plan or an internet connection! Take SDR Touch anywhere and find out what hides in the radio spectrum!
In order to run SDR Touch, you will need to plug your SDR receiver into the Android device using an USB OTG cable.
This application is currently experimental and may crash. Please, report any bugs to the email provided in the Help.
Using the open source SDR Driver, you can use one of the following compatible USB radio tuners:
- Generic RTL2832U RTL-SDR (e.g. hama nano)
- DigitalNow Quad DVB-T PCI-E card
- Leadtek WinFast DTV Dongle mini D
- Genius TVGo DVB-T03 USB dongle (Ver. B)
- Terratec Cinergy T Stick Black (rev 1)
- Terratec NOXON DAB/DAB+ USB dongle (rev 1)
- Terratec Deutschlandradio DAB Stick
- Terratec NOXON DAB Stick - Radio Energy
- Terratec Media Broadcast DAB Stick
- Terratec BR DAB Stick
- Terratec WDR DAB Stick
- Terratec MuellerVerlag DAB Stick
- Terratec Fraunhofer DAB Stick
- Terratec Cinergy T Stick RC (Rev.3)
- Terratec T Stick PLUS
- Terratec NOXON DAB/DAB+ USB dongle (rev 2)
- PixelView PV-DT235U(RN)
- Astrometa DVB-T/DVB-T2
- Compro Videomate U620F
- Compro Videomate U650F
- Compro Videomate U680F
- GIGABYTE GT-U7300
- DIKOM USB-DVBT HD
- Peak 102569AGPK
- KWorld KW-UB450-T USB DVB-T Pico TV
- Zaapa ZT-MINDVBZP
- SVEON STV20 DVB-T USB & FM
- Twintech UT-40
- ASUS U3100MINI_PLUS_V2
- SVEON STV27 DVB-T USB & FM
- SVEON STV21 DVB-T USB & FM
- Dexatek DK DVB-T Dongle (Logilink VG0002A)
- Dexatek DK DVB-T Dongle (MSI DigiVox mini II V3.0)
- Dexatek Technology Ltd. DK 5217 DVB-T Dongle
- MSI DigiVox Micro HD
- Sweex DVB-T USB
- GTek T803
- Lifeview LV5TDeluxe
- MyGica TD312
- PROlectrix DV107669
- SDRplay RSP
- HackRF One
- Rad1o
- HackRF Jawbreaker
It is your responsibility to comply with your local law before downloading or using SDR Touch. The SDR Touch team cannot be held responsible for any liabilities due to inappropriate usage of the app.
Listen and record live over-the-air FM stereo radio stations with RDS, weather reports, emergency stations, taxi traffic, airplane communications, audio of analogue TV broadcasts, HAM radio amateurs, digital broadcasts and many more! Depending on hardware used, radio frequency coverage can span from 20 MHz to 2.2 GHz. SDR Touch demodulates broadcast FM, AM, narrowband FM, upper sideband (USB) and lower sideband (LSB) signals.
The built-in RDS monitor will allow exploring the hidden digital data feed that most commercial FM radio stations broadcast. This includes the station's program type (PTY), country of broadcast (ECC), date and time (CT), unique program identifier (PI), list of alternative frequencies (AF) and advanced statistics about the digital RDS carrier signal.
SDR Touch receives live radio via external USB hardware. The app runs offline and does not require a data plan or an internet connection! Take SDR Touch anywhere and find out what hides in the radio spectrum!
In order to run SDR Touch, you will need to plug your SDR receiver into the Android device using an USB OTG cable.
This application is currently experimental and may crash. Please, report any bugs to the email provided in the Help.
Using the open source SDR Driver, you can use one of the following compatible USB radio tuners:
- Generic RTL2832U RTL-SDR (e.g. hama nano)
- DigitalNow Quad DVB-T PCI-E card
- Leadtek WinFast DTV Dongle mini D
- Genius TVGo DVB-T03 USB dongle (Ver. B)
- Terratec Cinergy T Stick Black (rev 1)
- Terratec NOXON DAB/DAB+ USB dongle (rev 1)
- Terratec Deutschlandradio DAB Stick
- Terratec NOXON DAB Stick - Radio Energy
- Terratec Media Broadcast DAB Stick
- Terratec BR DAB Stick
- Terratec WDR DAB Stick
- Terratec MuellerVerlag DAB Stick
- Terratec Fraunhofer DAB Stick
- Terratec Cinergy T Stick RC (Rev.3)
- Terratec T Stick PLUS
- Terratec NOXON DAB/DAB+ USB dongle (rev 2)
- PixelView PV-DT235U(RN)
- Astrometa DVB-T/DVB-T2
- Compro Videomate U620F
- Compro Videomate U650F
- Compro Videomate U680F
- GIGABYTE GT-U7300
- DIKOM USB-DVBT HD
- Peak 102569AGPK
- KWorld KW-UB450-T USB DVB-T Pico TV
- Zaapa ZT-MINDVBZP
- SVEON STV20 DVB-T USB & FM
- Twintech UT-40
- ASUS U3100MINI_PLUS_V2
- SVEON STV27 DVB-T USB & FM
- SVEON STV21 DVB-T USB & FM
- Dexatek DK DVB-T Dongle (Logilink VG0002A)
- Dexatek DK DVB-T Dongle (MSI DigiVox mini II V3.0)
- Dexatek Technology Ltd. DK 5217 DVB-T Dongle
- MSI DigiVox Micro HD
- Sweex DVB-T USB
- GTek T803
- Lifeview LV5TDeluxe
- MyGica TD312
- PROlectrix DV107669
- SDRplay RSP
- HackRF One
- Rad1o
- HackRF Jawbreaker
It is your responsibility to comply with your local law before downloading or using SDR Touch. The SDR Touch team cannot be held responsible for any liabilities due to inappropriate usage of the app.
What’s new
Version 2.75 · Updated August 17, 2026
Bug and stability fixes
User reviews
SDR Touch is awesome. I love this app.
Been using this app for years now. By far the best SDR I've found for Android. It is the only RTL-SDR app I've found in the Google Play Store that is actively maintained with a multi-year track record. There are occasional glitches, but I've never found anything that prevents the use of the app. I'm happy to pay for...
I am able to receive all 10 FM Stations in Hyderabad, India where I stay. But when it comes to Medium Wave stations I am facing problem and unable to receive whatever way I configure. Can you just let me know the configuration details for receiving local Medium Wave Stations.
I have had a great time with rtl-sdr radio and I believe that if someone was going to be in a career that uses radio this would be an excellent radio hobby.
Works as its supposed to. Menu could be improved. Sometimes it makes it hard to navigate. The same with the waterfall. Hard to adjust either freq or bandwidth. Maybe having a dedicated slider on the screen for bandwidth and frequency. Im sure you can over design the app. That being said. Best sdr software for mobile...
I paid for this app 3 or 4 years ago, do I need to purchase it again to use it?
Frequently asked questions
What is SDR Touch?
SDR Touch is an Android app that allows you to connect hardware SDR receivers to your mobile phone or tablet via USB cable.
What can I do with SDR Touch?
With SDR Touch, you can listen to and record live FM stereo radio stations, weather reports, emergency stations, taxi traffic, airplane communications, analogue TV broadcasts, HAM radio amateurs, and more. It can demodulate various signal types, including FM, AM, narrowband FM, upper sideband (USB), and lower sideband (LSB) signals.
Can I explore the hidden digital data broadcasted by FM radio stations with SDR Touch?
Yes, SDR Touch has a built-in RDS monitor that allows you to explore the hidden digital data feed of most commercial FM radio stations. This includes information such as program type, country of broadcast, date and time, program identifier, alternative frequencies, and advanced statistics about the RDS carrier signal.
Does SDR Touch require an internet connection?
No, SDR Touch runs offline and does not require a data plan or an internet connection. You can use it anywhere.
How can I use SDR Touch with my SDR receiver?
To use SDR Touch, you need to plug your SDR receiver into your Android device using a USB OTG cable.
Which USB radio tuners are compatible with SDR Touch?
SDR Touch is compatible with various USB radio tuners, including Generic RTL2832U RTL-SDR, DigitalNow Quad DVB-T PCI-E card, Leadtek WinFast DTV Dongle mini D, and many more. Please refer to the list in the provided text for the full compatibility list.
Is SDR Touch a stable application?
SDR Touch is currently experimental and may crash. If you encounter any bugs, please report them to the email provided in the Help section of the app.
Are there any legal considerations when using SDR Touch?
Yes, it is your responsibility to comply with your local laws before downloading or using SDR Touch. The SDR Touch team cannot be held responsible for any liabilities due to inappropriate usage of the app.
Alternatives to SDR Touch - Live radio via USB
Looking for apps like SDR Touch - Live radio via USB? Here are 2 similar Android apps on Google Play. The highest rated is SDR Touch Key (4.3/5), and 1 of the 2 are free to download.
| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SDR Touch - Live radio via USB | 2.9 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | Aug 17, 2026 | |
| SDR driver | 4.1 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | Aug 16, 2026 | Compare |
| SDR Touch Key | 4.3 / 5 | 10.99 USD | 50,000+ | Nov 8, 2025 | Compare |