SDR++ Community Edition is a cross-platform software-defined radio application and a community-driven fork of SDR++ that focuses on being straightforward to use while extending the original project with stronger analysis and monitoring capabilities.
It supports a broad range of SDR hardware including RTL-SDR, HackRF, LimeSDR, AirSpy, PlutoSDR, and USRP devices, making it useful for broadcast analysis, signal monitoring, and general radio exploration.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Real-time FM MPX spectrum analysis with professional visualisation tools.
- RDS decoding with stereo left/right channel analysis for broadcast inspection.
- Frequency scanning with frequency manager integration, band support, and automatic tuning profiles.
- Per-entry tuning profiles and band definitions for more organised tuning workflows.
- Spectrum analyser with waterfall display for live signal monitoring.
- Digital mode decoding for ADS-B, AIS, APRS, M17, and POCSAG.
- Support for amateur radio, satellite tracking, and radio astronomy applications.
- Cross-platform support – runs under Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Website: github.com/LunaeMons/SDRPlusPlus_CommunityEdition
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Developer: Lunae Mons Research
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
SDR++ Community Edition is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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