A Better Logger for Hams: HAMRS

Logging QSOs shouldn’t feel like work — especially when you’re running portable. Whether you’re activating a POTA park, chasing summits for SOTA, joining Field Day, or just working HF from a hilltop, you need a logging app that’s fast, offline-ready, and built for real operators.

HAMRS is exactly that.

It’s built from the ground up for modern ham radio ops — simple UI, solid performance, and zero learning curve. Whether you run 100 watts or QRP, HAMRS gives you a clean, fast way to log contacts in the field, then export them for LoTW, QRZ, or your main shack log.

🔧 Why HAMRS Matters for Portable Ham Radio

• Offline logging with fast entry — no internet needed
• Templates for POTA, SOTA, Field Day, etc.
• Auto-fill grid squares, park info, and more
• ADIF import/export — seamless integration with Logbook of The World, QRZ, etc.
• FLRig support — auto-fill frequency/mode from your rig (Pro)
• Dark mode for visibility in all lighting conditions
• Built for speed — logs pileups without freezing or lagging

If you’re logging by hand or using bloated shack software on your laptop, HAMRS will feel like a breath of fresh air.

🐧 Install HAMRS on Arch Linux (and Derivatives)

On Arch, Manjaro, CachyOS, or any Arch-based distro, install it from the AUR with:

yay -S hamrs-appimage

This installs the latest AppImage version and sets up a launcher in your menu. Launch it, select your logging template, and you’re ready to go.

🛰️ Perfect for:

• QRP operators
• HF/VHF/UHF field deployments
• Satellite logging (custom templates supported)
• EMCOMM / field exercises
• Club stations
• Quick home station logging without extra config

🧾 Exporting and Uploading Logs

Once you’re done operating, you can:

• Export logs in ADIF format
• Upload directly to QRZ (built-in feature)
• Import into TQSL for Logbook of The World
• Share logs with your club or contest team

HAMRS speaks the language of ham radio. No conversions, no weird formats.

🙌 Support the Developer

HAMRS is built by a fellow ham with optional Pro features like rig control and cloud sync.

Support the project via:

• Patreon
• Merch
• Direct donation

Final Key Point

You already care about radios, antennas, propagation, and signal reports — don’t let your logging app be the weakest part of your setup.

HAMRS was made for you — the operator in the field, in the car, in the club tent. If you value efficiency and simplicity while still hitting all the right ham features, this is your logger.

📻 Every Day Is Field Day™
🔗 https://www.hamrs.app