# DX Spots

> Live feed of the DX Cluster network, Showing all Amateur (Ham) Radio spots.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dxpredictions.dxspots](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dxpredictions.dxspots)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dxpredictions.dxspots`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** JDG Tech
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 16,225
- **Rating:** 4.04 / 5 (121 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.31
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-30
- **First published:** 2016-05-07
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 34 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dxpredictions.dxspots)
- **Website:** [https://www.jgservices.net](https://www.jgservices.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.jgservices.net/privacy-policy](https://www.jgservices.net/privacy-policy)

## Description

DX Spots is a powerful Chrome extension that delivers a live feed of the DX Cluster network, displaying all current Amateur (Ham) Radio spots across various bands and modes. It provides real-time updates from the cluster server, making it an essential tool for ham radio enthusiasts.

Key features include preference memory for filters, allowing users to maintain their customized view, and an improved interface that merges band and filter options into a streamlined "Filters" section for easier navigation. Whether you're tracking rare contacts or monitoring band conditions, DX Spots offers an efficient way to stay informed on the go.

## Rankings

- #469,960 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.dxpredictions.dxspots.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users find DX Spots easy to use, customizable with many filters, and a dependable tool for DX spotting and QRZ lookup. However, common issues include unreliable or missing alerts, slow or non-real-time updates, app crashes on some devices, difficulties adding spots, and frequency display inaccuracies in certain filters.

### Pros

- Many filters to choose from allowing customization
- Easy and simple to use for DX spotting
- Useful and relevant tool for amateur radio enthusiasts
- Good for on-the-go spotting and dependable
- Provides QRZ lookup functionality

### Cons

- Alerts do not work reliably or are missing
- App can be slow to update spots and not real-time
- Crashes reported on some devices such as Samsung Galaxy S9
- Users unable to add spots or locate where to enter spots
- Frequency display issues with certain filters like 12 meter digital

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dxpredictions.dxspots)