# Zello PTT Walkie Talkie

> Fast and simple walkie talkie app

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.loudtalks`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Zello Inc
- **Category:** COMMUNICATION
- **Downloads:** 122,104,016
- **Rating:** 4.17 / 5 (757,576 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.15.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-01
- **First published:** 2011-07-25
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 96 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.loudtalks)
- **Website:** [https://zello.com/](https://zello.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://zello.com/legal/privacy-policy/](https://zello.com/legal/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Zello PTT Walkie Talkie transforms your phone or tablet into a lightning-fast, free push-to-talk (PTT) radio app. Experience real-time, high-quality voice streaming with your contacts via private chats or join public channels hosting up to 6000 users. Features include hardware PTT button mapping, Bluetooth headset support, voice history, call alerts, image sharing, and push notifications. Compatible over WiFi, 2G, 3G, or 4G networks, Zello ensures seamless communication anytime, anywhere.

Ideal for individual users and enterprises alike, Zello supports both free public service and private Zello Enterprise Servers, with advanced features like live location tracking available through the Zello Work service. Regular updates enhance functionality, and users can connect across platforms including PC. Stay connected and communicate effortlessly with Zello’s proprietary low-latency PTT protocol.

## Rankings

- #1,211 — Overall
- #153 — Communication (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.BROADCAST_STICKY`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_OWN_CALLS`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.STOP_APP_SWITCHES`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.loudtalks.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.loudtalks.permission.ACTIVITY`
- `com.loudtalks.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

Reviews largely praise Zello for its positive performance and group/media features, but repeatedly flag connectivity and network reliability concerns that can hinder usage.

### Pros

- Overall positive reception with frequent mentions of Good/Excellent/Best.
- Fast and convenient voice messaging with quick media sharing within private groups.
- Used by users for staying connected in real-world scenarios (e.g., storm-chasing groups and weather updates) and noted for long-term use.

### Cons

- Connectivity and network reliability issues, including trouble reaching Zello over Wi-Fi or certain networks (reported across multiple reviews).

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