# Antenna Tool

> Antenna length calculator for ham radio, CB, or other radio applications.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.talixa.antennatool`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Talixa
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 181,080
- **Rating:** 4.38 / 5 (719 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.3Free
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-24
- **First published:** 2014-06-27
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 5.68 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.talixa.antennatool)
- **Website:** [https://bitbucket.org/talixa/antenna-tool/issues](https://bitbucket.org/talixa/antenna-tool/issues)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.talixa.com/privacy.html](http://www.talixa.com/privacy.html)

## Description

**Antenna Tool** is a comprehensive Chrome extension designed for ham radio, CB, and other radio enthusiasts who need precise antenna calculations. This tool supports various antenna types including dipole, vertical (with sizes ranging from 1/8 to full wave), inverted vee, quad loop, delta loop, and yagi antennas. 

Simply input the desired operating frequency, select your antenna type, and the extension instantly provides all necessary dimensions and calculations to build efficient antennas. Perfect for hobbyists and professionals, Antenna Tool streamlines antenna planning and maximizes performance with ease.

## Rankings

- #167,327 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Overall, reviews praise Antenna Tool as quick, easy to use, and helpful for quick measurements and antenna math. Many confirm accurate results, especially for DIY designs. The main recurring issues are occasional inaccurate wavelength calculations for some frequencies, intrusive or flashing ads, and readability problems caused by poor text-background contrast. Some users also request diagrams for antenna types and small feature improvements, but the app’s usability and practical value for hobbyists are the dominant positives.

### Pros

- Easy and quick to use with a simple, user-friendly interface.
- Accurate measurements and calculations, as reported by many users.
- Useful for designing your own antenna; it handles the math.
- Handy app with broad usefulness for antenna enthusiasts; generally positive usability.

### Cons

- Occasional inaccurate wavelength calculations for some frequencies.
- Ads are intrusive, including flashing ads.
- Readability issues due to poor text/background contrast.

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