RTL-SDR Blog V4 R828D RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO HF Bias Tee SMA Software Defined Radio with Dipole Antenna Kit

If you’re buying this then you probably know what you want but in a nutshell this single works well with almost all operating systems and SDR applications. I was impressed with the included accessories. Easy to set up. Good value for money. Stays fairly cool during operation with its metal casing. Good reception, better than my handheld scanner in the same location.

Working exactly as expected. Using on Intel iMAC with SDR++ for general scanning, listening on air traffic, amateur radio, LW & MW. Using Guglielmo App for DAB radio and just starting with Satdump App for weather Data reception and more. All mentioned apps downloadable without need to compile so very easy to setup. No driver install required with mentioned macOS apps. If you want to get into SDR, the RTL-SDR Blog V4 is the very best way to start.

I am not quite sure how to rate this device.It certainly seems excellent value for the money, but, having said that, I think I would recommend the casual listener to just buy a radio!Firstly, the installation is not automatic. You must go to their website and read the starter guide, and download a driver. This is not a simple installation. It requires you to find an run an application that will replace/install a new driver for a USB device you have to search for. Not at all plug and play! Having said that, it's not THAT difficult, but it will end in some people sending the dongle back.I was very disappointed with the total lack of channels. Compared to many years ago, there is almost nothing now. And even the channels that do exist, most of them seem to be off most of the time.Certainly, the idea of an SDR radio is fantastic. I am just not sure that we haven't missed the "golden era" of radio.Recommended because it's a great product, but you may be disappointed in what you can pick up.

Gr8 TUVM

Working perfectly, value for money definitely, Reception is really good.

This item is small in size but packs a punch. The display is sharp, you can can search using a wide rang of frequency, to fine tune or to speed dial. I am vey impressed, the antenna is indoor and comes with several adaptors, however it would be expected you will change the antenna at some stage. Overall, well worth the money.

I bought this device to monitor oil level in home assistant as oilpal no longer supply this aervice. It was easy to set up and after a few minor technical issues I have it all working. I bought the version with two aerials supplied. Unfortunately one of them was broken on arrival and the other is way too big to be installed in the house. I contacted seller but received no response. I am using with an aerial that I had on the now obsolete modem that was originally sending data to oilpal.I would recommend the device, but don't bother with the aerials. Get that separately.

COMPACT & EASY TO USE AFTER SET UP.