Free Portable Ham — Radio Programming Software

Many hams don't realize that Kenwood provides a line of for their older (but still excellent) radios. The MCP (Memory Control Program) series for models like the TH-F6A, TM-V71A, and TS-2000 is available for free on Kenwood's official support site.

If you bought a budget radio like a Baofeng UV-5R for $25, paying $50 for a programming cable and software defeats the purpose of the bargain. Free software levels the playing field, allowing budget-conscious hams to access advanced features without breaking the bank. free ham radio programming software

(Limited but Useful)

Visit RepeaterBook.com. Search by your county. Select 2m (144-148 MHz) and 70cm (440-450 MHz). Download CSV. Many hams don't realize that Kenwood provides a

This "cloud-to-CSV" method is 100% free and arguably more powerful than standalone paid software. Select 2m (144-148 MHz) and 70cm (440-450 MHz)

While not "software" per se, combine RepeaterBook (free website) with CSV export, and you have a free programming workflow: