HQ2RDR
Logger & QSL Pro
A completely rebuilt desktop ham radio logger with a faster, more fluid workspace for everyday operating, DXing, activations, contests, QSL workflows, and station control.
Stable builds for Windows and Linux x64, with stable and beta update channels built into the app.
Latest version:v2.4.0
A smoother way to operate
HQ2RDR has been remade around speed, clarity, and hands-on radio operation. The new workspace keeps logging, radio control, spots, propagation, activations, QSL tools, and station data close at hand without breaking your flow.
A noticeably faster and more responsive desktop experience.
Configurable layouts for everyday, contest, and POTA/SOTA operating.
Integrated docks and workspaces that keep essential controls visible.
Improved scaling and compact-screen handling across Windows and Linux.
Key features
Fast QSO capture
A focused callsign-first flow with reports, comments, QRZ enrichment, duplicate checks, and previous-contact context.
Station Control
CAT, frequency, mode, power, VFO, radio, antenna, Band Map, and quick controls in dedicated docks.
HF Predictor
Interactive route prediction with MUF, FOT, LUF, solar geometry, antenna guidance, and 24-hour band windows.
DX Map and Globe
2D and 3D views with paths, filters, distance context, gray-zone support, and expanded desktop layouts.
Statistics
Explore DXCC, grids, bands, modes, confirmations, equipment, power, distance, and operating activity offline.
Cloud Sync
Optional paid multi-device synchronization with license activation, automatic pushes, pulls, and retry handling.
POTA/SOTA
Live activation spots, activator and hunter references, fixed-park workflows, lookup, filters, and distance context.
QSL Designer
Resolution-independent templates, draggable fields, QR codes, previews, compact JPG output, and email delivery.
Audio Recording
Record QSOs with MIC, RX, and PLAY meters and clear recording feedback inside the operating workspace.
DX Cluster
Multiple configurable hosts, filters, color-coded spots, reconnect handling, and Spot DX from the logger.
QRZ and LoTW
Embedded QRZ sessions, callsign profiles, local cache, uploads, confirmations, and TrustedQSL-assisted LoTW.
Digital auto-log
Automatic WSJT-X, JTDX, and MSHV logging through UDP/ADIF broadcasts for modern digital workflows.
See the new workspace
Development-build captures of the HQ2RDR 2.2.0 feature set.
Contest operating workspace
Band Map, Station Control, fast QSO entry, logbook, and DX Cluster arranged in one configurable layout.
HF propagation predictor
Route mapping, real-time space weather, MUF/FOT/LUF curves, and the best amateur-band windows for the next 24 hours.
POTA/SOTA activations
Activator and hunter references, live spots, park lookup, filters, and QSO context inside the logging workflow.
QRZ and QSL services
An embedded QRZ session, profile lookup cache, QSL queues, service health, Cloud Sync, and propagation context.
QSL Designer
Visual field placement, scalable templates, QR-code controls, previews, batch generation, and direct email actions.
Statistics explorer
Filterable operating, award, QSL, band, time, country, confirmation, equipment, power, and distance analytics.
Licensing
Free
The complete local logger and operating toolkit, with no Cloud Sync license required.
- Full logger
- HF Predictor
- QSL Designer
- DX Cluster
- Maps and statistics
- ADIF import/export
Cloud Sync
Add secure multi-device synchronization while keeping the full local app available for free.
- Everything in Free
- Multi-device sync
- Automatic push and pull
- Multi-logbook support
- Deletion synchronization
- Automatic retry queue
Download HQ2RDR
Get the latest stable build for your platform
What’s new
Protected saved workspace layouts from stale or concurrent settings writers, with profile-level merging, isolated resets, atomic replacement, and configuration backup recovery.
Route- and date-aware HF solar geometry, independent antenna suitability guidance, and an actionable duplicate-QSO review with safe single-copy deletion.
Interactive HF propagation prediction, 24-hour band guidance, Linux x64 packaging, native Net Manager workflows, desktop scaling, and expanded operating layouts.
Resolution-independent QSL layouts, draggable field boxes, compact JPG output, and logbook actions for generating and sending cards.
To get a Cloud Sync license or support: [email protected]