fldigi
« Back to VersTracker
Description:
Ham radio digital modem application
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.2.10@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: ham-radio digital-modes modem amateur-radio communication
Install: brew install --cask fldigi
About:
FLdigi is a cross-platform software modem application for amateur radio operators. It enables computers to transmit and receive digital signals over radio, supporting a wide array of modulation modes including PSK31, RTTY, and Olivia. This tool is essential for keyboard-to-keyboard chat, data transmission, and weak signal communication.
Key Features:
  • Supports over 100 digital modes including PSK31, RTTY, and Olivia
  • Integrated rig control for transceiver frequency synchronization
  • Built-in macros for automated message transmission
  • Audio spectrum analysis and waterfall display
Use Cases:
  • Keyboard-to-keyboard text communication over HF radio
  • Transmitting and receiving weather data or bulletins
  • Emergency communication when voice channels are unavailable
Alternatives:
  • WSJT-X – Specialized for weak-signal modes like FT8 and JT65, whereas FLdigi offers a broader range of traditional modes.
  • CQRLOG – Primarily a logging application, not a direct modem replacement.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 18, 2025 4:20am 4.2.10 0 VERSION_BUMP 44a5f698
Sep 15, 2025 11:39am 4.2.09 0 VERSION_BUMP 510829a4
Sep 8, 2025 7:52pm 4.2.09 0 VERSION_BUMP 858643af