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

I found this SDR kit to be an excellent choice for beginners looking to explore software-defined radio. It works exactly as advertised, and the bundled antenna makes setup quick and easy while providing decent reception across FM, VHF, and UHF frequencies. The included suction cup and tripod have been incredibly useful for positioning the antenna on glass windows or poles to optimize signal reception.I live in an area where buildings are tightly packed side by side, and the units have no balcony, yet I was still able to receive good signals even with the antenna installed inside my unit. This has made the setup incredibly convenient, especially for those in similar living conditions. I’ve tested this unit on Windows, Mac, and Linux machines, and it performed exceptionally well on all three platforms. Overall, I highly recommend this affordable SDR dongle to anyone interested in getting started with SDR.

I'm just getting into RTL SDS scanning, so I am not an expert by any means, but this one comes highly rated. It's fairly simple to use and connect, but depending on what types of signals you're trying to decode and listen to, the antenna kit that comes with it leads a little to be desired. I suppose it does at very basics what it's supposed to, but if you're looking to do anything real with RTL SDS, you're going to want a better more specific antenna for your signals. If I had to do it over again I would have just foregone the antenna kit all together and just bought the dongle on its own. No complaints about the dongle, it works as intended.

I bought RTL-SDR Blog receiver as an affordable intro to Software Defined Radio. - In my exploration of the hardware, I find capable electronics in a quality metal enclosure, for under $100 including antenna kit. This appeals to my sense of frugality as I can begin learning SDR basics with the affordable RTL-SDR Blog receiver. Affordability makes this receiver ideal for beginners learning SDR hardware and software. I recommend the kit antenna, which is worth the extra expense to quickly get started receiving signal. Also, the telescoping dipole antenna design makes it easy to adjust the length of the antenna to better receive specific frequencies. From my experience so far, I do recommend the RTL-SDR Blog receiver to novices entering the hobby, as well as anyone seeking affordable intro SDR equipment. This SDR receiver will likely require some time to learn the basics and configure to your needs. It is not something that is 'plug-&-play' as much as hardware that requires proper installation, and configuration for specific purposes. Buy the RTL-SDR Blog receiver to get started on an SDR learning journey, but expect to invest time learning some necessary basics before use.I find this device a good deal for learning to use current SDR hardware and software. - As an absolute novice, I invested in the RTL-SDR Blog receiver to learn as much as I can about SDR. I chose this as an affordable way to begin learning, and discovered an enthusiastic community of users. This SDR device seems enormously popular with the amateur hobbyist community, with active forums, topical video and web sites.SDR hardware is not 'plug-&-play,' so realistically, expect to invest some time into learning basic setup, device drivers, software configuration. If approached with patience and curiosity, this device is an ideal first SDR.The antenna kit is convenient, and worth the extra cost. I had the antenna assembled, mounted, and attached to the RTL-SDR Blog receiver in less than 10 minutes.I recommend the RTL-SDR Blog receiver to amateurs, hobbyists, and others interested in affordable SDR learning. It is not a, 'plug-&-play' device so expect to invest time in learning hardware, software, and exploration of SDR in general. I have found the hardware is simple to attach to my PC, however software can present learning challenges and opportunities for the curious.

Great idea and if it worked better it would be awesome. Wouldn't work with airspy or SDR++ but got it to work with SDR console software. I live in the country and it isn't very sensitive. Probably need a good external antenna. Also make certain your PC has every possible update or it won't work. It's cheap tho

The RTL-SDR Blog V4 comes highly rated from a number of sources on-line and for good reason. It is a very versatile SDR, supported by most available SDR software. The antenna accessories work well too.You may want two of these to work with SDRTrunk.

Ever wanted to know what's going on around you? This works great relieving signals and with good software there's all kinds of fun stuff to listen to.

I need to use it more but it has been an awesome gadget to have, especially for the price! I have the V3 and V4 now and they do better at different frequencies. I think these are fantastic for the price, and great for getting into Amateur Radio or simply checking out what type of RF sources you have near you. I was able to listen into local HAM Net's and the repeater, visuaze active frequencies, and it is fun to explore the local spectrum.The price for higher end gear really gets up there, so grab one of these before you go spending that type of money. While I don't use it much, just due to being busy, I still have it and may use it more, and I didn't buy a $500+ box to do the same things. I may build a remote server to collect data from local rf sources and monitor sometime with this, there are a lot of potential use cases, from recording what is going on with a local repeater to figuring out what inteference you have locally, awesome little device!

Nice included kit pieces to get started and try it out. Obviously needs longer, bigger antenna to start getting serious but upon first install was able to get AM/FM and FM-HD stations around Atlanta. Got a few other close bands but need bigger (and outdoor) antenna to make it happy. Get and burn the PiSDR-Image, makes it very simple for RPi use. (Pi4 or higher recommended)