20 Best Rtl-sdr Usb Dongle [2024]

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1 RTL-SDR Blog R820T2 RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO SMA Software Defined Radio (Dongle Only) RTL-SDR Blog R820T2 RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO SMA Software Defined Radio (Dongle Only)
2 Nooelec NESDR Mini USB RTL-SDR & ADS-B Receiver Set, RTL2832U & R820T Tuner, MCX Input. Low-Cost... Nooelec NESDR Mini USB RTL-SDR & ADS-B Receiver Set, RTL2832U & R820T Tuner, MCX Input. Low-Cost...
3 Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 5dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band... Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 5dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band...
4 RTL SDR Receiver Full Band, 100KHz-1.7GHz Full-Band UV HF RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver Ham Radio... RTL SDR Receiver Full Band, 100KHz-1.7GHz Full-Band UV HF RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver Ham Radio...
5 Nooelec NESDR Mini 2+ 0.5PPM TCXO RTL-SDR & ADS-B USB Receiver Set w/Antenna, Mount & Female SMA... Nooelec NESDR Mini 2+ 0.5PPM TCXO RTL-SDR & ADS-B USB Receiver Set w/Antenna, Mount & Female SMA...
6 NESDR Nano 2 Plus - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U & R820T2) with Ultra-Low Phase Noise 0.5PPM... NESDR Nano 2 Plus - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U & R820T2) with Ultra-Low Phase Noise...
7 Nooelec RTL-SDR, FM+DAB, DVB-T USB Stick Set with RTL2832U & R820T. Great SDR for SDR#, HDSDR, and... Nooelec RTL-SDR, FM+DAB, DVB-T USB Stick Set with RTL2832U & R820T. Great SDR for SDR#, HDSDR,...
8 Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 6dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band... Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 6dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band...
9 NESDR SMArTee v2 Bundle - Premium RTL-SDR w/Integrated Bias Tee, Aluminum Enclosure, 0.5PPM TCXO,... NESDR SMArTee v2 Bundle - Premium RTL-SDR w/Integrated Bias Tee, Aluminum Enclosure, 0.5PPM TCXO,...
10 100KHz-1.7GHz Full Band UV RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver/ R820T+8232 Ham Radio 100KHz-1.7GHz Full Band UV RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver/ R820T+8232 Ham Radio
11 NESDR Nano 2 - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U R820T2) with MCX Antenna. Software Defined... NESDR Nano 2 - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U R820T2) with MCX Antenna. Software Defined...
12 ADS-B Flightaware 1090MHz Antenna 5.5dBi for Aviation ADS-B Receiver RTL SDR Software Defined Radio... ADS-B Flightaware 1090MHz Antenna 5.5dBi for Aviation ADS-B Receiver RTL SDR Software Defined...
13 NooElec NESDR Mini 2 SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832 + R820T2) with Antenna and Remote Control NooElec NESDR Mini 2 SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832 + R820T2) with Antenna and Remote Control
14 NESDR Nano 3 OTG - Premium Tiny RTL-SDR Bundle for Android and Other USB OTG (microUSB) Host... NESDR Nano 3 OTG - Premium Tiny RTL-SDR Bundle for Android and Other USB OTG (microUSB) Host...
15 1090Mhz Antenna MCX Plug Connector 2.5dbi Gains Magnet Base ADS-B Aerial with RG174 1M+MCX Female to... 1090Mhz Antenna MCX Plug Connector 2.5dbi Gains Magnet Base ADS-B Aerial with RG174 1M+MCX Female...
16 NooElec NESDR XTR+ Tiny Extended-Range TCXO-Based RTL-SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832U + E4000)... NooElec NESDR XTR+ Tiny Extended-Range TCXO-Based RTL-SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832U + E4000)...
17 Bingfu SMA Male to SMA Female Bulkhead Mount RG174 Antenna Extension Cable 3m 10 feet Compatible... Bingfu SMA Male to SMA Female Bulkhead Mount RG174 Antenna Extension Cable 3m 10 feet Compatible...
18 SMA Adapter Connectivity Kit: 8 Adapters for NESDR (RTL-SDR) SMA Radios w/ Case SMA Adapter Connectivity Kit: 8 Adapters for NESDR (RTL-SDR) SMA Radios w/ Case
19 The Hobbyist's Guide to the RTL-SDR: Really Cheap Software Defined Radio The Hobbyist's Guide to the RTL-SDR: Really Cheap Software Defined Radio
20 Aerial TV Aerial TV
SaleBestseller No. 1
RTL-SDR Blog R820T2 RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO SMA Software Defined Radio (Dongle Only)
  • Includes 1x RTL-SDR Blog brand R820T2 RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO HF Bias Tee SMA Dongle (V3) (Dongle Only)
  • Several improvements over other brands including use of the R820T2 tuner, improved component tolerances, a 1 PPM temperature compensated oscillator...
  • Can tune from 500 kHz to 1.7 GHz and has up to 3.2 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth (2.4 MHz stable). (HF reception below 24 MHz in direct sampling mode...
SaleBestseller No. 2
Nooelec NESDR Mini USB RTL-SDR & ADS-B Receiver Set, RTL2832U & R820T Tuner, MCX Input. Low-Cost...
  • Included: Nooelec USB dongle & antenna
  • RTL2832U interface IC & R820T tuner IC on USB dongle
  • These are custom USB devices tuned for SDR and include much better components than generics
  • Full 1-year warranty & installation support available!
Bestseller No. 3
Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 5dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band...
  • Frequency Range: Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz; Gain: 5dBi;
  • Antenna Connector: SMA Male Connector; Accessoried Connector Adapter: MCX Plug to SMA Female Connector Adapter;
  • Feature: Magnetic Base Mounting; Impedance: 50 ohm; Direction: Omni-directional;
  • Package List: 1 x Antenna, 1 x Connector Adapter (As the Picture Shown);
  • Compatible with: RTL SDR Software Defined Radio SDR ADS-B Receiver USB Stick Dongle Tuner;
Bestseller No. 4
RTL SDR Receiver Full Band, 100KHz-1.7GHz Full-Band UV HF RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver Ham Radio...
  • [100KHz-1.7GHz]: User can use the SDR software to receive 100KHz-1.7GHz electromagnetic wave.
  • [Demodulation]: Support AM, FM(NFM, WFM), CW, DSB, LSB, USB demodulation.
  • [Support Channel]: Listen to HF SSB communication, FM radio, walkie-talkie call, aviation band, etc.
  • [Full Band Receiver]: This item is 100KHz-1.7GHz full band UV HF RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver
  • [Service Guarantee]: If you have any questions about this product, please feel free to tell us, we will provide you with follow-up services.
Bestseller No. 5
Nooelec NESDR Mini 2+ 0.5PPM TCXO RTL-SDR & ADS-B USB Receiver Set w/Antenna, Mount & Female SMA...
  • New! Redesigned for lower noise, better sensitivity and lower power consumption.
  • Design changes include RF-suitable 3.3v power supply with 1/10th of the noise of other SDRs, shielded power inductor for improved EMI rejection, and...
  • A male MCX to female SMA adapter and strong magentic antenna mount included as standard.
  • R820T2 tuner provides substantial performance improvements over R820T-based devices
  • Full 2-year product warranty!
Bestseller No. 6
NESDR Nano 2 Plus - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U & R820T2) with Ultra-Low Phase Noise 0.5PPM...
  • Best available SDR for portable Android and IOS applications, remote installations, embedded applications, and anytime a tiny SDR is ideal--less than...
  • Contains RTL2832U interface IC and the new, improved R820T2 tuner! This tuner has improved sensitivity and SNR compared to devices using the R820T....
  • Contains an ultra-low phase noise, 0.5PPM TCXO. Specifications in description below. Bundle includes a free telescopic antenna
  • 1-year warranty direct from NooElec! With locations in both the US and Canada, and full technical support services, your investment is a safe and wise...
  • Frequency capability is approximately 25MHz-1750MHz, with no gaps within that range. Expansion to HF, all the way down to 100kHz, is available with...
Bestseller No. 7
Nooelec RTL-SDR, FM+DAB, DVB-T USB Stick Set with RTL2832U & R820T. Great SDR for SDR#, HDSDR, and...
  • Included RTL2832U and R820T tuner ICs on the USB device
  • Nooelec guarantees a protection diode on the input to protect from ESD damage
  • Compatible with most SDR software, including SDR#. Provides an approximate tuning range of 27MHz-1700MHz for software defined radio (SDR)
  • Includes Nooelec USB SDR and antenna
  • Full 1-year warranty against manufacturer's defects!
Bestseller No. 8
Bingfu Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz 6dBi Magnetic Base SMA Male MCX Antenna for Aviation Dual Band...
  • Frequency Range: Dual Band 978MHz 1090MHz; Gain: 6dBi;
  • Antenna Connector: SMA Male Connector; Accessoried Connector Adapter: MCX Plug to SMA Female Connector Adapter;
  • Feature: Magnetic Base Mounting; Impedance: 50 ohm; Direction: Omni-directional;
  • Package List: 1 x Antenna, 1 x Connector Adapter (As the Picture Shown);
  • Compatible with: RTL SDR Software Defined Radio SDR ADS-B Receiver USB Stick Dongle Tuner;
SaleBestseller No. 9
NESDR SMArTee v2 Bundle - Premium RTL-SDR w/Integrated Bias Tee, Aluminum Enclosure, 0.5PPM TCXO,...
  • An ultra-low noise software defined radio, capable of receiving nearly ANY RF signal from approximately 25MHz-1700MHz. Includes SDR, high-quality...
  • Unmatched price & performance--redesigned PCB reduces noise by an average of a full 3dB! Includes all the same fantastic features as the rest of the...
  • Same form factor as the other devices in our NESDR SMArt series, which means no USB occlusion issues--run devices side-by-side without messy extension...
  • Always-on, 4.5V bias-tee with independent ultra-low-noise power supply and 250mA power capability allows you to power nearly any active antenna...
  • Designed and manufactured by Nooelec in North America. Impeccable quality and full 2-year warranty!
Bestseller No. 10
100KHz-1.7GHz Full Band UV RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver/ R820T+8232 Ham Radio
  • This item is 100KHz-1.7GHz full band UV HF RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver
  • You can use the SDR software receives electromagnetic waves 100KHz-1.7GHz,support AM,FM(NFM,WFM),CW,DSB,LSB,USB demodulation.
  • Listen to HF SSB communication,FM radio,walkie-talkie call,aviation bands and the like.
  • There are supporting a U/V antenna,1pc 3m cable,1pc USB cable.
  • Package included:1pcs*100KHz-1.7GHz RTL-SDR USB Tuner Receiver
Bestseller No. 11
NESDR Nano 2 - Tiny Black RTL-SDR USB Set (RTL2832U R820T2) with MCX Antenna. Software Defined...
  • Best available SDR for portable Android & IOS applications, remote installations, embedded applications, and anytime a tiny SDR is ideal--less than 1"...
  • Contains RTL2832U interface IC and the new, improved R820T2 tuner! This tuner has improved sensitivity and SNR compared to devices using the R820T....
  • 1-year warranty direct from NooElec! With locations in both the US & Canada, and full technical support services, your investment is a safe and wise...
  • Free high-quality telescopic antenna, much improved over the older thin-whip style antenna. Turn on, tune in and...listen!
  • Frequency capability is approximately 25MHz-1750MHz, with no gaps within that range. Expansion to HF, all the way down to 100kHz, is available with...
SaleBestseller No. 12
ADS-B Flightaware 1090MHz Antenna 5.5dBi for Aviation ADS-B Receiver RTL SDR Software Defined Radio...
  • Frequency :1090MHz.High Gain :5.5dbi .Length :60cm.Antenna Connector :N female& 16.5ft SMA male RG58 Cable.
  • Suit for radio dongles ADS-B DVB-T DVBT Defined Radios SDRs USB flightaware pro stick NooElec NESDR SMArt - Premium NooElec RTL-SDR stic Aluminum...
  • Material :(antirust) the antenna is made of fiberglass. The antenna structure inside is made of copper.The copper (element) tube is better than the...
  • Buy this antenna to improve your ADS-B signal. You can see more planes at a greater distance.
  • Use skills:Any antenna is heavily dependent on the surroundings.To achieve better results you may have to move around your hotspot and...
Bestseller No. 13
NooElec NESDR Mini 2 SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832 + R820T2) with Antenna and Remote Control
  • Contains RTL2832U interface IC and the new, improved R820T2 tuner! This tuner has improved sensitivity and SNR compared to devices using the R820T....
  • Contains all the same improvements on the 'generic' design as were made on the popular and well-tested NESDR Mini, including higher-accuracy clock,...
  • 1-year warranty direct from Nooelec! With locations in both the US & Canada, and full technical support services, your investment is a safe and wise...
  • Frequency capability is approximately 24MHz-1750MHz, with no gaps within that range. Expansion to HF, all the way down to 100kHz, is available with...
  • Free high-quality telescopic antenna, much improved over the older thin-whip style antenna. Turn on, tune in and...listen!
Bestseller No. 14
NESDR Nano 3 OTG - Premium Tiny RTL-SDR Bundle for Android and Other USB OTG (microUSB) Host...
  • The ultimate SDR bundle for USB On-The-Go applications. You can't get much more portable than this!
  • Includes NESDR Nano 3 in an anodized aluminum enclosure, nano-sized antenna, 4 USB OTG adapters. heatsink and an articulating adapter for SMA antennas
  • Does not include USB OTG-compatible host device. Designed for microUSB (not USB C) host devices
  • The included RTL-SDR can be used with other host devices beyond Android, including those running Windows, OS X, and Linux
  • Full 2 Year Warranty! Assembled in the USA
Bestseller No. 15
1090Mhz Antenna MCX Plug Connector 2.5dbi Gains Magnet Base ADS-B Aerial with RG174 1M+MCX Female to...
  • Frequency Range(MHz): 1090MHz
  • connector Adapter: MCX Female to SMA male; Cable Length: 1 Meter; Gain dBi : 2.5(MAX)
  • Feature: Magnetic Base Mounting; Impedance: 50 ohm; Direction: Omni-directional;
  • Compatible with: used for Software Defined Radio Aviation ADS-B Receiver ATSC DVB-T DVB-T2 TV Radio USB Stick Dongle Tuner
  • Package Content: 1 Piece 1090Mhz Antenna with 1 Piece MCX Female to SMA Male Adapter
Bestseller No. 16
NooElec NESDR XTR+ Tiny Extended-Range TCXO-Based RTL-SDR & DVB-T USB Stick (RTL2832U + E4000)...
  • Ultra-accurate 0.5PPM TCXO clock for rock-solid tuning
  • Custom design with dual ESD protection on antenna input
  • Genuine & verified E4000 tuner IC for a receiving range to 2300MHz+
  • Small & light; fantastic for portable applications
  • Full 2 year warranty against manufacturers defects
Bestseller No. 17
Bingfu SMA Male to SMA Female Bulkhead Mount RG174 Antenna Extension Cable 3m 10 feet Compatible...
  • Connector: SMA Male 50 Ohm Connector; Connector: SMA Female Bulkhead Mount 50 Ohm Connector; Cable: RG174 Coaxial Cable; Length: 3m / 10 feet;
  • Package List: 1 x Cable (As the Picture Shown)
  • Compatible with 4G LTE Mobile Router, Cellular Gateway, Vehicle Car Truck RV Bus Van Mobile Cellular, 4G LTE Cellular Trail Camera, Game Camera,...
  • Compatible with: WiFi Router, USB Adapter, Wireless AP Hotspot, WiFi Signal; Wireless Mini PCI Express PCIE Network Card, IP Security Camera, Wireless...
  • Compatible with: RTL-SDR USB Dongle, ADS-B Receiver, Ham Radio, Amateur Radio, GPS Navigation Antenna Extension Cable;
Bestseller No. 18
SMA Adapter Connectivity Kit: 8 Adapters for NESDR (RTL-SDR) SMA Radios w/ Case
  • A great addition to any radio or software defined radio with female SMA input, including our NESDR SMArt series and HackRF
  • 8 male SMA adapters in total, allowing you to connect the following antenna types to your radio: N-connector, F-connector (aka 'Coax'), SO-239 (aka...
  • A convenient carrying case is included. Great for field use! Ample room to house your NESDR SMArt or NESDR Nano SDR
  • 50 Ohm, low-loss adapters--lower loss than any RF cable adapters
  • NOTE: RP-SMA looks similar, but is not the same! These will not work for RP-SMA. RP-SMA is generally only used for things like WiFi equipment, not...
Bestseller No. 19
The Hobbyist's Guide to the RTL-SDR: Really Cheap Software Defined Radio
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Laufer, Carl (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 282 Pages - 05/14/2014 (Publication Date) - RTL-SDR.com (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 20
Aerial TV
  • Receive DVB-T with any rtl-sdr RTL2832 dongle
  • Receive DVB-T2 with R828D dongles
  • Supports HD channels
  • Electronic program guide
  • Supports all common digital TV formats (ex. MPEG2, MPEG4, AAC)

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FAQ:

Q: How to install rtl sdr?

A: Quickstart Guide: rtl-sdr.com/QSG – Current page. … V3 Features Guide: rtl-sdr.com/V3 – Learn how to use special V3 features like the direct sampling HF mode and bias tee. SDR#Users Guide: rtl-sdr.com/SDRSHARP – Learn about the setting in SDR#.

Q: What is rtl sdr?

A: What is RTL-SDR? RTL-SDR is a very cheap ~$25 USB dongle that can be used as a computer based radio scanner for receiving live radio signals in your area (no internet required). Depending on the particular model it could receive frequencies from 500 kHz up to 1.75 GHz.

Q: What is rtl sdr software?

A: General Purpose RTL-SDR Software. We define general purpose SDR software as programs that allow the RTL-SDR to work like a normal wideband radio receiver. Single Purpose RTL-SDR Software. Here we list single purpose RTL-SDR supported software. … Research. … Programs Compatible Through Piping. …

Q: How to use SDR radio?

A: Increase the RF gain from zero to a higher value in the configure menu. Reduce the range slider on the right of the SDR#window to about -70 (for RTL-SDR dongles). Enable the “Correct IQ” setting to remove the center spike if using an R820T/R820T2,or enable “Offset Tuning” in the configure menu if using an E4000/FC0012/13.