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Start Using HiCellTek. Free

Professional 2G/3G/4G/5G diagnostics. Install the free version from Google Play, or get API access instantly.

Choose your path

Both options are free. No credit card required.

For Field Engineers

Download HiCellTek Free on Google Play

Install the app and start diagnosing your network immediately, no license purchase needed to get started.

  • L3 Decoder β€” 15-minute sessions
  • Band Lock, force your device onto a specific band
  • RF monitoring, live RSRP, RSRQ, SINR

Available on rooted Android devices. Qualcomm chipset recommended.

For Developers

Get your free API key

Integrate IMEI/TAC lookups and protocol decoding into your own tools or workflows using our REST API.

  • IMEI/TAC API β€” 100 lookups/month
  • Decoder API β€” 50 decodes/month
  • JSON responses, documented endpoints

No credit card required. Upgrade anytime.

What's included in Free

The free tier gives you real diagnostic capability. Pro unlocks unlimited sessions and advanced modules.

Feature Free Pro
L3 Decoder 15-min sessions Unlimited
Band Lock Yes Yes
PCI Lock β€” Yes
VoLTE MOS β€” Yes
Drive Test β€” Yes
QMDL Export β€” Yes
IMEI API 100/month 10,000/month

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a rooted phone?

Yes, HiCellTek requires root access (e.g. Magisk) on Qualcomm Android devices to access the diagnostic interface.

Is the API really free?

Yes. You get 100 IMEI lookups and 50 protocol decodes per month at no cost. No credit card required.

Can I upgrade later?

Yes. Upgrade to Pro, Solo, Team or Enterprise at any time from your account.

Which phones are supported?

HiCellTek works on Android devices with Qualcomm chipsets (Snapdragon). Root access via Magisk is required.

Questions? Talk to our team.

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