Best SimpleCW alternatives: apps like SimpleCW: Morse Decoder

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
6 free apps
Updated November 2026

Looking for something like SimpleCW? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to SimpleCW

FT Ham – FT8/FT4 transceiver#1

FT Ham – FT8/FT4 transceiver by PABLO TURRION SAN PEDRO

Decode & send FT8/FT4 signals
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8(4 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Decode and transmit FT8/FT4 amateur radio signals directly from your mobile device. Features real-time decoding, automatic QSO sequencing, and an integrated logbook with ADIF export. All processing is done offline and locally on your device.

PhosphorRTTY#2

PhosphorRTTY by Stuart Woolley

RTTY Decoder: Ham & Shortwave
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
0.0(0 ratings)
$0.99
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Decode Radio Teletype (RTTY) signals in real time using your iPhone's microphone. Listen to shortwave radio transmissions and see the text appear on an authentic phosphor CRT display. No internet or external hardware needed.

2.7(6 ratings)
$2.99
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Visualize satellite orbits with multiple views and detailed data tables. Calculate overflight times for the next seven days and special sked times for radio amateurs. Aids manual antenna alignment using internal sensors.

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VibeSDR
VibeSDR
VibeSDR
Software Defined Radio
$2.99

This app acts as a versatile receiver client for various software-defined radio servers. It offers advanced display, tuning, and audio features, along with on-device decoders and voice control for a comprehensive radio experience.

Connects to multiple SDR server protocolsGPU-rendered waterfall and spectrum displayNative background audio playback
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(2)
paid
5
Mona Radio
Mona Radio
Mona Radio
Radio Control & Digital Modes
Free

This app provides a modern interface for amateur radio operators, integrating spectrum, waterfall, tuning, and digital modes like FT8 and FreeDV. It offers logging services and supports a growing range of amateur radios across Apple devices.

Spectrum and waterfall viewsIntegrated FT8 decodingFreeDV and RADE digital voice support
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
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EFHW Remote Switch
EFHW Remote Switch
EFHW Remote Switch
by Elia Chiarucci
Free
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(0)
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aLog365
aLog365
aLog365
Portable logbook for ham radio
Free

This portable logbook helps amateur radio operators record their contacts. It offers callsign lookup, multiple export formats, and real-time upload capabilities. Plan your DX-peditions and stay connected with the DX cluster.

Callsign lookupADIF, EDI, CSV, Cabrillo exportReal-time upload to HRDLOG.net / Ham365
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
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Dxpeditions365
Dxpeditions365
Dxpeditions365
by Claudio Cordeglio
Free

This app provides a dedicated calendar for following major DX-peditions. It displays schedules for monthly and ongoing expeditions, as well as those reported in user logs and cluster spots. It is designed for amateur radio enthusiasts.

DX-pedition calendarMonthly expedition schedulesRunning expedition tracking
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free
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Spectrum SDR (RTL-SDR)
Spectrum SDR (RTL-SDR)
Spectrum SDR (RTL-SDR)
Software Defined Radio
Free

Explore radio signals with your RTL-SDR dongle. Listen to AM/FM/SSB/CW, view FFT and waterfall displays, and customize your experience. Requires a remote rtl_tcp instance over WiFi.

Full frequency range supportAM, FM, SSB, CW receptionFFT and Waterfall displays
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(2)
free
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SWLtools
SWLtools
SWLtools
by Stefano Rampazzo
$3.99

Enhance your shortwave listening with this app that decodes on-air text modes like Morse, RTTY, and WEFAX. It also features spectrum analysis, audio recording, and is optimized for portable use with specific receivers.

Decode Morse, RTTY, WEFAX, and ACARSReal-time spectrum and spectrogram displayAudio recording and storage
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(0)
paid