CW Keyboard vs SendBySound
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CW Keyboard
Type messages using Morse code on your iOS device. This app provides a reference guide to help you learn and practice sending Morse code efficiently. It's ideal for amateur radio operators looking to improve their CW mode skills.
- Morse code input
- Morse code reference guide
- Practice Morse code sending
- Amateur radio CW mode training
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CW Keyboard turns your iPhone's keyboard into a Morse code input pad. Instead of a standard QWERTY layout, you type using taps and holds — a quick tap for a dot, a longer hold for a dash — just like sending Morse code (CW) on a radio key. FEATURES - Custom system-wide keyboard — use it in Messages, Notes, Mail, and any app that accepts text input - Built-in Morse Code reference chart covering the full alphabet, numbers, and common punctuation - Simple setup guide to get the keyboard enabled in a few taps - Shift, backspace, space, and return controls alongside the Morse input pad - Full support for Light and Dark Mode WHO IT'S FOR CW Keyboard is great for amateur radio operators practicing their Morse code sending skills, Morse enthusiasts, and anyone curious about learning CW. Get comfortable with dot-dash timing in a low-pressure way, right from the keyboard you already use every day. HOW IT WORKS Tap quickly for a dot, hold a bit longer for a dash. Pause briefly between letters, and the keyboard automatically decodes your taps into text and types it for you.
SendBySound
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SendBySound transforms your text into sound waves, letting you share messages with nearby devices using nothing but audio. No internet connection, no Bluetooth pairing, no accounts — just pure sound. HOW IT WORKS Type your message, tap Send, and your device plays an encoded audio signal. Any nearby device running SendBySound (or listening at SendBySound.com) can instantly decode and display your message. It's like a modern-day morse code, but automatic and instant. PERFECT FOR - Sharing Wi-Fi passwords, contact info, or quick notes - Sending messages when internet is unavailable - Transferring text between devices without pairing - Tech demos and educational purposes - Situations where privacy and offline capability matter KEY FEATURES ◆ No Internet Required Works completely offline. Your messages travel through sound, not servers. ◆ No Accounts or Sign-up Open the app and start sending. No registration, no personal data collected. ◆ Cross-Platform Compatible Send messages between iPhone, iPad, and any web browser at SendBySound.com. ◆ Private by Design Messages are transmitted directly between devices via sound waves. Nothing is stored in the cloud. ◆ Multiple Sound Modes Choose between audible tones or near-ultrasonic frequencies for quieter transmission. ◆ Simple & Fast Just type, tap, and transmit. Receiving is equally easy — tap Listen and hold your device near the sender. TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS - Keep devices within a few feet of each other - Minimize background noise for clearer transmission - Use audible mode for maximum reliability - Works great for messages up to 133 characters Whether you're sharing a quick note in a meeting, sending info to a friend's phone, or just exploring a clever new way to communicate — SendBySound makes it simple, private, and fun. Download now and experience the magic of data over sound!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: SendBySound at Free against CW Keyboard's $0.99. CW Keyboard's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#199 vs unranked). On in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
SendBySound is free to download; CW Keyboard costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CW Keyboard | SendBySound |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 119 months | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Best chart rank | #199 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pulsely Consulting | Will Jackson |
In-app purchases
CW Keyboard
No in-app purchases
SendBySound
No in-app purchases









