Comparison

HamAlert vs Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

HamAlert

Receive instant push notifications for desired amateur radio contacts. Filter alerts by various criteria like callsign, band, mode, and location. Stay updated on DX spots from multiple sources.

Highlights
  • Push notifications for desired stations
  • Filter spots by DXCC, callsign, and location
  • Support for Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, DX cluster, PSK Reporter
  • Filter by band, mode, and time
  • Filter by spotter callsign and DXCC
Features
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This app is a companion to the HamAlert web site (hamalert.org) and lets you receive push notifications from HamAlert. HamAlert is a system that allows amateur radio operators to get notifications when a desired station appears on the Reverse Beacon Network, SOTAwatch, the DX cluster or PSK Reporter. Spots can be filtered by various criteria, including: • DXCC (both actual and callsign home DXCC) • Callsign • Island reference • Summit reference • Park reference • CQ zone • Continent • Band • Mode • Time and days of week • Source • Spotter callsign and DXCC

About

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

Decode Morse code from various sources like flashing lights, audio, or even eye blinks. Convert text to Morse and practice your skills with interactive lessons. This versatile tool is perfect for hobbyists and professionals alike.

Highlights
  • Decode Morse from light, audio, and eye blinks
  • Convert text to Morse code and vice versa
  • Transmit Morse via flashlight, sound, or vibration
  • Interactive lessons and practice modes
  • Real-time adaptive timing
  • Morse code dictionary reference
Features
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Universal Morse Decoder and Encoder Features: LIGHT DECODER Point your camera at any flashing light source - flashlights, LEDs, or signal lamps. Our advanced brightness detection automatically adapts to different flash speeds and intensities, decoding even challenging signals in real-time. AUDIO DECODER Listen and decode Morse code from radio transmissions, practice apps, or any audio source. Perfect for amateur radio operators and CW enthusiasts. TEXT DECODER AND ENCODER Type any message and instantly convert it to Morse code or type morse and convert it to english. Transmit morse with visual flashlight signals, sound effects, or vibration patterns. BLINK DECODER Decode Morse code transmitted by eye blinks in real time LEARN & PRACTICE Master Morse code with interactive lessons, progress tracking, and adaptive difficulty levels. From beginner dot-dash patterns to advanced radio communications. SMART FEATURES Real-time adaptive timing that learns your transmission speed Save and organize decoded messages Complete Morse code dictionary reference Works with flashlights, screen flashing, and audio signals Perfect for: Amateur radio operators, emergency preparedness, military training, scout activities, escape room puzzles, or just having fun with friends using secret light signals. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HamAlert1 screens
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

HamAlert and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 70% of HamAlert's written reviews are positive against 0% of Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's. HamAlert also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Morse Code Decoder and Encoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. HamAlert asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for HamAlert against 4.1 for Morse Code Decoder and Encoder. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29 and 14 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of HamAlert's written reviews are positive against 0% of Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HamAlert ships an update every 4 months, Morse Code Decoder and Encoder weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
HamAlert versus Morse Code Decoder and Encoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHamAlertMorse Code Decoder and Encoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (29 ratings) — better4.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews70.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings29 — better14
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManuel KasperTeo Udovcic

Customer experience

HamAlert

All ratings29 ratings
Positive72.4%
Neutral10.3%
Negative17.2%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

HamAlert

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

Subscriptions2
  • Morse Premium$5.991 Year
  • Morse Premium$8.991 Year

Questions

Is HamAlert free?
HamAlert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Morse Code Decoder and Encoder free?
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HamAlert or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder?
HamAlert is rated higher. HamAlert averages 4.2 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Morse Code Decoder and Encoder averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.
Do HamAlert or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder have ads?
Neither HamAlert nor Morse Code Decoder and Encoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HamAlert or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder?
HamAlert ships an update every 4 months, and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder weekly. Most recently, HamAlert was updated on September 17, 2026 and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder on September 9, 2026.

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