# Morse Code Reader and Decoder vs Morse Typer

The clearest difference is rating: Morse Code Reader and Decoder at 4.4 against Morse Typer's 3.5. Morse Code Reader and Decoder also leads on ratings volume (2.4K vs 107) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). Morse Typer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Morse Code Reader and Decoder sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Morse Typer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Morse Code Reader and Decoder holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Morse Code Reader and Decoder has 2.4K ratings behind it against 107, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's written reviews are positive against 52% of Morse Typer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Morse Code Reader and Decoder ships an update every 2 months, Morse Typer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Morse Code Reader and Decoder | Morse Typer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136/reviews)** | [3.5 (107 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-typer-telegram-key/id1443043229/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 107 |
| Positive reviews | 30.2% of reviews | **51.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 11 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ivan Antic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1367134411) | [Sichuan DreamTrue Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1526052947) |

## What reviewers say

### Morse Code Reader and Decoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136)

Convert text to Morse code and vice versa. Transmit messages using flashlight, screen blinking, vibration, or sound. Includes practice modes for learning Morse code.

**Highlights:** Text to Morse code conversion, Morse code to text conversion, Flashlight transmission, Screen blinking transmission, Vibration transmission, Sound effect transmission, Morse code practice modes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Morse Code Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Morse Code 6 Months | $17.49 | per 6 months |
| Morse Code Pro Annually | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Intermediate tutorial | $1.99 | one-time |
| Advanced tutorial | $2.99 | one-time |
| Morse Code Pro | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and simple
- 💡 Helpful for learning Morse code
- 🚀 Great tool for learning Morse code

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound/vibration issues
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 💰 Too many ads
- 💰 Paywalled features
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes/crashes during use
- Conversion issues (incorrect translations)
- Sound not working

**Requested features**

- Add flashlight/camera Morse code translator
- Allow adjusting dot/dash timing
- Add sound settings (tone, frequency)
- Improve learning mode/progression


### Morse Typer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-typer-telegram-key/id1443043229)

Practice typing Morse code with a realistic virtual key.  This app simulates the feel of a real Morse key, offers a reference guide, and allows you to type and share messages in Morse code.

**Highlights:** Realistic Morse key simulation, Morse code reference guide, Type and share Morse messages, 3D electric key modeling

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning Morse Code
- 👍 Easy to use for beginners
- 👍 Helps memorize codes quickly
- 👍 Realistic practice experience
- 👍 Good for refreshing skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Significant delay/lag
- 🐛 Inaccurate sound rendering
- 🐛 Unusable due to lag
- 🐛 Fixed speed, not adjustable
- 🐛 No audio output for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Send button does not work
- Delay between key press and sound
- Dits don't always make a sound
- App is incapable of sensing touch/release accurately
- Mistakes letters (e.g., D for V)

**Requested features**

- Make the 'send' button functional
- Add configurable options
- Allow speed adjustment (WPM)
- Add a widget
- Add a ':' symbol


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Morse Code Reader and Decoder free?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Morse Typer free?

Morse Typer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Morse Code Reader and Decoder or Morse Typer?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder is rated higher. Morse Code Reader and Decoder averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while Morse Typer averages 3.5 from 107 ratings.

### Do Morse Code Reader and Decoder or Morse Typer have ads?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder shows ads; Morse Typer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Morse Code Reader and Decoder or Morse Typer?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder ships an update every 2 months, and Morse Typer every 4 months. Most recently, Morse Code Reader and Decoder was updated on September 29, 2026 and Morse Typer on September 28, 2026.

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