# MorseZapp vs Cracking the Cryptic

The clearest difference is rating: Cracking the Cryptic at 4.4 against MorseZapp's 4.0. MorseZapp's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MorseZapp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year and Cracking the Cryptic sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cracking the Cryptic holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 76 and 210 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 71% and 72% positive.

MorseZapp ships an update every 10 days, Cracking the Cryptic every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MorseZapp | Cracking the Cryptic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (76 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morsezapp-learn-morse-code/id1397107048/reviews) | **[4.4 (210 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cracking-the-cryptic/id1629992934/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 76 | **210** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **72.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 234 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Soki Creative LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/388498513) | [Nick Carney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434235673) |

## What reviewers say

### MorseZapp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morsezapp-learn-morse-code/id1397107048)

Learn International Morse Code with a fun, interactive game. Tap dits and dashes to zap letters before they reach the bottom, with sound and visual cues to aid recognition. Progress through levels to improve speed and accuracy.

**Highlights:** Interactive Morse code trainer, Tap pad for dit/dash input, Sound and visual learning aids, Progressive difficulty levels, Sound-only recognition challenges, Customizable level packages

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MorseZapp Pro Subscription | $2.99 | per year |
| Buy All Packages | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for learning Morse code
- 🚀 Fast learning progress
- 💡 Fun and engaging concept
- ✅ Effective for memorizing letters
- 💰 Good value for paid version

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App won't run/load packages
- 🐛 Inconsistent timing/detection
- 🐛 Repetitive sounds hinder learning
- 🐛 Too much, too fast for some
- ❓ Unclear pricing for Pro

**Reported bugs**

- Immediate error message: problem loading packages
- App won't run on newer iPhones
- Warning displayed: Problem Loading Packages
- App won't run
- Ended up with a screen with a large green rectangle

**Requested features**

- Add iambic paddle mode
- More modes and options
- Punctuation marks package
- Display meaning of Q codes/CW codes
- Iambic paddle mode


### Cracking the Cryptic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cracking-the-cryptic/id1629992934)

This app offers a curated collection of handcrafted Sudoku puzzles from world-renowned constructors. Explore classic and unique variants, with new puzzle packs released regularly. A free introductory pack is included with download.

**Highlights:** Handcrafted Sudoku puzzles, Curated by expert constructors, Classic and unique variants, Regularly released puzzle packs, Free introductory puzzle pack

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CTC Worms - James Sinclair | $0.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Marty Sears | $0.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Zetamath | $1.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Blobz | $1.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Michael Lefkowitz | $1.99 | one-time |
| CTC Worms - Phistomefel | $1.99 | one-time |
| GAS Volume #1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GAS Volume #2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| CTC Approachable Sudoku #1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Domino Sudoku Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lines Variety Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Classic Volume #2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| CTC Fog Pack #1 | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best sudoku app
- 👍 Great variety of puzzles
- 👍 Excellent user interface
- 👍 Challenging and fun puzzles
- 👍 Constant updates with new puzzles

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Hints are often incorrect or unhelpful
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes, especially after updates
- 🔋 Battery draining issues
- 🔒 Too many in-app purchases required to access content

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzle progress and purchases disappearing after updates
- Incorrect rules or hints in certain puzzles
- Crashes and freezes, especially on older devices or Macs
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between portrait and landscape modes

**Requested features**

- Add more color options for pencil marking and highlighting
- Implement a way to clear progress or start puzzles from scratch
- Integrate all CTC apps into a single app for better organization
- Add keyboard support, especially on Mac
- Improve the quality and clarity of hints


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MorseZapp free?

MorseZapp is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Cracking the Cryptic free?

Cracking the Cryptic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, MorseZapp or Cracking the Cryptic?

Cracking the Cryptic is rated higher. MorseZapp averages 4.0 out of 5 from 76 ratings, while Cracking the Cryptic averages 4.4 from 210 ratings.

### Do MorseZapp or Cracking the Cryptic have ads?

Neither MorseZapp nor Cracking the Cryptic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MorseZapp or Cracking the Cryptic?

MorseZapp ships an update every 10 days, and Cracking the Cryptic every 3 weeks. Most recently, MorseZapp was updated on October 21, 2026 and Cracking the Cryptic on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*