HamTester Extra vs Morse Hub
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HamTester Extra
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This application will generate unlimited examinations for you to take to prepare you for your actual testing session. "It is important to realize that to prepare someone to take an exam, you need to do more than just present a question pool. It is more than just questions/answers, statistics etc. It requires a mental preparation also. I created the HamTester series Technician, General and Extra to be as close to a real FCC exam session as I could, to prepare the student for more than just a list of questions." - Gene Backlin And Gene should know. Since 2000, Gene has been a Volunteer Examiner(VE) and has presided over 150 examination sessions. He has seen what it takes to pass, as well as mentored and encouraged/tutored those who have not. "It is a great hobby, and if I have been able in any way to help you achieve your ham ticket, I am thankful for your trust in my application" - Gene Backlin Features include: - Unlimited Examination Generation. - Complete Extra Class Question Pool included for immediate study. - Immediate grading of exam upon completion. - Feedback of questions that are errant, including multiple display of incorrect answer chosen as well as correct answer expected.
Morse Hub
This app helps aspiring ham radio operators learn and master Morse code. It offers adjustable speed and timing, practice modes for copying and sending, and realistic QSO simulations to prepare users for on-air communication.
- Learn Morse code characters
- Adjustable speed and Farnsworth timing
- Practice copying words and characters
- Sending practice with virtual straight key
- Realistic QSO simulations
- Customizable practice modes
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Morse Hub is a complete CW training app for new and aspiring ham radio operators. Whether you're just learning the alphabet or preparing for your first on-air QSO, Morse Hub guides you every step of the way. FEATURES: -Learn Morse Code — Master every character with adjustable speed and Farnsworth timing, the proven method used by experienced CW operators worldwide. -Improve My Code — Practice copying words, numbers, punctuation, and mixed characters at speeds you control. -Practice Copying — See exactly where you're missing characters with a three-strike reveal system, then use CUSTOM mode to focus practice on your weak letters. -Sending Practice — Develop your sending technique with a virtual straight key and multiple drill modes including letters, words, phrases, and full QSO simulations. -Realistic QSO Mode — Practice complete ham radio contacts with authentic callsigns, RST reports, and proper operating procedures. Want more? Morse Hub Complete offers advanced features, including FreeSend mode, the Full QSO Experience with realistic simulated two-way audio contacts, Koch method learning, Custom Words and Phrases, and QSO error check review — available now on the App Store and Google Play Visit the Morse Hub YouTube channel for tutorials. Master the Code.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Morse Hub at Free against HamTester Extra's $0.99. Morse Hub also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). HamTester Extra's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Morse Hub is free to download; HamTester Extra costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
HamTester Extra ships an update every 6 months, Morse Hub weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HamTester Extra | Morse Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 15 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Gene Backlin | Thomas Sullivan |
In-app purchases
HamTester Extra
No in-app purchases
Morse Hub
No in-app purchases
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