Comparison

Learn Morse Code vs Signal

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

Head to head
About

Learn Morse Code

Master Morse Code with interactive flashcards and quizzes. Learn to read, listen, and write the code through engaging exercises designed for quick memorization and skill improvement. Track your progress and aim for mastery.

Highlights
  • Morse Code flashcards
  • Character and notation views
  • Listening quizzes
  • Notation identification quizzes
  • Writing quizzes
  • Score tracking
  • Progress monitoring
Features
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Master International Morse Code with a progressive learning system designed for ham radio exam prep, aviation communication, and emergency signaling. Learn Morse Code transforms your phone into a tactical morse code trainer with authentic audio playback, decode practice, and speed drills that take you from zero to fluent CW operator. PROGRESSIVE LEARNING SYSTEM Start with the alphabet, then advance through numbers, punctuation, and prosigns. Each character set builds on the last, with mastery tracking that ensures you never move forward until you're ready. REAL AUDIO MORSE CODE PLAYBACK Hear every character as a pure sine wave tone with authentic dit/dah timing. Adjust speed from 5 to 30 WPM and tone frequency from 400 to 1000 Hz. This isn't a recording - it's programmatically generated morse code with proper Farnsworth timing. DECODE PRACTICE MODE The real test: listen to morse code audio and identify the character. Train your ear the same way professional CW operators do. Build the reflexive recognition you need for your ham radio license exam. SPEED TRAINER Progressive WPM challenges push your receiving speed higher. Start slow, build muscle memory, and work toward real-world CW operating speeds used on amateur radio bands. FLASHCARD LEARNING Study every character with visual morse code display and instant audio playback. Tap to hear, tap to reveal. Simple and effective memorization. HAPTIC FEEDBACK Feel the dit-dah pattern through your device. A tactile dimension that reinforces timing patterns and helps encode morse rhythm into muscle memory. PROGRESS TRACKING See exactly where you stand. Mastery percentages for Letters, Numbers, Punctuation, and Prosigns keep you motivated and focused on weak areas. TACTICAL DARK INTERFACE A modern aviation HUD-inspired design that's easy on the eyes during night study sessions. No clutter, no distractions - just clean tactical aesthetics built for focused learning. COMPLETELY OFFLINE No account needed. No permissions required. No internet connection necessary. Your progress saves locally. Learn morse code anywhere: on a plane, in the field, off the grid. NON-INTRUSIVE ADS Small banner ads only. No popup interruptions. No forced video ads breaking your focus mid-lesson. WHO IS THIS FOR? - Ham radio license exam candidates (Technician, General, Extra) - Student pilots and aviation enthusiasts - Preppers and emergency communication planners - Military and tactical hobbyists - Scouts working on merit badges - Puzzle lovers and lifelong learners Whether you're preparing for your amateur radio license exam, adding a skill to your emergency preparedness kit, or just love the elegance of the original digital communication system, Learn Morse Code gives you the tools to achieve real CW fluency. Download now and start your first lesson in under 10 seconds.

About

Signal

Learn and practice Morse code with this engaging app. It offers interactive tapping, real-time scoring, and haptic feedback to make learning fun and effective. Ideal for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills.

Highlights
  • Interactive dot/dash tapping
  • Real-time scoring system
  • Haptic feedback for errors
  • 100+ word list
  • Distraction-free design
  • Optional sound feedback
Features
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Signal - Morse Code Practice Learn and practice Morse code the easy way. Whether you’re just starting out or brushing up on your skills, Signal makes it fun, simple, and effective. Features: • Tap out words using dot and dash buttons with instant feedback • Real-time scoring: 1 point for easy words, 10 points for hard ones • Haptic feedback for mistakes keeps you on track without breaking your flow • Growing word list with 100+ words covering the entire alphabet • Clean, distraction-free design for focused practice • Optional sound feedback to train your ear • Simple settings, including a quick Feedback link for ideas and suggestions Why Signal? Unlike static charts or drills, Signal gives you immediate response, gamified scoring, and a smooth interface designed for daily practice. Whether you’re studying for amateur radio, brushing up on maritime signals, or just love learning codes, Signal helps you get fluent in tapping Morse. More features coming soon: Listen & Decode mode, new challenges, and expanded word banks. Start learning Morse code today — fast, fun.

Screenshots

Learn Morse Code3 screens
Signal2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Signal at 100% against Learn Morse Code's 0%. Signal also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.4) and ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Signal holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 24 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Learn Morse Code's written reviews are positive against 100% of Signal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn Morse Code ships an update every 9 months, Signal monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 5, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Learn Morse Code versus Signal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn Morse CodeSignal
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.4 (5 ratings)5.0 (24 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings524 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMesaRO LLC.Benjamin Pelley

Customer experience

Learn Morse Code

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Signal

All ratings24 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Learn Morse Code

No in-app purchases

None

Signal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Learn Morse Code free?
Learn Morse Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Signal free?
Signal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Learn Morse Code or Signal?
Signal is rated higher. Learn Morse Code averages 2.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Signal averages 5.0 from 24 ratings.
Do Learn Morse Code or Signal have ads?
Learn Morse Code shows ads; Signal does not.
Which is updated more often, Learn Morse Code or Signal?
Learn Morse Code ships an update every 9 months, and Signal monthly. Most recently, Learn Morse Code was updated on August 5, 2026 and Signal on September 23, 2026.

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