RST 599TK Pro vs LemurKey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RST 599TK Pro
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This app is a real CW QSO simulator for Amateur Radio. "599BK & AADX Contest type QSO" is supported. Input of Morse Codes are by using Electric Touch Keyer or Straight Key. Changing of TX/RX is by SEND button. Supported Min-in CW Decoder too. 【Characteristic】 1. "599BK" and "Contest" style support. 2.Support the CW Speed Control, Reverse of Dot/Dash pad, and Straight Key. 3.Realistic signal meter according to the audio signal level. 4.Status display showing TX / RX operation. 5.Support the space insertion operation both automatic and manual. 6.Support the Min-in CW Decoder function. 7.Support the shortcut-key of CQ and TU. CQ Button function can be set by setting menu. 8.Support the repeat-call function. It works only when the TU button is pressed at the end of the QSO. 9.Support the RIT function. 10. Support input function by key button. 【How to use】 1.The case of CQ Calling Press SEND button Input "CQ CQ DX DE (YOUR CALLSIGN) PSE K" by Touch Keyer or Straight Key. Press SEND button again 2.The case of CQ Answering Press SEND button Input "QRZ DX" by Touch Keyer or Straight Key. Press SEND button again --- Examples of QSO --- [CQ Calling] "CQ CQ DX DE xxnxx xxnxx PSE K" >>> xxnxx DE **n** K "**n** DE xxnxx UR RST 559 BK" >>> R MY RPT 559 UR RST 599 BK "QSL TU" >>> R 73 TU "E E" >>> E E [CQ Ansewing] "QRZ DX" >>> "CQ CQ DE **n** **n** PSE K" "**n** DE xxnxx K" >>> "xxnxx DE **n** UR RST 579 BK" "R **n** DE xxnxx UR RST 599 TU" >>> "R TU" "E E" >>> E E --- DETEC WORDS --- [CQ Calling] CQ CQ DX CQ NA CQ JA [CQ Ansewing] QRZ QRZ DX QRZ NA QRZ JA [BOTH] DE K BK UR RST 73 TU E E etc... 【Example usage video】 - Touch Keyer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CqcH7-4iiE - Straight Key - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuSEaJtD3KQ - Microphone IN Mode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goN9hVDEGnM
LemurKey
This app provides Morse code receiving practice for callsigns, sentences, and two-way contacts. It features adjustable settings, a Koch-style learning mode, and simulated interference for realistic training. Compete with friends on leaderboards and track your progress.
- Morse receiving practice
- Adjustable WPM and spacing
- Scripted two-way QSO mode
- Live DX band conditions
- Koch-style learning mode
- Simulated interference options
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LemurKey is Morse receiving practice built to practice real copy skills — callsigns, sentences, and two-way QSOs. Compete your friends with Strava-style leaderboards and go for the crown! COPY PRACTICE • Word, Callsign, and Sentence modes with slot-based copy • Adjustable WPM, character spacing, tone, and volume • Stars & Watts for clean copies; scrubber unlocks after you listen QSO MODE • Scripted two-way contacts: copy each transmission, then reply • Live accuracy feedback through the exchange LIVE DX • Band conditions and spots tailored to your grid square • Optional location for home grid (when-in-use only) TRAIN • Koch-style Learn mode to build speed character by character • Learn to send Q codes; practice sending by recall • Keys mode to hear any letter at your session settings CHAOS MODE • Optional QRM, QRN, and QSB while copying • Higher watt multipliers when the band gets noisy ACCOUNT (OPTIONAL) • Sign in to sync progress, compete on leaderboards, and back up stats • Delete your account anytime from Account Works offline for practice once installed. Audio runs locally on your device. Privacy policy: https://lemurkey.app/privacy.html Support: support@lemurkey.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: LemurKey at Free against RST 599TK Pro's $2.99. On ads, 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
LemurKey is free to download; RST 599TK Pro costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | RST 599TK Pro | LemurKey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | koji kamogawa | Steve Metcalf |
In-app purchases
RST 599TK Pro
No in-app purchases
LemurKey
No in-app purchases









