Comparison

Simple Shell vs DitDah Decoder

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

Head to head
About

Simple Shell

This utility app offers a secure and efficient SSH client for iOS devices. It provides a cost-effective alternative for remote terminal access, based on an open-source project.

Highlights
  • SSH client functionality
  • Mosh protocol support
  • Remote terminal access
  • Cost-effective alternative
  • iOS compatibility
Features
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This project is a clone of shell application for iOS by Nicolas Holzschuch, https://github.com/holzschu/blink It is created to provide lower cost version of the ssh client for iPhone and iPad with older iOS versions

About

DitDah Decoder

Features
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DitDah Decoder is a professional-grade Morse code communication tool designed for amateur radio operators and CW enthusiasts. Using advanced technology, it decodes Morse code from audio in real-time and lets you send messages back. DECODE MORSE CODE • Real-time audio decoding from your microphone or use an external adapter to receive directly from your radio • Q-code and abbreviation translation • Saves audio recordings of your decoding sessions • Autocorrect button for reprocessing of saved audio files using neural networks SEND MORSE CODE • Type messages and transmit as Morse code audio • Adjustable frequency and speed (WPM) • Repeat send mode for calling CQ • Use an external adapter to transmit directly via your radio • Two people using the app can easily send messages back and forth on the air COMPLETE LOGBOOK • Automatic call sign detection with country lookup • Organized by date and call sign • Tap on any call sign to see stats • QSO tracking and confirmation • Adif export Whether you're a licensed amateur radio operator working CW on the bands or learning Morse code, DitDah Decoder provides the tools you need for two-way Morse communication.

Screenshots

Simple Shell4 screens
DitDah Decoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Simple Shell at $1.99 against DitDah Decoder's $19.99. Simple Shell also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). DitDah Decoder's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 40 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Simple Shell costs $1.99 and DitDah Decoder $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Shell ships an update every 40 months, DitDah Decoder monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Simple Shell versus DitDah Decoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple ShellDitDah Decoder
Price$1.99 — better$19.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 40 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperASHER SYEDTimothy Diehl

In-app purchases

None

Simple Shell

No in-app purchases

None

DitDah Decoder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Simple Shell free?
Simple Shell costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is DitDah Decoder free?
DitDah Decoder costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Simple Shell or DitDah Decoder have ads?
Neither Simple Shell nor DitDah Decoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Shell or DitDah Decoder?
Simple Shell ships an update every 40 months, and DitDah Decoder monthly. Most recently, Simple Shell was updated on September 30, 2026 and DitDah Decoder on October 2, 2026.

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