Simple Shell vs DitDah Decoder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- SSH client functionality
- Mosh protocol support
- Remote terminal access
- Cost-effective alternative
- iOS compatibility
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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
DitDah Decoder
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Simple Shell | DitDah Decoder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 — better | $19.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 40 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ASHER SYED | Timothy Diehl |
In-app purchases
Simple Shell
No in-app purchases
DitDah Decoder
No in-app purchases
Questions
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