Comparison

Morse Chat vs Igloo

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

Head to head
About

Morse Chat

Communicate with Morse code enthusiasts worldwide through public or private chat rooms and direct messages. Customize your experience with various Morse keys, output modes, and translation options. Practice your skills in a dedicated playground.

Highlights
  • Morse code communication
  • Public and private chat rooms
  • Direct messaging
  • Multiple Morse key types
  • Morse code practice playground
  • Auto-translation
  • Customizable output modes
Features
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Features: - Communicate with fellow Morse enthusiasts from far and near simply by tapping dots and dashes. - Meet new friends in a number of public rooms (10 WPM or less, 15 WPM, 20 WPM or more, Test room and so on). - Share and exchange ideas with your Inner Circle by creating private rooms. - In private rooms, the owner can modify room details (room ID & name) and remove members. - Text your friends privately with direct messages. - 7 types of Morse keys to choose from (e.g. iambic). - NEW! “Playground” to test and train your Morse code sending skills. - Support for external keyboard. - Easily subscribe and unsubscribe to notifications by clicking the bell icon at the upper right corner. - Learn and practice Morse code in real conversations (click on the question mark icon in any chat screen to see Morse representations and the most common Morse abbreviations). - Auto-translate between Morse code, Morse representation and text while receiving or sending messages. You decide what to show and in which order in Settings. - Option to show live translation while typing the Morse code. - Try the app out as a guest or sign in with your Apple ID, Google account or Facebook account. - Completely adjust the app according to your preferences: 1. Choose the frequency and output mode of the Morse messages (audio, blinking light, flashlight, vibration or audio + blinking light). 2. Adjust the transmission speed when using auto-translate. 3. Change the theme (Cyan, Bright, Dark, Black). 4. Enable/disable auto-send, auto-translation and more. - Absolutely no ads. - Easily block annoying users. - Blog posts and the info screen provide detailed instructions on how to use the app. Morse Code Morse code is a communication system that uses a series of short signals (also known as dots or dits) and long signals (also known as dashes or dahs) to transmit characters. The initial version of it was developed by Samuel F. B. Morse as a method to transmit natural language through the telegraph in the mid-19th century. Morse Chat Morse Chat is an app that allows users to communicate with others using Morse code. Once you sign in, you’ll see 3 big buttons which correspond to 3 main ways of chatting. - Public Rooms. A number of rooms (10 WPM or less, 15 WPM, 20 WPM or more, Test room and so on) has been created to allow chatting with fellow Morse code enthusiasts. These rooms are open to everyone. Contact us if you have an idea for a new public room. - Private Rooms. These can be created by premium users, and joined by any user (premium or not) who gets the room ID and password (case sensitive) or is invited by an existing room member. - Direct Messages (DMs). These are private messages between two participants. Simply create a DM by searching the other user’s display name or call sign. Download Morse Chat now and say “Hello” to the world in Morse code! Privacy Policy: https://www.dong.digital/morsechat/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.dong.digital/morsechat/tos/

About

Igloo

This IRC client has been completely re-engineered for enhanced performance and stability. It offers a refined user experience with a redesigned interface, simultaneous file transfers, and optimized bouncer integration. Enjoy secure communication, versatile file sharing, and extensive customization options.

Highlights
  • Multi-file DCC/XDCC transfers
  • Redesigned user interface with themes
  • Optimized for bouncers (ZNC)
  • Comprehensive network support
  • SSL/TLS encryption
  • Inline media viewing
  • VoiceOver accessibility
Features
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Introducing the new Igloo: a complete overhaul delivering an IRC Client with enhanced performance and stability. This latest version, reengineered from the ground up, offers a refined user experience while maintaining the simplicity and versatility you expect from Igloo. What's New: • Multi-File DCC/XDCC: Enhanced to support simultaneous file transfers, now conveniently stored locally for immediate access. • Redesigned User Interface: A cleaner, more intuitive UI paired with a selection of themes, elevating your chat experience. • Optimized for Bouncers: Advanced features tailored for a seamless experience with popular bouncers like ZNC. Core Features: • Comprehensive Network Support: Compatible with all IRC networks, including Freenode, Libera, Rizon, EFnet, and more. • Secure Communication: Ensured by SSL/TLS encryption. • ZNC Integration: Seamless integration with ZNC and a Push Notification module (https://push.igloo.app). • Versatile File Sharing: File, image, audio, and video sharing supported through platforms like Arxius.io and Imgur.com. • Enhanced Input Completion: For channels, nicks, and commands. • Inline Media Viewing: Experience inline media display for a more engaging chat environment. • Customization and Compliance: Customize your experience with inline nick coloring, full formatting with 99 color support, and adherence to IRCv3 standards. • VoiceOver Accessibility: Enhanced accessibility features including VoiceOver integration to support our vision-impaired users. We're committed to evolving Igloo based on your feedback. If there are features you'd like to see in future updates, please let us know at contact@igloo.app or join us at #igloo on iglooirc.com. Terms of Service: https://igloo.app/terms Privacy Policy https://igloo.app/privacy

Screenshots

Morse Chat4 screens
Igloo3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Morse Chat at 4.7 against Igloo's 3.7. Morse Chat also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 43%) and ratings volume (486 vs 119). Igloo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Morse Chat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Igloo sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Morse Chat holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 486 and 119 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Morse Chat's written reviews are positive against 43% of Igloo's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse Chat ships an update every 2 months, Igloo every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Morse Chat versus Igloo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorse ChatIgloo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (486 ratings) — better3.7 (119 ratings)
Positive reviews73.5% of reviews — better43.0% of reviews
Number of ratings486 — better119
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXiang DongEskimo Software

Customer experience

Morse Chat

All ratings486 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive73.5%
Neutral8.8%
Negative17.6%

Igloo

All ratings119 ratings
Positive68.9%
Neutral2.5%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews79 reviews
Positive43.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative53.2%

User reviews

Morse Chat

From 486 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great for learning Morse code
  • 💬 Fun to chat with people
  • 💡 Excellent learning course
  • 😊 Made a friend
  • 🚀 Very useful for CW learners

Room to improve

  • 💰 Requires payment for important features
  • 🤔 Design doesn't make sense
  • 💸 Don't want to pay premium
  • 🔊 App does not play sound
  • 🔊 Fix sound playback

Igloo

From 119 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎨 Clean, minimalistic, and modern interface
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive app performance
  • 🔗 Seamless bouncer integration with IRCv3 support
  • 📱 Best IRC client available for iOS/iPadOS
  • 💬 Active developer with responsive support

Room to improve

  • 💰 Expensive pricing compared to competitors
  • 🔄 Forced upgrade from previous version with license non-transfer
  • 😤 Developer has dismissive and snarky attitude in responses
  • 📵 Cannot stay connected in background (Apple limitation)
  • 🚫 Misleading 'free' app store listing (trial only)

Bugs and requests

Morse Chat

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 🐛 Weird letters when typing
  • 🐛 Randomly stops and plays long note
  • 🐛 Cannot delete single letters
  • 🐛 App does not play sound
  • 🐛 No option to enable sound

Requested features

7 requests
  • Remove paywall for words and phrases
  • Allow external key connection
  • Ability to delete single letters in direct chat
  • Adjust speed on transmitter
  • Allow going back to original lesson level
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  • Add iambic support
  • Support for external key via HID or MIDI

Igloo

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App disconnects when screen turns off or app backgrounded
  • Theme selection not persisting between app launches
  • User list menu jumps unexpectedly on tap
  • Link opening requires multiple taps instead of single tap
  • Copy/paste functionality hidden and unintuitive
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  • Some servers fail to connect
  • Cannot open certain IRC networks
  • Whois/whowas functionality issues with saved conversations
  • Trial license not showing in Apple account for cancellation
  • iPad view support initially broken in V3

Requested features

15 requests
  • Restore /ignore command for blocking users
  • IRCv3 CHATHISTORY extension implementation
  • DCC file transfer support
  • Ability to hide/disable Slap function
  • Color customization for usernames
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  • Disable part/quit message spam
  • Customizable timestamp formats
  • Multi-line copy/paste selection
  • Long-term chat log retention
  • Reorderable server lists
  • Icon selection for servers
  • Hideable user list in portrait mode on iPad
  • Automatic configuration sync across devices
  • Keep screen from timing out during sessions
  • Theme selection persistence

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Morse Chat

One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$4.99
5 purchases

Igloo

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly License$0.991 Month
  • Yearly License$7.991 Year
One-time3
  • Free TrialFree
  • Lifetime License (Upgrade)$9.99
  • Lifetime License$19.99

Questions

Is Morse Chat free?
Morse Chat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Igloo free?
Igloo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Morse Chat or Igloo?
Morse Chat is rated higher. Morse Chat averages 4.7 out of 5 from 486 ratings, while Igloo averages 3.7 from 119 ratings.
Do Morse Chat or Igloo have ads?
Neither Morse Chat nor Igloo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Morse Chat or Igloo?
Morse Chat ships an update every 2 months, and Igloo every 2 weeks. Most recently, Morse Chat was updated on September 20, 2026 and Igloo on September 9, 2026.

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