Comparison

BLESerial HM vs Morse Decoder AI

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

Head to head
About

BLESerial HM

This utility app provides a direct serial terminal connection to HM-10 and CC2541 Bluetooth Low Energy modules. It allows real-time sending of commands and receiving of data without cables, featuring smart alerts for specific data patterns and full configurability for custom firmware.

Highlights
  • Connects to HM-10/CC2541 BLE modules
  • Real-time command sending and data receiving
  • Scans for nearby BLE devices
  • Auto-reconnect functionality
  • Configurable display formats (ASCII/hex)
  • Smart alerts for data patterns
  • Supports custom firmware UUIDs
Features
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The dedicated serial terminal for HM-10 and CC2541 Bluetooth Low Energy modules. BLE Serial HM-10 connects your iPhone or iPad directly to any HM-10 or compatible device and lets you send commands and receive data in real time — no cables, no adapters, no fuss. Built specifically for the HM-10 / CC2541 serial service (FFE0 / FFE1), it works out of the box with popular modules and custom BLE firmware alike. **CONNECT IN SECONDS** Scan for nearby HM-10 and CC2541 devices and see their name, advertised services, manufacturer data, and live signal strength at a glance. Tap to connect. Auto-reconnect brings you straight back to your device every time you open the app. **SERIAL CONSOLE** A smooth scrolling console displays all incoming and outgoing data, with sent text highlighted for easy reading. Adjust font size, line endings, and display format (ASCII or hex) to suit your workflow. **SMART ALERTS** Set text patterns to watch for in incoming data. When a match is found, the app notifies you immediately — ideal for monitoring autonomous devices or catching error conditions. **FULLY CONFIGURABLE** Supports both the HM-10 (FFE0/FFE1) and CC2541 service profiles. The service and characteristic UUIDs can be adjusted in Settings for custom firmware. Supports both standard and 128-bit UUIDs. **CLEAN AND FOCUSED** No ads. No subscriptions. No unnecessary permissions. Just a fast, reliable connection to your HM-10 hardware. **WANT MORE?** Check out BLE Serial Pro — it supports nRF52 in the same app, and shows a live console strip so you can see device responses without switching views. See examples here: https://ednieuw.nl/BLESerial/BLESerialUsage.html

About

Morse Decoder AI

This AI-powered tool decodes Morse code signals from audio input, ideal for amateur radio enthusiasts. It offers two modes and neural network options for various signal conditions and speeds, with customizable themes.

Highlights
  • AI-powered Morse code decoding
  • Two operational modes (direct and tone filtering)
  • Adjustable decoding speed (10-40 WPM)
  • Two neural network options (A and B)
  • Adjustable audio input monitoring
  • Customizable color themes
Features
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The Morse Decoder AI is an application for decoding Morse code signals using artificial intelligence. The application is designed for use by amateur radio enthusiasts for educational purposes. The Morse decoder listens to the audio stream through the microphone or line input and, upon detecting Morse code signals, decodes them into text. The neural network of the application is trained to decode signals with a speed ranging from 10 to 40 words per minute within a frequency range of 200 Hz to 900 Hz. The application supports two modes of operation: direct (default) and tone filtering mode. In direct mode, the neural network will attempt to decipher Morse code signals in the audio range of 250 Hz to 900 Hz. This mode is suitable for confident reception of Morse code at levels of 7db-9db on the S-meter. The tone filtering mode is ideal for decoding Morse code from noisy weak signals in the presence of radio interference. The audio input signal is first filtered using band-pass filters before being passed to the neural network for decoding. This mode allows for the decoding of faint signals, but it requires the accurate specification of the signal's tone frequency. Each radio amateur selects their own CW tone frequency in the transceiver settings, and it is important to tune precisely to the carrier frequency using the ZIN/SPOT button in YAESU transceivers, or the AUTOTUNE button in ICOM transceivers. There are 3 band-pass filter options available: 25Hz, 50Hz, 150Hz. If you can accurately determine the CW signal tone frequency, using the 25Hz filter, you can decode very faint Morse code signals. The application offers two neural network options: A and B, which can be easily switched in the interface. Network A is recommended for use with stable signal transmission with a constant duration of dots and dashes, while network B is recommended when using a straight key, where the duration of dots and dashes may vary. You have the ability to switch between these networks in real time and observe how each network hears and decodes Morse code. It is important to monitor the level of the incoming audio signal, for which the application provides a sound level indicator. Ensure that the signal is not too quiet or too loud. It is recommended to maintain the signal around -7db, which is sufficient for decoding. Keep in mind that higher audio frequencies are quieter than lower frequencies. Additionally, the application provides various color themes, allowing radio enthusiasts to customize the appearance of the application for comfortable use.

Screenshots

BLESerial HM4 screens
Morse Decoder AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BLESerial HM at 100% against Morse Decoder AI's 11%. BLESerial HM also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.0). Morse Decoder AI's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). 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

BLESerial HM costs $2.99 and Morse Decoder AI $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BLESerial HM holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of BLESerial HM's written reviews are positive against 11% of Morse Decoder AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BLESerial HM ships an update every 6 months, Morse Decoder AI weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BLESerial HM versus Morse Decoder AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLESerial HMMorse Decoder AI
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better2.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better11.1% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEd NieuwenhuysYuriy Kvasha

Customer experience

BLESerial HM

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Morse Decoder AI

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral22.2%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

BLESerial HM

No in-app purchases

None

Morse Decoder AI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BLESerial HM free?
BLESerial HM costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Morse Decoder AI free?
Morse Decoder AI costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BLESerial HM or Morse Decoder AI?
BLESerial HM is rated higher. BLESerial HM averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Morse Decoder AI averages 2.0 from 4 ratings.
Do BLESerial HM or Morse Decoder AI have ads?
Neither BLESerial HM nor Morse Decoder AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BLESerial HM or Morse Decoder AI?
BLESerial HM ships an update every 6 months, and Morse Decoder AI weekly. Most recently, BLESerial HM was updated on October 2, 2026 and Morse Decoder AI on October 1, 2026.

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