Comparison

Morse vs Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

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

Head to head
About

Morse

Translate, type, learn, and convert Morse code with this versatile app. It offers features like a flashing light encoder, audio file creation, and real-time microphone decoding. Customize your experience and explore advanced learning and social features.

Highlights
  • Morse code translation and interpretation
  • Full-screen flashing light encoder
  • Morse code audio file generation
  • Real-time microphone decoding
  • Morse alphabet and mnemonics
  • Customizable display and settings
Features
Currently charting
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Morse-it is an easy-to-use application that lets you translate, interpret, type, learn, convert Morse code, and more. You can run it on your iPhone or iPad and it is compatible with VoiceOver. Note: By getting this app, you'll have access to several useful and fun features related to Morse code (these are the features explained in this description and visible in the screenshots). In addition, you can unlock advanced features in the app if you need them: learning and social features. More information at the end of this description. Type any text and it will be automatically encoded into a full-screen flashing effect of the corresponding Morse code. The flashlight of your device is also used. Your "SOS" messages will be seen quite far away! Some sound will also be played accordingly. In detailed mode, the encoded text will scroll during the decoding process. Tap some Morse code on the screen and the program will translate it into some text. Several input types are supported: Novice, Straight Key, Memory Paddle, Iambic Paddle (A and B), Microphone. Left and right handed modes are supported. Test and improve your skills: are you good enough to be understood? Create Morse code audio files from a given text (or variables). Use these files as you like: listen to them to train your decoding skills or use them as ringtones for your mobile phone. Create beautiful abstract wallpapers for your device (or posters to be printed) by customizing the display of the dashes and dots of the sentence you like. Exclusive feature that allows you to decode in real time the Morse code recorded by the microphone into text (note: the sound must be quite clear/loud and without much noise). Some automatic calibration is performed, allowing adaptation to speed, tone and volume changes. The full Morse alphabet (including prosigns) can also be viewed and the associated Morse code can be played. Tapped and decoded text can be edited and exported to clipboard, in-app email and SMS. A special screen allows textual conversion of Morse code and text. Exchange encrypted messages with your friends. Wikipedia and Visual Mnemonic screens to get information and mnemonics about Morse code. You can also add your own websites for in-app consultation. The whole application is highly configurable (frequency, WPM, tone type, color, Morse code, variables ...) A customizable today view widget can be added to your home screen to display the current date in Morse code. Some custom actions are available in the shortcut app, and some features of the app can be triggered using Siri. You can also become part of the Morse-it Social Club (thanks to a renewable subscription) and unlock the following Social features: Messages, Forums, QSO Bot, Poem of the Day, Quotes of the Day, Games of the Day ... and more. The following Learning features will also be unlocked (but can also be unlocked with a single one-time in-app purchase if you prefer): Koch trainer, Sending trainer, Cards trainer, CWops Academy learning method, Quiz, Macros, Dictionaries: abbreviations, QSOs, mnemonics, timing (Farnsworth) and Morse alphabet/Prosigns personalization, appearance customization ... and more. Some Morse-it features are powered by Icom, a world leader in the amateur radio market. !!! As seen on TV !!! (UK) in Most Haunted Live: Apparently you can use it to communicate with ghosts (no guarantee though :D) Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

Decode Morse code from various sources like flashing lights, audio, or even eye blinks. Convert text to Morse and practice your skills with interactive lessons. This versatile tool is perfect for hobbyists and professionals alike.

Highlights
  • Decode Morse from light, audio, and eye blinks
  • Convert text to Morse code and vice versa
  • Transmit Morse via flashlight, sound, or vibration
  • Interactive lessons and practice modes
  • Real-time adaptive timing
  • Morse code dictionary reference
Features
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Universal Morse Decoder and Encoder Features: LIGHT DECODER Point your camera at any flashing light source - flashlights, LEDs, or signal lamps. Our advanced brightness detection automatically adapts to different flash speeds and intensities, decoding even challenging signals in real-time. AUDIO DECODER Listen and decode Morse code from radio transmissions, practice apps, or any audio source. Perfect for amateur radio operators and CW enthusiasts. TEXT DECODER AND ENCODER Type any message and instantly convert it to Morse code or type morse and convert it to english. Transmit morse with visual flashlight signals, sound effects, or vibration patterns. BLINK DECODER Decode Morse code transmitted by eye blinks in real time LEARN & PRACTICE Master Morse code with interactive lessons, progress tracking, and adaptive difficulty levels. From beginner dot-dash patterns to advanced radio communications. SMART FEATURES Real-time adaptive timing that learns your transmission speed Save and organize decoded messages Complete Morse code dictionary reference Works with flashlights, screen flashing, and audio signals Perfect for: Amateur radio operators, emergency preparedness, military training, scout activities, escape room puzzles, or just having fun with friends using secret light signals. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Morse4 screens
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Morse at 90% against Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's 0%. Morse also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 14). Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's advantage is price (Free vs $0.99) and update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder is free to download; Morse costs $0.99 up front. Morse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Morse holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Morse has 1.1K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Morse's written reviews are positive against 0% of Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse ships an update every 5 weeks, Morse Code Decoder and Encoder weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Morse versus Morse Code Decoder and Encoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorseMorse Code Decoder and Encoder
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better4.1 (14 ratings)
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.1K — better14
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#125 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFrancis BonninTeo Udovcic

Customer experience

Morse

All ratings1,146 ratings
Positive94.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews443 reviews
Positive90.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative6.1%

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

All ratings14 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral7.1%
Negative21.4%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Morse

Subscriptions2
  • Morse-it Social Club1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Morse-it Social Club$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Learning features$8.99
2 purchases

Morse Code Decoder and Encoder

Subscriptions2
  • Morse Premium$5.991 Year
  • Morse Premium$8.991 Year

Questions

Is Morse free?
Morse costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Morse Code Decoder and Encoder free?
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Morse or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder?
Morse is rated higher. Morse averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Morse Code Decoder and Encoder averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.
Do Morse or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder have ads?
Neither Morse nor Morse Code Decoder and Encoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Morse or Morse Code Decoder and Encoder?
Morse ships an update every 5 weeks, and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder weekly. Most recently, Morse was updated on October 2, 2026 and Morse Code Decoder and Encoder on September 26, 2026.

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