Comparison

Morse vs Morse Beam

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 Beam

Features
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MorseBeam is a practical utility that translates your text into Morse code and plays the signal through your iPhone in several ways. It is designed for learning the Morse alphabet, practicing signal timing, and turning short messages into offline signals. Choose flash, screen glow, sound, or haptics, then use one or several modes at the same time. Type your message, see its Morse code instantly, and start signaling. Key features: • Instant text-to-Morse translation • Copy Morse code to the clipboard • Signal playback with flashlight, screen glow, sound, and haptics • Combine multiple signal modes • Slow, normal, fast, and custom speed options from 5-35 WPM • Optional repeat mode and adjustable flashlight power • Quick access to preset messages such as SOS, HELP, and I AM HERE • Interactive Morse guide for letters, numbers, and punctuation • Turkish character support • English and Turkish interface • Offline use with no account required Tap characters in the Morse guide to preview their rhythm with sound and haptics. This makes it easier to practice the difference between short and long signals instead of only reading the code. Privacy: Your messages and settings are processed locally on your device. MorseBeam does not require an account, membership, or internet connection. Important notice: MorseBeam is not an official emergency response, search and rescue, or life-saving app. In an emergency, contact your local official emergency number whenever possible. Flashing lights may cause discomfort for people with photosensitive conditions. Do not point the flashlight directly into anyone's eyes or use the app while driving. Extended flashlight use may increase battery consumption and cause your device to warm up.

Screenshots

Morse4 screens
Morse Beam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Morse Beam at Free against Morse's $0.99. Morse Beam also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3). Morse's advantage is chart position (#73 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On ads 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 Beam is free to download; Morse costs $0.99 up front. Morse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Morse Beam asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Morse versus Morse Beam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorseMorse Beam
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#73 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB3 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFrancis BonninHalil Musubeli

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
None

Morse Beam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Morse free?
Morse costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Morse Beam free?
Morse Beam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Morse or Morse Beam have ads?
Neither Morse nor Morse Beam shows ads.

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