Comparison

MorseKey vs Morse Code

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

Head to head
About

MorseKey

Practice sending Morse Code with this simple touchscreen keyer. Adjust tone frequency and volume, or use the iambic keyer for speed training. Ideal for learning and practicing Morse Code transmission.

Highlights
  • Touchscreen Morse code key
  • Adjustable tone frequency
  • Adjustable volume
  • Iambic keyer (mode A)
  • Adjustable dot speed
Features
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This is a very simple touchscreen-based Morse Code straight key. Practice sending Morse Code on your iPhone or iPod Touch. Touch the display screen and the device will sound out a tone. The duration of the tone is controlled by how long you touch the device screen. Send Dots using quick touches, and Dashes by touches held down 3 times longer. The tone frequency is adjustable from 300 Hz to 1200 Hz in the Settings. The volume can be adjusted to a lower level as well. There is also an iambic keyer (mode A) with adjustable dot speed available. A Morse Code tutorial is not included. You can find one on Wikipedia or on the ARRL website. Also see MorseTest, in the iPhone App Store, another educational Morse Code application by HotPaw Productions.

About

Morse Code

Master Morse Code with this free trainer featuring voice dictation and real-time feedback. It offers adjustable speed levels, supports over 30 languages, and is designed for both beginners and ham radio operators.

Highlights
  • Voice dictation with real-time accuracy feedback
  • 5 adjustable speed levels
  • Supports over 30 languages
  • Animated onboarding for beginners
  • Designed for ham radio operators
Features
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Morse Code Practice helps you learn, hear, and tap Morse code with focused lessons and hands-on training. Whether you are just getting started or improving speed and accuracy, the app gives you practical exercises for reading, writing, listening, and sending Morse code. Main Features: Morse Code Categories: Learn International, Russian, Greek, Arabic, Hebrew, Japanese, and Korean Morse code. Learning Mode: Build a strong foundation with clear lessons designed for beginners. Reading and Writing Practice: Train from single characters to common words and phrases, then raise the difficulty at your own pace. Dictation Practice: Listen to Morse code audio and type what you hear to improve recognition and accuracy. Tapping Practice: Simulate real keying practice to develop rhythm, timing, and finger coordination. Tools: Share Morse code audio. Progress Tracking: Review your progress and stay motivated as your skills improve. Custom Settings: Adjust playback speed and other options to match your level and training goals. Download Morse Code Practice and turn daily practice into steady progress.

Screenshots

MorseKey1 screens
Morse Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MorseKey at 4.5 against Morse Code's 2.9. MorseKey also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 57%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Morse Code's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MorseKey holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 28 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of MorseKey's written reviews are positive against 57% of Morse Code's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MorseKey ships an update every 12 months, Morse Code every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MorseKey versus Morse Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorseKeyMorse Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (28 ratings) — better2.9 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews — better57.1% of reviews
Number of ratings28 — better12
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB22 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperHotPaw Productions薛琦 高

Customer experience

MorseKey

All ratings28 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral5.8%
Negative27.5%

Morse Code

All ratings12 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative41.7%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%

In-app purchases

None

MorseKey

No in-app purchases

None

Morse Code

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MorseKey free?
MorseKey is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Morse Code free?
Morse Code is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MorseKey or Morse Code?
MorseKey is rated higher. MorseKey averages 4.5 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Morse Code averages 2.9 from 12 ratings.
Do MorseKey or Morse Code have ads?
Neither MorseKey nor Morse Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MorseKey or Morse Code?
MorseKey ships an update every 12 months, and Morse Code every 4 weeks. Most recently, MorseKey was updated on September 18, 2026 and Morse Code on September 10, 2026.

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