# Base vs Morse Code Reader and Decoder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Base at 100% against Morse Code Reader and Decoder's 30%. Base also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and in-app purchases (none vs 7). Morse Code Reader and Decoder's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 2). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Morse Code Reader and Decoder sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Base asks for nothing beyond the download.

Base holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Morse Code Reader and Decoder has 2.4K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Base's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's.

Base ships an update every 3 weeks, Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Base | Morse Code Reader and Decoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/base-2-converter/id343169234/reviews)** | [4.4 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 30.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [wakachamo](https://appshunter.io/developer/343169237) | [Ivan Antic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1367134411) |

## What reviewers say

### Base

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/base-2-converter/id343169234)

Easily convert between binary and decimal number systems. This tool is designed for computer science professionals and students needing quick conversions.

**Highlights:** Binary to decimal conversion, Decimal to binary conversion, Simple user interface, Useful for computer science, Ideal for students

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Morse Code Reader and Decoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136)

Convert text to Morse code and vice versa. Transmit messages using flashlight, screen blinking, vibration, or sound. Includes practice modes for learning Morse code.

**Highlights:** Text to Morse code conversion, Morse code to text conversion, Flashlight transmission, Screen blinking transmission, Vibration transmission, Sound effect transmission, Morse code practice modes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Morse Code Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Morse Code 6 Months | $17.49 | per 6 months |
| Morse Code Pro Annually | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Intermediate tutorial | $1.99 | one-time |
| Advanced tutorial | $2.99 | one-time |
| Morse Code Pro | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and simple
- 💡 Helpful for learning Morse code
- 🚀 Great tool for learning Morse code

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sound/vibration issues
- 🔋 Drains battery
- 💰 Too many ads
- 💰 Paywalled features
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes/crashes during use
- Conversion issues (incorrect translations)
- Sound not working

**Requested features**

- Add flashlight/camera Morse code translator
- Allow adjusting dot/dash timing
- Add sound settings (tone, frequency)
- Improve learning mode/progression


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Base free?

Base is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Morse Code Reader and Decoder free?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Base or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?

Base is rated higher. Base averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Morse Code Reader and Decoder averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Base or Morse Code Reader and Decoder have ads?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder shows ads; Base does not.

### Which is updated more often, Base or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?

Base ships an update every 3 weeks, and Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. Most recently, Base was updated on June 5, 2026 and Morse Code Reader and Decoder on September 29, 2026.

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