Morse2Text vs FT Control for YAESU
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Morse2Text
Enter text using Morse code taps on a knob interface, ideal for those familiar with Morse. Copy or email your text, or use the custom keyboard extension for seamless input in other apps. Adjustable speed and keying modes enhance the experience.
- Morse code knob interface
- Adjustable WPM speed
- Straight key and iambic modes
- Custom keyboard extension
- Copy and email text
- Configurable audio feedback
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Tap on the knob in Morse Code to enter text. Then copy the text to use in other apps. Or email it. No need to look at a tiny keyboard. If you know a little Morse Code, you can now enter some text without having to look directly at your iPhone. The Morse Code WPM (words per minute speed) is adjustable over a 5 to 45 WPM range so you can tap as fast or slow as you are capable. Both straight key and iambic keying (automatic dots and dashes) modes are supported. You can adjust the knob/dots to be on the left or right. Audio feedback is provided at a configurable frequency. If the timing of your keying (Morse Code "fist") is excellent, you can have the spaces between the words inserted automatically. Otherwise, this app provides a mode where spaces are suppressed. You can instead tap on the text field to enter a space, and stroke backward on the text field to delete mistakes. On devices running iOS 8, you can also install a 3-key (for dot, dash and space between characters) Silent Dot Dash Morse Code keyboard to use within other apps. Install using the iOS Settings app, under General:Keyboard:Keyboards:Add... This iOS 8 Custom keyboard extension currently does not produce any sound or tones. The extension keyboard does not collect or store any app or keyboard input data, nor does it connect to the network.
FT Control for YAESU
Control and operate selected YAESU transceivers remotely or locally. Features integrated digital modes, logging, dual VFO, and DX-Cluster alerts. Supports CW operation with unique keyboard or paddle input.
- Remote transceiver operation
- Integrated digital modes (FT8, FT4, CW, SSTV)
- Comprehensive logging with ADIF support
- Dual VFO and waterfall displays
- DX-Cluster integration and alerts
- Remote CW operation via keyboard/paddle
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FT Control for YAESU is an innovative Software Defined Radio (SDR) client designed specifically for iPad and iPhone users, allowing comprehensive control and operation of selected YAESU transceivers. Developed to maximize the capabilities of the FT-710, FTdx-10, and FTdx-101 (D or MP) models, this app is your gateway to operating your transceiver seamlessly, both locally and remotely via the internet. KEY FEATURES ■ Full Control Anywhere: Operate your YAESU transceiver locally at home or from anywhere in the world with an internet connection through the YAESU SCU-LAN10 network interface. ■ Integrated Digital Modes: Use built-in tools for FT8, FT4, CW, Weather FAX and SSTV (NEW!) without the need for external software. ■ Logging: Maintain a comprehensive logbook with automatic logging, ADIF import/export. ■ Dual VFO and Waterfalls: Manage dual VFO settings and view real-time dual waterfall displays for detailed frequency insights (dependent on transceiver capabilities). ■ DX-Cluster and Alerts: Stay updated with DX-Cluster integration and personalized alerts for desired callsigns, DXCCs, States or others. ■ Visual and Interactive Features: View radio spots in the waterfall display, check band limits, and see callsigns on a map complete with directional data. ■ CW Operation: Offers unique CW capabilities not supported by YAESU, including remote CW transmission via keyboard or a hardware paddle connected via CTR2/MIDI Controller. WHAT YOU NEED: - An YAESU FT-710, FT-dx10 or FTDX-101 (D or MP) - A YAESU SCU-LAN10 interface - The Transceiver needs to be connected to the SCU-LAN interface - The SCU-LAN interface needs to be connected to your local Network - No USB cable needed or supported - An iPhone or iPad which runs at least iOS 18 LEARN MORE: Discover all features here: https://ham-radio-apps.com Access the full Manual: https://ham-radio-apps.com/manuals Note: FT-Control for YAESU is independently developed and is not affiliated with or endorsed by YAESU Corporation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Morse2Text at $0.99 against FT Control for YAESU's $89.99. FT Control for YAESU's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 9 months). 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
Morse2Text costs $0.99 and FT Control for YAESU $89.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FT Control for YAESU holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FT Control for YAESU has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Morse2Text's written reviews are positive against 91% of FT Control for YAESU's.
Morse2Text ships an update every 9 months, FT Control for YAESU fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Morse2Text | FT Control for YAESU |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 — better | $89.99 |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.6 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 90.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 27.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HotPaw Productions | Marcus Roskosch |
Customer experience
Morse2Text
FT Control for YAESU
In-app purchases
Morse2Text
No in-app purchases
FT Control for YAESU
No in-app purchases
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