Comparison

Flashlight vs Morse Code Reader and Decoder

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

Head to head
About

Flashlight

This utility app provides a bright light source using your device's flash or screen. It offers fast startup, battery optimization, and several modes like strobe and Morse code for emergencies. It's designed for illuminating dark spaces and assisting with various tasks.

Highlights
  • Very bright flashlight
  • Fast start
  • Battery optimization
  • Strobe mode
  • Pulse mode (Morse Code)
  • Emergency beacon (SOS)
Features
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Over 20 million downloads! This new and improved version uses less battery and starts faster. --- Flashlight uses the flash on the back of your iPhone, or the screen on your older iOS device, to project a bright white light from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. So what are you waiting for? Download today and crawl into a dark corner, explore the underside of your desk, or tinker inside of your electronics, all the while illuminating your life with your Flashlight. Flashlight Features: • Very Bright Flashlight • Fast Start • High Resolution Graphics • Battery Optimization • Strobe Mode • Pulse Mode (Morse Code) • Emergency Beacon (Blinks Morse Code for SOS) • Uses the lamp on the back of the iPhone • Works with iPad, iPod, and older iPhones Note: This free flashlight application is supported by advertisements. You can remove the ads for $0.99 USD by clicking on the (i) icon. Thank you for the understanding and support.

About

Morse Code Reader and Decoder

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
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Do you need a perfect tool for converting text into Morse Code and vice versa? And do you want that tool to transmit Morse Code in four different ways? Then, this is the right app for you! This app will convert any text into Morse Code which you can transmit via flashlight, screen blinking, vibration and sound effects. If you need to convert Morse Code into regular text, that is also possible. Give this app a try immediately and enjoy its fabulous design and great functionality. NEW FEATURES ADDED: - Practice and learn Morse code - 3 difficulty levels - Practice letters, words and sentences - Converting text into Morse Code - Converting Morse Code into text - Transmitting Morse Code in four different ways: - Via Flashlight - Via Screen Blinking - Via Vibration - Via Sound Effects Everything you need for using Morse Code in just one app, right on your iPhone. Use this application to send various signals and, if you want, you can save them, too. Download this app now and explore all its features. ---------- Pro Morse Code Subscription Conditions: - Your subscription lasts 1 month, 6 months, or 1 year, depending on the subscription level chosen at the time of purchase. - You will be charged $2.99 for 1 month, $17.49 for 6 months, $19.99 for 1 year, depending on the subscription level chosen at the time of purchase. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription. - Your account will be charged for a renewed subscription within 24 hours prior to the end of current subscription. You will be charged $2.99 for 1 month, $17.49 for 6 months, or $19.99 for 1 year, depending on your subscription level. - You can manage your subscription and switch off the auto-renewal by accessing your account settings after purchase. - You cannot cancel the current subscription during the active subscription period. - Any unused part or time-span of a free trial period will be forfeited, as soon as you purchase a subscription. - You can view our Privacy Policy here: https://bataboki018.wixsite.com/ivanantic/copy-of-privacy-policy - You can view our Terms of Use here: https://bataboki018.wixsite.com/ivanantic/trems-of-use

Screenshots

Flashlight4 screens
Morse Code Reader and Decoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

Flashlight and Morse Code Reader and Decoder both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 90% of Flashlight's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's. Flashlight also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Morse Code Reader and Decoder's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and 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

Both are free to download. Flashlight sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Morse Code Reader and Decoder sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flashlight holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.7K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of Flashlight's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flashlight ships an update every 7 months, Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flashlight versus Morse Code Reader and Decoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlightMorse Code Reader and Decoder
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4.7K ratings) — better4.4 (2.4K ratings)
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews — better30.2% of reviews
Number of ratings4.7K — better2.4K
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer7th GearIvan Antic

Customer experience

Flashlight

All ratings4,692 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral3.9%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews1,891 reviews
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.0%
Negative7.1%

Morse Code Reader and Decoder

All ratings2,418 ratings
Positive83.8%
Neutral5.9%
Negative10.3%
Written reviews189 reviews
Positive30.2%
Neutral10.6%
Negative59.3%

User reviews

Flashlight

From 4.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 Instant light activation
  • 💡 Useful features like strobe and SOS
  • 🔦 Bright and effective flashlight

Room to improve

  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
  • 💤 Slow startup time in some cases

Morse Code Reader and Decoder

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Bugs and requests

Flashlight

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Flashlight not working on some older devices
  • Ads blocking the light in some cases

Requested features

3 requests
  • Adjustable brightness levels
  • Lock screen option to prevent accidental activation
  • Battery saving mode

Morse Code Reader and Decoder

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flashlight

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
7 purchases

Morse Code Reader and Decoder

Subscriptions3
  • Morse Code Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Morse Code 6 Months$17.496 Months
  • Morse Code Pro Annually$19.991 Year
One-time4
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Intermediate tutorial$1.99
  • Advanced tutorial$2.99
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  • Morse Code Pro$3.99

Questions

Is Flashlight free?
Flashlight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
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, Flashlight or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?
Flashlight is rated higher. Flashlight averages 4.6 out of 5 from 4.7K ratings, while Morse Code Reader and Decoder averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.
Do Flashlight or Morse Code Reader and Decoder have ads?
Both Flashlight and Morse Code Reader and Decoder show ads.
Which is updated more often, Flashlight or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?
Flashlight ships an update every 7 months, and Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. Most recently, Flashlight was updated on September 23, 2026 and Morse Code Reader and Decoder on September 23, 2026.

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