# Flashlight Ⓞ vs Morse Code Reader and Decoder

Flashlight Ⓞ and Morse Code Reader and Decoder both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of Flashlight Ⓞ's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's. Flashlight Ⓞ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). Morse Code Reader and Decoder's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 3 months). On price, rating 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. Flashlight Ⓞ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Flashlight Ⓞ against 4.4 for Morse Code Reader and Decoder. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight Ⓞ has 31K ratings behind it against 2.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 89% of Flashlight Ⓞ's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's.

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flashlight Ⓞ | Morse Code Reader and Decoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (31K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023/reviews)** | [4.4 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **31K** | 2.4K |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 30.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#83** | — |
| Size | 59 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ONE App Essentials](https://appshunter.io/developer/1387492219) | [Ivan Antic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1367134411) |

## What reviewers say

### Flashlight Ⓞ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashlight/id381471023)

**Currently charting:** #83 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This utility app provides a bright and fast flashlight with adjustable LED brightness. It also includes an always-on compass and a mini-map for navigation in the dark. Additional features include strobe modes and an SOS signal.

**Highlights:** Brightest LED flashlight, Adjustable brightness control, Always-on compass, Built-in mini map, Strobe mode with 10 frequencies, SOS signal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Bright and adjustable light
- 🚀 Reliable and quick to use
- 💡 Useful additional features like compass and Morse code
- 🔍 Helps in various situations like reading menus, finding lost items, and navigating in the dark

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with the light turning off unexpectedly
- 🔋 Concerns about high battery consumption
- 🤖 Complaints about intrusive ads and tracking permissions
- 🤔 Some users find the app too complex compared to the built-in iPhone flashlight

**Reported bugs**

- Light not working on certain devices like iPhone 11
- App freezing or locking up the phone

**Requested features**

- Ability to keep the light on while using other apps
- Option to disable sound effects
- Improved brightness control and customization


### 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 Flashlight Ⓞ free?

Flashlight Ⓞ 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, Flashlight Ⓞ or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?

Flashlight Ⓞ is rated higher. Flashlight Ⓞ averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31K ratings, while Morse Code Reader and Decoder averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Flashlight Ⓞ or Morse Code Reader and Decoder have ads?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder shows ads; Flashlight Ⓞ does not.

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

Flashlight Ⓞ ships an update every 3 months, and Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. Most recently, Flashlight Ⓞ was updated on September 24, 2026 and Morse Code Reader and Decoder on September 23, 2026.

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