Comparison

Flashlight & Morse Utility vs Morse Code Tool

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

Head to head
About

Flashlight & Morse Utility

This utility app provides a powerful flashlight with adjustable brightness and three distinct modes: torch, morse code, and strobe. It offers a super-fast startup and can even translate text into morse code for various uses.

Highlights
  • Torch mode with on/off
  • Morse code translator
  • Adjustable strobe frequency
  • Brightness adjustment
  • Fast startup
Features
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-Light, Morse and Strobe -Brightness Adjustment -Screen Lock Super fast start of the flashlight!!! This is the best torchlight App using the Flash Light of any iOS Device and it also supports iPhone 3G 3Gs and iPod touch using HQ graphics and animation. We have a very fast starting of the App. Doesn't even take a second to start up the App. Once it is started you are ready to bring light in the dark. There are 3 different modes. The torch mode, which is the startup mode where you can switch your app on and off. The morse mode lets you morse signals, also very fast performance of this mode. And we have a strobe mode where you can change the frequency. The frequency is also showed in an indicator. You can also morse any text you want, in case of world end scenario. Furthermore we integrated some sounds and animations, that give you the feeling of real torch. Never be scared in the dark again. Please note that the usage of the flash light can clearly shorten your battery power.

About

Morse Code Tool

Learn and send Morse code with your phone. Features include text conversion, instant light signals, and manual light toggling. An SOS signal tool is included for emergencies, though external equipment is recommended for safety.

Highlights
  • Text to Morse code conversion
  • Instant light signal conversion
  • Manual front/rear light toggling
  • SOS signal tool
  • Modernized UI
  • Intuitive controls
Features
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Turn your iPhone into a Morse code signalling torch. Type any message and flash it as light, tap out Morse by hand, or fire the universal SOS distress signal with a single tap. WHY SOS FLASHLIGHT & MORSE CODE? • Instant SOS — one tap flashes the internationally recognised distress signal, over and over, until you stop it • Text to light — type a message and the app converts it to Morse code and beams it with your LED torch or screen • Manual mode — tap out dots and dashes yourself using the front or rear light • Learn as you signal — watch each letter translate to Morse in real time, the easiest way to pick up the alphabet • Save your messages — keep frequently used signals ready to flash in seconds PERFECT FOR • Hikers, campers, sailors and four-wheel drivers who want a backup signalling tool in their pocket • Anyone learning Morse code — practise by sending real signals, not flashcards • Getting noticed at night — a bright, repeating light pattern stands out far better than a steady beam SAFETY NOTE The light from your phone's LED or screen may not be bright enough to alert emergency services or be seen at long distances. Always carry certified signalling equipment and follow proper safety procedures — this app is a backup, not a replacement. Download SOS Flashlight & Morse Code today and put a signalling toolkit in your pocket.

Screenshots

Flashlight & Morse Utility3 screens
Morse Code Tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Morse Code Tool at every 3 weeks against Flashlight & Morse Utility's every 6 months. Flashlight & Morse Utility's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 31) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment 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 & Morse Utility sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Morse Code Tool sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flashlight & Morse Utility holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flashlight & Morse Utility has 3.8K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of Flashlight & Morse Utility's written reviews are positive against 83% of Morse Code Tool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flashlight & Morse Utility ships an update every 6 months, Morse Code Tool every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flashlight & Morse Utility versus Morse Code Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlashlight & Morse UtilityMorse Code Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.8K ratings) — better4.4 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews78.7% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.8K — better31
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaniel KieferWhizbang

Customer experience

Flashlight & Morse Utility

All ratings3,803 ratings
Positive91.1%
Neutral4.0%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews1,106 reviews
Positive78.7%
Neutral3.5%
Negative17.8%

Morse Code Tool

All ratings31 ratings
Positive80.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative16.1%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Bugs and requests

Flashlight & Morse Utility

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on startup after update
  • Keeps turning off
  • Slow to start

Requested features

3 requests
  • Vibration effect with toggle
  • Ability to receive Morse code messages
  • Instant on/easy access feature

Morse Code Tool

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flashlight & Morse Utility

One-time1
  • Remove the ADs$0.99
5 purchases

Morse Code Tool

One-time5
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Remove Ads$1.99
  • Medium Tip$3.99
Show 2 more
  • Big Tip$37.99
  • Astronomical Tip$64.99

Questions

Is Flashlight & Morse Utility free?
Flashlight & Morse Utility is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Morse Code Tool free?
Morse Code Tool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flashlight & Morse Utility or Morse Code Tool?
Flashlight & Morse Utility is rated higher. Flashlight & Morse Utility averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while Morse Code Tool averages 4.4 from 31 ratings.
Do Flashlight & Morse Utility or Morse Code Tool have ads?
Both Flashlight & Morse Utility and Morse Code Tool show ads.
Which is updated more often, Flashlight & Morse Utility or Morse Code Tool?
Flashlight & Morse Utility ships an update every 6 months, and Morse Code Tool every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flashlight & Morse Utility was updated on September 23, 2026 and Morse Code Tool on September 8, 2026.

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