Morse Elmer vs Morse Code Keys
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Morse Elmer
Learn Morse Code effectively with this app. It utilizes proven methods like the Koch Method and Farnsworth spacing to accelerate your learning. Track your progress with detailed graphs and train anytime to become proficient.
- Learn Morse Code
- Koch Method training
- Farnsworth spacing
- Progress tracking
- Graphical results
- On-the-go training
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Morse Elmer is an app to help you learn Morse Code. Morse Elmer uses two well established methods to help you learn: The Koch Method and Farnsworth spacing. As you train Morse Elmer keeps track of your results, graphing them so you can monitor your progress. With Morse Elmer on your iOS device you'll have the tools to train whenever you want and the more frequently you train the quicker you'll become proficient. Learn more at: http://morseelmer.blogspot.com/
Morse Code Keys
Master Morse code with this free training application. Practice and drill each letter of the alphabet at your own pace. Ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation in Morse code communication.
- Morse code alphabet practice
- Letter drilling exercises
- Beginner-friendly interface
- Free to use
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Learning morse code can be tough without the right tools. That's why we created Morse Code Keys - Trainer. With this free app, you're going to be able to take the time to practice and drill in each letter of the alphabet. Once you're confident in your skills, download our other app: Morse Code Keys, which will allow you to utilize your new skill with a morse code keyboard that can be used across any app. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Morse Code Keys at Free against Morse Elmer's $0.99. Morse Code Keys also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Morse Elmer's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On ratings volume 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
Morse Code Keys is free to download; Morse Elmer costs $0.99 up front. Morse Code Keys sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Morse Elmer asks for nothing beyond the download.
Morse Elmer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 187 and 175 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Morse Elmer's written reviews are positive against 56% of Morse Code Keys's.
Morse Elmer ships an update every 2 months, Morse Code Keys every 11 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.
| Parameter | Morse Elmer | Morse Code Keys |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.8 (187 ratings) — better | 4.4 (175 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 81.2% of reviews — better | 55.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 187 — better | 175 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 11 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Morgan Jones | Caesar Salad Software LLC |
Customer experience
Morse Elmer
Morse Code Keys
User reviews
Morse Elmer
From 187 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
- 🎯 Effective Farnsworth and Koch learning methods
- 📱 Portable practice anywhere on iPhone/iPad
- ⚙️ Highly customizable speed and spacing controls
- 📊 Progress tracking and session scoring
Room to improve
- 📝 Requires pen and paper for copying
- 🐛 Manual self-scoring system (honor-based)
- 📱 Limited to 10-minute maximum sessions
- 🔊 Low volume output on some devices
- ⚙️ Twitchy Farnsworth spacing slider
Morse Code Keys
From 175 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to learn Morse code
- 🚀 Fast learning curve
- ✅ Effective for beginners
- 💡 Repetitive learning method works
- ✨ Helps master letters quickly
Room to improve
- 🐛 Buggy, doesn't always progress
- 👎 Sound issues (no sound, lag)
- 👎 Buttons lag or register late
- 👎 Dit/Dah keys are backwards
- 👎 Lacks numbers and punctuation
Bugs and requests
Morse Elmer
Reported bugs
7 issues- Incorrect Morse code for some letters
- Missing option to add letters (iOS 15+)
- Text not displaying in settings dialog (iPad Air)
- Drops last character in sequence reporting
- Volume extremely low on headphone/Bluetooth
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- App compatibility issues with current iOS versions
- Support link missing from app
Requested features
13 requests- Higher speed support (beyond current limits)
- Keyboard input mode for automatic scoring
- Sending/keying practice capability
- Extended session duration (30+ minutes)
- Morse code reference chart in-app
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- Variable temperature numbers in QSO mode
- More diverse QTH locations
- Standard iOS file picker integration
- File deletion and organization options
- Error-based scoring option
- Practice timer reset functionality
- Head copy practice mode
- Custom word list creation
Morse Code Keys
Reported bugs
10 issues- Audio stopped working after iOS update
- Audio never worked over wireless headphones
- Letter Z not appearing in practice sessions
- Sound doesn't work
- Tone sound lags between touching screen and playing
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- Buttons don't register until finger is lifted
- Sound doesn't show up on older devices
- App opens with 'A' and doesn't progress
- Doesn't go past letter A
- Dit and Dah keys are backwards from standard
Requested features
7 requests- Ability to select individual letters for practice
- Option to remove ads for a one-time fee
- Add numbers and punctuation
- Fix dit/dah key order for iambic keys
- Option to adjust WPM (words per minute)
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- Add a home screen
- More settings options
In-app purchases
Morse Elmer
No in-app purchases
Morse Code Keys
- Remove Ads Monthly$2.991 Month
- Remove Ads Yearly$9.991 Year
- Remove Ads Forever$19.99
Questions
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