# WSPR watch vs Morse Code Reader and Decoder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: WSPR watch at 94% against Morse Code Reader and Decoder's 30%. WSPR watch also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). Morse Code Reader and Decoder's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 73) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price 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. WSPR watch asks for nothing beyond the download.

WSPR watch holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Morse Code Reader and Decoder has 2.4K ratings behind it against 73, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of WSPR watch's written reviews are positive against 30% of Morse Code Reader and Decoder's.

WSPR watch ships an update fortnightly, Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WSPR watch | Morse Code Reader and Decoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (73 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wspr-watch/id532487317/reviews)** | [4.4 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-reader-and-decoder/id1372696136/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 73 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | **93.7% of reviews** | 30.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Access Informatics](https://appshunter.io/developer/490461089) | [Ivan Antic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1367134411) |

## What reviewers say

### WSPR watch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wspr-watch/id532487317)

This utility app provides ham radio operators with real-time WSPRnet and PSKreporter data. It displays who can hear you and offers detailed information for each spot. Users can also export data for further analysis.

**Highlights:** WSPRnet and PSKreporter data display, Real-time reception information, Detailed spot information, QRZ.com call sign lookup, Tab-delimited CSV export

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 🚀 Fast data access
- 🗺️ Superb globe/map visualization
- 📱 Runs well on Mac, iPad, and iPhone
- 💡 Developer is responsive and active

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Spot info jumbled in portrait mode
- 🐛 Crashes sometimes
- 🐛 WSPRnet API not working for some users
- 🐛 PSK reporter not working for some users
- 🐛 RBN not working for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Spot Info is jumbled in Portrait mode
- Crashes sometimes
- WSPRnet API hasn't worked for weeks for some users
- WSPRnet itself not providing data for some users
- PSK reporter doesn't work

**Requested features**

- Zoom out on map to see all spots
- Add-on features
- Ability to switch between local and UTC time
- 24/12hr time format
- Compare two callsigns


### 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 WSPR watch free?

WSPR watch 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, WSPR watch or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?

WSPR watch is rated higher. WSPR watch averages 4.8 out of 5 from 73 ratings, while Morse Code Reader and Decoder averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do WSPR watch or Morse Code Reader and Decoder have ads?

Morse Code Reader and Decoder shows ads; WSPR watch does not.

### Which is updated more often, WSPR watch or Morse Code Reader and Decoder?

WSPR watch ships an update fortnightly, and Morse Code Reader and Decoder every 2 months. Most recently, WSPR watch was updated on September 18, 2026 and Morse Code Reader and Decoder on September 23, 2026.

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