Comparison

Optogenetics vs Simple Morse Tool

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

Head to head
About

Optogenetics

Features
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Optogenetics is a tool which aids an investigator in calculating the required optical power for a given in-vivo experiment involving optogenetics or any other experimental approach that includes light delivery to deep brain areas via optical fibers. Different brain areas have different optical properties, which determine how light scatters and distributes, once it exits the optical fiber. To estimate the amount of light required for a given experimental design, knowledge about the specific scattering properties of the brain region of choice, the specific opsin to be used, and the properties of the optical fiber are required. Once a user inputs these parameters into the APP, it calculates the maximal depth at which excitation of the opsin can be expected. The penetration depth is plotted as a function of optical power (mW), such that a user can see how light scatters in the brain tissue under the specific circumstances. For the scientific basis of this calculator, please see Al-Juboori, Dondzillo, Stubblefield, Felsen, Lei, and Klug: Light scattering properties vary across different regions of the adult mouse brain, PlosONE, e67626(8) 2013. For additional information, please see www.optogeneticsapp.com. The pro and regular versions of the app are identical.

About

Simple Morse Tool

This utility app transforms your phone into a simple tool for transmitting Morse code signals. The screen illuminates when touched, and a basic Morse code chart is provided for reference. It's designed for straightforward use, offering a fun experience when shared with others.

Highlights
  • Morse code signal transmission
  • White screen for visibility
  • Minimal Morse code chart
  • Recent letter highlighting
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Turns your phone into a simple morse tool, and nothing more. The app's screen turns white when you touch it, allowing to transmit morse code signals to those who see you. There's a minimal Morse Code chart at the bottom too; the most recently entered letter is briefly highlighted. No InApp purchases, no ads. Most fun when used with another person.

Screenshots

Optogenetics4 screens
Simple Morse Tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Optogenetics at every 5 months against Simple Morse Tool's every 139 months. Simple Morse Tool's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Optogenetics ships an update every 5 months, Simple Morse Tool every 139 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Optogenetics versus Simple Morse Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOptogeneticsSimple Morse Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 months — betterEvery 139 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size365 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPopneuron Ltd.Bartlomiej Niemtur

In-app purchases

None

Optogenetics

No in-app purchases

None

Simple Morse Tool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Optogenetics free?
Optogenetics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simple Morse Tool free?
Simple Morse Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Optogenetics or Simple Morse Tool have ads?
Neither Optogenetics nor Simple Morse Tool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Optogenetics or Simple Morse Tool?
Optogenetics ships an update every 5 months, and Simple Morse Tool every 139 months. Most recently, Optogenetics was updated on October 17, 2026 and Simple Morse Tool on October 16, 2026.

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