HamSphere 5.0 vs Telegraph Morse Code Messenger
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HamSphere 5.0
This virtual ham radio transceiver simulates HF bands from 10-160m, including 6m, 2m, and 70cm. It features USB, LSB, and CW modes, power settings, and built-in audio filters. Additional instruments can be unlocked via in-app purchases.
- Virtual HF bands (10-160m)
- 6m, 2m, and 70cm bands
- USB, LSB, and CW modes
- Built-in audio filters
- Power setting
- In-app purchase instrument expansions
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This handheld Amateur Radio transceiver offers 10-160m virtual HamSphere HF bands including 6m, 2m and 70cm. It comes with a fully working 30 day trial. The transceiver has three built in audio filters, USB, LSB and CW Modes, power setting. The transceiver can be expanded with a number of useful instruments as in-app-purchases.
Telegraph Morse Code Messenger
Communicate with friends using Morse code through messaging, learning, and translation features. This app offers interactive lessons to master the code and a unique retro-terminal interface for an immersive experience.
- Real-time Morse code messaging
- Interactive Morse code learning tools
- Text to Morse code translation
- Retro-terminal interface
- Anonymous guest mode
- Practice modes with multiple difficulty levels
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Chat with friends in Morse code! Telegraph is the ultimate Morse code app for messaging, learning, and translation. MORSE CODE CHAT Send messages to friends using Morse code. Whether you're looking for a unique way to communicate or want to keep your conversations private, Telegraph lets you chat in one of history's most iconic codes. Connect with other Morse code enthusiasts and experience messaging like never before. LEARN MORSE CODE Master Morse code with interactive lessons and practice modes. Telegraph makes learning fun and accessible, whether you're a complete beginner or brushing up on your skills. Build your speed and accuracy with engaging exercises that help the dots and dashes become second nature. MORSE CODE TRANSLATOR Instantly translate text to Morse code and back. Type your message and watch it transform into authentic Morse code patterns. Perfect for learning, experimentation, or quickly encoding messages on the go. UNIQUE RETRO-TERMINAL DESIGN Experience a distinctive interface inspired by classic computer terminals. The clean, hacker-aesthetic design makes every interaction feel authentic and immersive. WHY TELEGRAPH? - Real-time Morse code messaging - Comprehensive learning tools for all skill levels - Fast and accurate translation between text and Morse code - Unique retro-terminal interface - Anonymous guest mode for instant access - Practice modes with multiple difficulty levels - Fun way to communicate privately Whether you want to learn a new skill, chat with friends in a unique way, or explore the world of Morse code communication, Telegraph has everything you need. Download now and start your Morse code journey! Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Telegraph Morse Code Messenger at 100% against HamSphere 5.0's 38%. Telegraph Morse Code Messenger also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). HamSphere 5.0's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. HamSphere 5.0 sells 30 one-off in-app purchases and Telegraph Morse Code Messenger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Telegraph Morse Code Messenger holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of HamSphere 5.0's written reviews are positive against 100% of Telegraph Morse Code Messenger's.
HamSphere 5.0 ships an update monthly, Telegraph Morse Code Messenger fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HamSphere 5.0 | Telegraph Morse Code Messenger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (7 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 37.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HamSphere AB | JogWheel Digital LLC |
Customer experience
HamSphere 5.0
Telegraph Morse Code Messenger
In-app purchases
HamSphere 5.0
- 3el T-yagi E (30m)$4.99
- 3el T-yagi E (40m)$4.99
- 3el T-yagi W (20m)$4.99
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- 3el T-yagi E (20m)$4.99
- G5RV North-South (10-160m)$4.99
- J-Pole (12m)$6.99
- J-Pole (17m)$6.99
- Plugizer MBP009$6.99
- Lookup Box MBP011$6.99
- J-Pole (11m)$6.99
- J-Pole (20m)$6.99
- Log Book MBP003$6.99
- DX-Monitor MBP008$6.99
- Waterfall MBP002$6.99
- Antenna Selector MBP004$6.99
- Antenna Rotator MBP005$6.99
- Oscilloscope MBP006$6.99
- DX-Cluster MBP010$6.99
- 8-Band Omni Whip (10-40m)$6.99
- J-Pole (10m)$6.99
- G5RV East-West (10-160m)$6.99
- Moxon (20m)$14.99
- Moxon (12m)$14.99
- Moxon (17m)$14.99
- Moxon (10m)$14.99
- Moxon (11m)$14.99
- Bruce Array (60m)$24.99
- Bruce Array (80m)$24.99
- VU2NSB Dangler (20,17, 12,10m)$29.99
- HamSphere Subscription$29.99
Telegraph Morse Code Messenger
- Telegraph Premium$2.991 Month
Questions
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