Comparison

Morse Decoder AI vs cwTime Practice

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

Head to head
About

Morse Decoder AI

This AI-powered tool decodes Morse code signals from audio input, ideal for amateur radio enthusiasts. It offers two modes and neural network options for various signal conditions and speeds, with customizable themes.

Highlights
  • AI-powered Morse code decoding
  • Two operational modes (direct and tone filtering)
  • Adjustable decoding speed (10-40 WPM)
  • Two neural network options (A and B)
  • Adjustable audio input monitoring
  • Customizable color themes
Features
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The Morse Decoder AI is an application for decoding Morse code signals using artificial intelligence. The application is designed for use by amateur radio enthusiasts for educational purposes. The Morse decoder listens to the audio stream through the microphone or line input and, upon detecting Morse code signals, decodes them into text. The neural network of the application is trained to decode signals with a speed ranging from 10 to 40 words per minute within a frequency range of 200 Hz to 900 Hz. The application supports two modes of operation: direct (default) and tone filtering mode. In direct mode, the neural network will attempt to decipher Morse code signals in the audio range of 250 Hz to 900 Hz. This mode is suitable for confident reception of Morse code at levels of 7db-9db on the S-meter. The tone filtering mode is ideal for decoding Morse code from noisy weak signals in the presence of radio interference. The audio input signal is first filtered using band-pass filters before being passed to the neural network for decoding. This mode allows for the decoding of faint signals, but it requires the accurate specification of the signal's tone frequency. Each radio amateur selects their own CW tone frequency in the transceiver settings, and it is important to tune precisely to the carrier frequency using the ZIN/SPOT button in YAESU transceivers, or the AUTOTUNE button in ICOM transceivers. There are 3 band-pass filter options available: 25Hz, 50Hz, 150Hz. If you can accurately determine the CW signal tone frequency, using the 25Hz filter, you can decode very faint Morse code signals. The application offers two neural network options: A and B, which can be easily switched in the interface. Network A is recommended for use with stable signal transmission with a constant duration of dots and dashes, while network B is recommended when using a straight key, where the duration of dots and dashes may vary. You have the ability to switch between these networks in real time and observe how each network hears and decodes Morse code. It is important to monitor the level of the incoming audio signal, for which the application provides a sound level indicator. Ensure that the signal is not too quiet or too loud. It is recommended to maintain the signal around -7db, which is sufficient for decoding. Keep in mind that higher audio frequencies are quieter than lower frequencies. Additionally, the application provides various color themes, allowing radio enthusiasts to customize the appearance of the application for comfortable use.

About

cwTime Practice

This utility app simulates an Iambic Keyer for Morse code practice. Users can tap paddles to send dits and dahs, access a Morse code dictionary, and adjust keyer settings like speed and tone frequency.

Highlights
  • Iambic Keyer simulation
  • Morse code dictionary
  • Adjustable WPM speed
  • Adjustable tone frequency
  • Clear log function
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This is a Iambic Keyer. Press the left paddle (blue) for dit and the right paddle (green). Press the red trash icon to clear the log, the blue book icon for the morse code dictionary (letters and abbreviations), and the gray gear icon to change key settings including the speed of the keyer in WPM and the frequency of the tone.

Screenshots

Morse Decoder AI4 screens
cwTime Practice4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: cwTime Practice at 100% against Morse Decoder AI's 11%. cwTime Practice also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (4.0 vs 2.0). Morse Decoder AI's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On ads and in-app purchases 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

cwTime Practice is free to download; Morse Decoder AI costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

cwTime Practice holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of Morse Decoder AI's written reviews are positive against 100% of cwTime Practice's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse Decoder AI ships an update weekly, cwTime Practice every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Morse Decoder AI versus cwTime Practice: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorse Decoder AIcwTime Practice
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (4 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuriy KvashaJett Mu

Customer experience

Morse Decoder AI

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral22.2%
Negative66.7%

cwTime Practice

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Morse Decoder AI

No in-app purchases

None

cwTime Practice

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Morse Decoder AI free?
Morse Decoder AI costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is cwTime Practice free?
cwTime Practice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Morse Decoder AI or cwTime Practice?
cwTime Practice is rated higher. Morse Decoder AI averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while cwTime Practice averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Morse Decoder AI or cwTime Practice have ads?
Neither Morse Decoder AI nor cwTime Practice shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Morse Decoder AI or cwTime Practice?
Morse Decoder AI ships an update weekly, and cwTime Practice every 3 months. Most recently, Morse Decoder AI was updated on October 10, 2026 and cwTime Practice on September 26, 2026.

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