Comparison

Morse Link vs Flashlight

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

Head to head
About

Morse Link

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Explore the world of Morse code with Morse Link, an app that allows you to translate text into Morse code in real-time. This brings an ancient mode of communication to your fingertips. Whether you're sending secret messages or simply satisfying your curiosity, Morse Link makes it easy and enjoyable. Features: - Flashlight Playback: Bring your translations, bookmarks, and individual Morse characters with your device’s flashlight. - Bookmark your translations: Save your favorite or frequently used translations for quick access later. - Real-time translation: Type in text and watch as it's instantly converted to Morse code. Perfect for learning, teaching, or just having fun. - Morse Alphabet: A dedicated page to master the Morse alphabet at your own pace. Each symbol is displayed, making it easy to learn and memorize.

About

Flashlight

Instantly transform your device into a Morse code transmitter, emitting SOS distress signals for emergency communication. Features a simple interface for quick operation and a Morse keyboard and translator.

Highlights
  • Morse code transmitter
  • SOS distress signal
  • Emergency communication
  • Morse keyboard
  • Morse translator
Features
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- Instantly signal for help by transforming your iOS device into a Morse code transmitter, emitting the SOS distress signal. - Access emergency communication swiftly with a simple interface designed for quick operation. - Ensure safety wherever you are with this essential tool on your iOS device. - Morse keyboard - Morse translator

Screenshots

Morse Link4 screens
Flashlight3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Morse Link at none against Flashlight's shown. Flashlight's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 11 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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

Morse Link ships an update every 11 months, Flashlight fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Morse Link versus Flashlight: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorse LinkFlashlight
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Ad-supported
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLaszlo MocsyKhang Le

In-app purchases

None

Morse Link

No in-app purchases

None

Flashlight

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Morse Link free?
Morse Link is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flashlight free?
Flashlight is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Morse Link or Flashlight have ads?
Flashlight shows ads; Morse Link does not.
Which is updated more often, Morse Link or Flashlight?
Morse Link ships an update every 11 months, and Flashlight fortnightly. Most recently, Morse Link was updated on October 16, 2026 and Flashlight on October 5, 2026.

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