Comparison

TinyMIDI vs DitDah Decoder

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

Head to head
About

TinyMIDI

Features
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Companion app for the TinyMIDI Morse Code paddle adapter. Allows users to: • Pair TinyMIDI devices via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) • Use a side tone generator with adjustable WPM • Test external key input • Test capacitive touch paddle Privacy Policy: https://n6ara.com/privacy-policy/

About

DitDah Decoder

Features
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DitDah Decoder is a professional-grade Morse code communication tool designed for amateur radio operators and CW enthusiasts. Using advanced technology, it decodes Morse code from audio in real-time and lets you send messages back. DECODE MORSE CODE • Real-time audio decoding from your microphone or use an external adapter to receive directly from your radio • Q-code and abbreviation translation • Saves audio recordings of your decoding sessions • Autocorrect button for reprocessing of saved audio files using neural networks SEND MORSE CODE • Type messages and transmit as Morse code audio • Adjustable frequency and speed (WPM) • Repeat send mode for calling CQ • Use an external adapter to transmit directly via your radio • Two people using the app can easily send messages back and forth on the air COMPLETE LOGBOOK • Automatic call sign detection with country lookup • Organized by date and call sign • Tap on any call sign to see stats • QSO tracking and confirmation • Adif export Whether you're a licensed amateur radio operator working CW on the bands or learning Morse code, DitDah Decoder provides the tools you need for two-way Morse communication.

Screenshots

TinyMIDI3 screens
DitDah Decoder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TinyMIDI at Free against DitDah Decoder's $19.99. TinyMIDI also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.4). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

TinyMIDI is free to download; DitDah Decoder costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TinyMIDI ships an update every 8 days, DitDah Decoder monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 3 level
TinyMIDI versus DitDah Decoder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTinyMIDIDitDah Decoder
PriceFree — better$19.99
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperN6ARA ElectronicsTimothy Diehl

In-app purchases

None

TinyMIDI

No in-app purchases

None

DitDah Decoder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TinyMIDI free?
TinyMIDI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DitDah Decoder free?
DitDah Decoder costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TinyMIDI or DitDah Decoder have ads?
Neither TinyMIDI nor DitDah Decoder shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TinyMIDI or DitDah Decoder?
TinyMIDI ships an update every 8 days, and DitDah Decoder monthly. Most recently, TinyMIDI was updated on October 3, 2026 and DitDah Decoder on October 2, 2026.

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