Morse Code Decoder and Encoder vs FTRunner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder
Decode Morse code from various sources like flashing lights, audio, or even eye blinks. Convert text to Morse and practice your skills with interactive lessons. This versatile tool is perfect for hobbyists and professionals alike.
- Decode Morse from light, audio, and eye blinks
- Convert text to Morse code and vice versa
- Transmit Morse via flashlight, sound, or vibration
- Interactive lessons and practice modes
- Real-time adaptive timing
- Morse code dictionary reference
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Universal Morse Decoder and Encoder Features: LIGHT DECODER Point your camera at any flashing light source - flashlights, LEDs, or signal lamps. Our advanced brightness detection automatically adapts to different flash speeds and intensities, decoding even challenging signals in real-time. AUDIO DECODER Listen and decode Morse code from radio transmissions, practice apps, or any audio source. Perfect for amateur radio operators and CW enthusiasts. TEXT DECODER AND ENCODER Type any message and instantly convert it to Morse code or type morse and convert it to english. Transmit morse with visual flashlight signals, sound effects, or vibration patterns. BLINK DECODER Decode Morse code transmitted by eye blinks in real time LEARN & PRACTICE Master Morse code with interactive lessons, progress tracking, and adaptive difficulty levels. From beginner dot-dash patterns to advanced radio communications. SMART FEATURES Real-time adaptive timing that learns your transmission speed Save and organize decoded messages Complete Morse code dictionary reference Works with flashlights, screen flashing, and audio signals Perfect for: Amateur radio operators, emergency preparedness, military training, scout activities, escape room puzzles, or just having fun with friends using secret light signals. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
FTRunner
This app provides comprehensive statistics and live tracking for FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) events and teams. Access team rankings, match history, OPR, and real-time event updates directly on your lock screen. It's designed for easy use at events with offline capabilities and a dark interface.
- Team stats, rankings, and match history
- Live event tracking with Lock Screen updates
- Real-time scores and rankings
- Offline access with cached data
- Dark interface for event readability
- Search for teams and events
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Stay on top of every FTC match with FTRunner - the ultimate companion app for FIRST Tech Challenge teams, mentors, and fans. TEAM STATS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS • Browse any FTC team's stats, rankings, and match history • Track OPR, win rates, and performance trends • Set your home team for quick access to what matters most LIVE EVENT TRACKING • Follow events in real-time with Live Activities on your Lock Screen • See match schedules, scores, and rankings as they happen • Know exactly when your team plays next - never miss a match COMPREHENSIVE EVENT DATA • Browse events by region and season • View full match schedules with alliance breakdowns • Check rankings and elimination brackets • See which teams are competing at any event BUILT FOR THE PIT • Works offline with cached data • Clean, dark interface that's easy to read at events • Quick search to find any team or event instantly POWERED BY OFFICIAL DATA • Real-time data from the official FIRST API • Additional stats and insights from FTC Scout Whether you're scouting opponents, tracking your team's progress, or just following the action from home, FTRunner keeps you connected to everything FTC.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: FTRunner at 5.0 against Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's 4.1. FTRunner also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Morse Code Decoder and Encoder's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. Morse Code Decoder and Encoder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year and FTRunner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FTRunner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Morse Code Decoder and Encoder has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder ships an update weekly, FTRunner every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Morse Code Decoder and Encoder | FTRunner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (14 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Teo Udovcic | MATTHEW GOLDBERG |
Customer experience
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder
FTRunner
In-app purchases
Morse Code Decoder and Encoder
- Morse Premium$5.991 Year
- Morse Premium$8.991 Year
FTRunner
- FTRunner Supporter$4.99
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