# QRV vs Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder

The clearest difference is rating: QRV at 4.9 against Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder's 4.0. QRV also leads on ratings volume (82 vs 2) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QRV sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QRV holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: QRV has 82 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

QRV ships an update weekly, Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QRV | Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrv-ham-radio-multitool/id6754951380/reviews)** | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-trainer-cw-decoder/id6796642915/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **82** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 81.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 25 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **18.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joseph Iannazzone](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554474189) | [Vislab](https://appshunter.io/developer/480699790) |

## What reviewers say

### QRV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qrv-ham-radio-multitool/id6754951380)

This app consolidates essential ham radio tools for efficient operation and DX success. It provides real-time band conditions, callsign lookups, band plans, and built-in calculators. Available across multiple Apple devices, it offers cross-device sync and customizable alerts.

**Highlights:** Real-time band conditions, Universal callsign lookup, Cross-device sync, DXpedition calendar, POTA spots, Band plans, Built-in calculators

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| QRV Premium - Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| QRV Premium - Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| QRV Premium - Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


### Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morse-code-trainer-cw-decoder/id6796642915)

Learn and practice Morse code with a comprehensive tool that translates text, sends signals, and decodes real-world audio. It offers structured lessons, progress tracking, and the ability to communicate directly with other devices. Unlock advanced features with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Text to Morse code translation, Morse code to text decoding, Signal sending via sound, haptics, light, Structured learning lessons, Progress tracking and daily tests, Audio/video/image signal analysis, Direct device-to-device communication

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MORSE PRO One-Time Unlock | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QRV free?

QRV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder free?

Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, QRV or Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder?

QRV is rated higher. QRV averages 4.9 out of 5 from 82 ratings, while Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do QRV or Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder have ads?

Neither QRV nor Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, QRV or Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder?

QRV ships an update weekly, and Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder fortnightly. Most recently, QRV was updated on November 14, 2026 and Morse Code Trainer, CW Decoder on November 13, 2026.

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