CW Morse Master vs LemurKey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CW Morse Master
Master Morse code with this comprehensive tool. Practice sending and receiving using realistic virtual keys and various training modes. Includes helpful utilities like text-to-Morse conversion and a visual transmitter.
- Virtual Straight Key and Iambic Paddle
- Real-time visual feedback and decoding
- Reflex and Drill modes for listening practice
- Text-to-Morse conversion
- Visual transmitter with screen/flashlight
- Customizable speed, timing, and pitch
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Morse Master is the ultimate tool for learning and practicing Morse Code (CW). Designed for both aspiring amateur radio operators and puzzle enthusiasts, this app offers a comprehensive suite of tools to master the dots and dashes. KEY FEATURES: • Transmit (TX) Practice: Use the realistic virtual Straight Key or Iambic Paddle to practice sending code. The app provides visual feedback and decoding in real-time. • Receive (RX) Training: Improve your listening skills with multiple modes: - Reflex Mode: Quick-fire character recognition. - Drill Mode: Practice sets of characters based on the Koch method, common words, or callsigns. • Built-in Tools: - Text-to-Morse: Type any message and hear it played back. - Visual Transmitter: Use your screen or flashlight (if supported) to signal messages. - Cheat Sheet: Quick reference chart with both list and tree views for decoding. • Fully Customizable: Adjust transmission speed (WPM), Farnsworth timing for easier learning, and audio pitch to suit your preference. Download Morse Master today and start your journey into the world of CW!
LemurKey
This app provides Morse code receiving practice for callsigns, sentences, and two-way contacts. It features adjustable settings, a Koch-style learning mode, and simulated interference for realistic training. Compete with friends on leaderboards and track your progress.
- Morse receiving practice
- Adjustable WPM and spacing
- Scripted two-way QSO mode
- Live DX band conditions
- Koch-style learning mode
- Simulated interference options
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LemurKey is Morse receiving practice built to practice real copy skills — callsigns, sentences, and two-way QSOs. Compete your friends with Strava-style leaderboards and go for the crown! COPY PRACTICE • Word, Callsign, and Sentence modes with slot-based copy • Adjustable WPM, character spacing, tone, and volume • Stars & Watts for clean copies; scrubber unlocks after you listen QSO MODE • Scripted two-way contacts: copy each transmission, then reply • Live accuracy feedback through the exchange LIVE DX • Band conditions and spots tailored to your grid square • Optional location for home grid (when-in-use only) TRAIN • Koch-style Learn mode to build speed character by character • Learn to send Q codes; practice sending by recall • Keys mode to hear any letter at your session settings CHAOS MODE • Optional QRM, QRN, and QSB while copying • Higher watt multipliers when the band gets noisy ACCOUNT (OPTIONAL) • Sign in to sync progress, compete on leaderboards, and back up stats • Delete your account anytime from Account Works offline for practice once installed. Audio runs locally on your device. Privacy policy: https://lemurkey.app/privacy.html Support: support@lemurkey.app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: LemurKey at Free against CW Morse Master's $1.99. CW Morse Master's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On 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
LemurKey is free to download; CW Morse Master costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | CW Morse Master | LemurKey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Beibi Technology Co., Ltd. | Steve Metcalf |
Customer experience
CW Morse Master
LemurKey
In-app purchases
CW Morse Master
No in-app purchases
LemurKey
No in-app purchases
