Comparison

DotDash vs Learn Morse Code

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

Head to head
About

DotDash

Master Morse code with this modern trainer. It offers adaptive audio, speed drills, and progress tracking using scientifically designed lessons. Ideal for beginners and experienced users looking to improve fluency.

Highlights
  • Progressive learning from 2 letters to 40+ characters
  • Adaptive speed training (5-40 WPM)
  • Spaced repetition for retention
  • Real-time feedback
  • 50 structured lessons
  • Multiple practice drill types
  • Offline mode
Features
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MASTER MORSE CODE BY EAR DotDash teaches you to hear Morse the way operators do: sounds first, never a lookup table. One guided session a day, five minutes, and the letters start to feel like words. WHY DOTDASH? • Audio-first — every character is learned by ear at full 20 WPM character speed; the dot-dash pattern is only ever shown as feedback • Koch method, done properly — start with E and T, add one character at a time, never move on below 90% accuracy • Farnsworth spacing that tightens as you improve — from 8 to 15 WPM effective, automatically • Spaced repetition — weak letters come back at the right moment, mastered ones fade out • Unit checkpoints — copy real 5-character code groups, the same test amateur radio classes use • Beep, your signal-lamp coach, listens and reacts as you learn ONE DAILY SESSION Warm-up reviews → one new character → mixed recognition, recall and sending drills → words you can already spell. Beginners hear their first letters in under a minute. PRACTICE YOUR WAY • Recall drill — hear a letter, tap it from everything you have learned • Sending drill — key the rhythm on a straight-key pad with instant grading • Word copy — real words, Q-codes and ham abbreviations built only from your letters • Daily mystery word — a word puzzle that gets slower with each try; share your solve speed • Decoder and reference library — look up or hear any character, prosign or Q-code STAY ON TRACK • Learning path with unit checkpoints and progress for every character • Daily streak and XP • Per-character accuracy and speed • A gentle reminder when your next session is ready PROFESSIONAL AUDIO • Clean sidetone, adjustable 400–1000 Hz • Character speed 5–40 WPM with independent Farnsworth spacing • Plays with the screen off PERFECT FOR • Amateur radio operators preparing for CW on the air • Pilots, sailors and anyone who works with beacons • Preppers, scouts and emergency-ready families • Puzzle lovers and anyone who wants a skill most people never learn PREMIUM Try free for 3 days, then subscribe yearly or weekly, or buy once and keep it forever. Premium unlocks the full learning path, unlimited practice and sync across devices. FEATURES AT A GLANCE • 36 characters + prosigns and punctuation • 300 words, Q-codes and abbreviations • Guided daily session, 4 practice modes, daily challenge • Spaced repetition and unit checkpoints • Works offline · No ads --- Privacy Policy: https://policyforge.co/policy/privacy-dotdash-privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://policyforge.co/policy/terms-dotdash-terms-of-service Support: hello@getdotdash.today

About

Learn Morse Code

Features
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MORSE CODE MADE EFFORTLESS Morse Code can seem daunting for beginners, but it doesn't have to be. With Ditty, you can master the symbols of international Morse Code in as little as 7 days. SMART REVIEW SYSTEM Ditty uses the latest in memory science to optimally test your recall of learned content. Over time, you will be able to instantly recognise and reproduce all the symbols taught without ever feeling overwhelmed. Ditty tests your recall and recognition of pure Morse Code audio, not written symbols - Learning this way creates the optimal learning pathways in your brain for you to continue your Morse Code journey. Ditty also encourages you to learn at your own pace - If you don't feel able to learn new content at a particular moment, you don't have to. START TODAY Learning is fun, and Ditty makes it easy. Download now and learn Morse Code in less than a week! Morse code icon created by AbtoCreative - Flaticon: https://www.flaticon.com/free-icon/morse-code_4075435 Flashcards icon created by manshagraphics - Flaticon: https://www.flaticon.com/free-icon/flash-card_9100957 Audio: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Audio_files_of_Morse_code_-_alphabet"

Screenshots

DotDash4 screens
Learn Morse Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Learn Morse Code at every 8 days against DotDash's every 2 weeks. Learn Morse Code also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DotDash sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Learn Morse Code sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DotDash ships an update every 2 weeks, Learn Morse Code every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
DotDash versus Learn Morse Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDotDashLearn Morse Code
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.113.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPaul EkirapaMatthew Morgan

In-app purchases

4 purchases

DotDash

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$49.99
2 purchases

Learn Morse Code

One-time2
  • All Content - Lifetime Unlock$4.99
  • All Content - Lifetime Unlock$6.99

Questions

Is DotDash free?
DotDash is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Learn Morse Code free?
Learn Morse Code is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DotDash or Learn Morse Code have ads?
Neither DotDash nor Learn Morse Code shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DotDash or Learn Morse Code?
DotDash ships an update every 2 weeks, and Learn Morse Code every 8 days. Most recently, DotDash was updated on October 2, 2026 and Learn Morse Code on October 1, 2026.

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