# MorseForge vs CW Runner QT

The clearest difference is price: MorseForge at Free against CW Runner QT's $2.99. MorseForge also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). CW Runner QT's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

MorseForge is free to download; CW Runner QT costs $2.99 up front. MorseForge sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CW Runner QT asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MorseForge against 5.0 for CW Runner QT. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MorseForge has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | MorseForge | CW Runner QT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morseforge/id6757250658/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cw-runner-qt/id6760776478/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Paid |
| Size | 60 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jacob McCaig](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865556486) | [伟光 高](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885482323) |

## What reviewers say

### MorseForge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morseforge/id6757250658)

Learn Morse code through interactive lessons, engaging practice modes, and a unique story-driven adventure. Track your progress, unlock achievements, and connect with friends while mastering this timeless communication skill.

**Highlights:** Structured Koch method lessons, Multiple practice modes (Speed, Word, Zen), Story mode with choices and multiple endings, Gamified progression with levels and achievements, Cloud sync for cross-device progress, Detailed analytics and progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Forge Pass Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Forge Pass Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### CW Runner QT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cw-runner-qt/id6760776478)

This app simulates realistic Morse code contests for amateur radio operators. It enhances copying accuracy, contest rhythm, and on-air confidence with practical, contest-style practice and real callsigns.

**Highlights:** 4 contest training modes, Multi-language support, Optional guidance, Auto CQ support, 8,000+ real contest callsigns, Adjustable CW settings, Realistic signal effects

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MorseForge free?

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

### Is CW Runner QT free?

CW Runner QT costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MorseForge or CW Runner QT?

MorseForge and CW Runner QT are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do MorseForge or CW Runner QT have ads?

Neither MorseForge nor CW Runner QT shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MorseForge or CW Runner QT?

MorseForge ships an update every 3 days, and CW Runner QT every 3 days. Most recently, MorseForge was updated on October 9, 2026 and CW Runner QT on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*