Comparison

MTP Koch Trainer vs Goose Morse

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

Head to head
About

MTP Koch Trainer

Features
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MTP Koch Trainer is a focused practice tool built around the Koch method, a proven way to learn Morse by starting at full character speed and adding one new character at a time. This app keeps sessions tight and goals clear so you can build recognition without getting overwhelmed. Choose a lesson, set your speeds, and start copying. Accuracy and timing are tracked so you know when a lesson is solid enough to advance. The pacing encourages short, repeatable sessions that fit into daily life and help you build confidence quickly. The experience is intentionally streamlined: fewer distractions, more focus. You listen, respond, and review results, then repeat with steady progress. That makes it suitable for new learners who want a simple path as well as experienced operators who want to rebuild speed with discipline. You can keep your practice consistent, compare your latest sessions to previous ones, and focus on clean copy rather than just raw speed. MTP Koch Trainer also works well as a warmup before operating or as a quick refresher after a break. Each lesson keeps the scope small, which makes it easier to spot patterns and avoid guessing. Over time, the method helps you recognize characters automatically, which is the goal for confident on-air copying. This micro-app is part of the Morse Trainer Pro ecosystem, providing a familiar look and feel while staying dedicated to one training mode.

About

Goose Morse

Learn Morse code by listening, not by counting dots and dashes. This app uses the efficient Koch method, starting at full speed and introducing new characters as you master them. It offers adjustable settings and visual aids for focused practice.

Highlights
  • Learn Morse code by ear
  • Koch method training
  • Adjustable speed and tone
  • Visual feedback effects
  • Farnsworth spacing
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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Learn Morse code by ear — not by counting dots and dashes. Goose Morse is a focused trainer for amateur radio operators, preppers, aviation buffs, and anyone who wants to actually hear Morse, not stare at it on paper. It is built around the Koch method: you start at full character speed with six free letters, then unlock new characters as your accuracy holds. WHY KOCH The Koch method is the most efficient way to learn Morse code. From day one you listen at real-world speed — no slow ramp-up, no mnemonics, no charts. New characters are added only when you can copy them confidently, which builds deep letter-by-sound recognition. WHAT YOU GET (FREE) • Lessons 1–5 of the Koch-method course (K, M, R, S, U, A) — train your ear from day one at full character speed • Group dictation practice with upfront playback and typed copy (additional content unlocks with GooseMorse Pro) • Lesson phase for the starter lessons — guided recognition, then mixed drill, free for lessons 1–5 • Farnsworth spacing — slower effective speed without losing real timing • 5 visual effects — pulse wave, waveform, constellation, decode ring, and flashing lamp • Adjustable tone (Hz), character speed, effective speed, group size, and volume • 3 keyboard layouts: alphabet, QWERTY, Koch order • Bilingual: English and Simplified Chinese • Dark and light themes GOOSEMORSE PRO (Subscription or one-time purchase required to access) GooseMorse Pro unlocks the remaining 20 Koch-method lessons (lessons 6–25), the Flip Challenge game, and Pro practice access — each of which requires a separate subscription or one-time lifetime purchase. The Pro content is not included in the free app download. More courses and practice content will be added in future updates. Choose a monthly or annual subscription, or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew through your App Store account and can be cancelled anytime. Restore Purchases brings Pro back on any device you own. See the in-app paywall for current prices and our Terms of Use (https://pages.goosemorse.com/terms-apple) and Privacy Policy (https://pages.goosemorse.com/privacy-apple) for full details. DESIGNED FOR FOCUSED PRACTICE The UI is built like an operator's bench: dark by default, no clutter, keys at 48×48 px or larger, instant green/red feedback. The screen stays awake during training so you can stay in the zone. PRIVACY No login, no account, no ads, no analytics

Screenshots

MTP Koch Trainer4 screens
Goose Morse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MTP Koch Trainer at none against Goose Morse's 3. Goose Morse's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Goose Morse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. MTP Koch Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MTP Koch Trainer ships an update every 6 weeks, Goose Morse weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
MTP Koch Trainer versus Goose Morse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTP Koch TrainerGoose Morse
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver Bross利剑 鲍

In-app purchases

None

MTP Koch Trainer

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Goose Morse

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro Membership$3.991 Month
  • Annual Pro Membership$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$99.99

Questions

Is MTP Koch Trainer free?
MTP Koch Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Goose Morse free?
Goose Morse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MTP Koch Trainer or Goose Morse have ads?
Neither MTP Koch Trainer nor Goose Morse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MTP Koch Trainer or Goose Morse?
MTP Koch Trainer ships an update every 6 weeks, and Goose Morse weekly. Most recently, MTP Koch Trainer was updated on October 31, 2026 and Goose Morse on October 31, 2026.

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