Comparison

MTP Koch Trainer vs HAMmade CW

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” 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

HAMmade CW

Features
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Learning Morse code is not a game. It is a serious auditory skill. HAMmade CW is a strictly disciplined, professional-grade training platform designed for amateur radio operators. If you are looking for a casual game that teaches you the visual location of dots and dashes on a keyboard, this app is not for you. We focus on real-world conditions, building pure auditory reflexes and muscle memory to get you on the air with confidence. Whether you are a beginner learning your first letters or an experienced ham looking to increase your speed, HAMmade CW provides the ultimate training environment. KEY FEATURES: Live Audio Decoding & Real Hardware Practice Put your phone next to your transceiver or oscillator! While you practice with your actual, physical telegraph key, HAMmade CW listens to your sidetone via the microphone and decodes your transmission in real time. It is the perfect tool to analyze your timing, spacing, and accuracy under real-world conditions. Advanced QSO Simulator Don't just learn isolated letters - learn how to make real contacts. Our highly realistic QSO Simulator generates authentic on-air radio exchanges. Complete with standard formats, Q-codes, callsigns, and simulated real-world conditions, it thoroughly prepares you for the rhythm and flow of actual CW pileups. Precision On-Screen Keyer Don't have your hardware key with you? Practice sending anywhere using our ultra-responsive, highly sensitive on-screen Iambic paddle and straight key. Engineered for zero-latency feel, it accurately tracks your timing down to the millisecond, teaching you perfect rhythm. Strict, Proven Discipline No gimmicks, no falling blocks, no visual cheats. Using proven methods like Koch and Farnsworth, HAMmade CW forces your brain to recognize characters instantly by sound. Master CW the right way. Stop playing games and start making real contacts today with HAMmade CW.

Screenshots

MTP Koch Trainer4 screens
HAMmade CW4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MTP Koch Trainer at none against HAMmade CW's 1. MTP Koch Trainer also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. HAMmade CW sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MTP Koch Trainer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
MTP Koch Trainer versus HAMmade CW: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTP Koch TrainerHAMmade CW
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 โ€” better17.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size49 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOliver BrossOguz Agceli

In-app purchases

None

MTP Koch Trainer

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

HAMmade CW

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$4.99

Questions

Is MTP Koch Trainer free?
MTP Koch Trainer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is HAMmade CW free?
HAMmade CW is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MTP Koch Trainer or HAMmade CW have ads?
Neither MTP Koch Trainer nor HAMmade CW shows ads.

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